Joel Brister
Orlando,FL
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director of Operations
Rivera Restaurant Group, Inc. Dba Chick-fil-A Nona
09.2016 - Current
- Collected and interpreted key metrics to determine which programs met desired outcomes or required further streamlining for success, i.e. Cash flow, ordering, inventory.
- Minimized expenses by setting budget expectations and accountability
- Surpassed annual revenue targets by over $2 Million in first year in new location through effective oversight of daily operations and strategic initiative implementation.
Director
Chick-fil-A
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Established departmental performance goals and provided feedback for underperforming areas.
Executive Pastor
Indian Springs Baptist Church
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling of an acquired sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
- Increased attendance by 10% each year for first 3 years, by reorganizing Bible Study and Worship hours.
Education
Ed.D - Adult Education And Instructional Design
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Wake Forest, NCMaster of Arts - Christian Education And Administration
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, LA05.2008
Bachelor of General Studies - Pastoral Studies
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, LA05.1994
Skills
- Reporting Tools
- Supplier Evaluation
- Operational Leadership
- Corporate Compliance
- Staff Development
- Customer Service Standards
- P&L Responsibility
Certification
ServSafe Certified
Timeline
Executive Director of Operations
Rivera Restaurant Group, Inc. Dba Chick-fil-A Nona
09.2016 - Current
Director
Chick-fil-A
03.2014 - 08.2016
Executive Pastor
Indian Springs Baptist Church
08.2008 - 05.2013
Ed.D - Adult Education And Instructional Design
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Christian Education And Administration
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of General Studies - Pastoral Studies
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
ServSafe Certified
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