Byron Walker
Visual Artist
Las Vegas, NV *****
***.******@*****.***
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Line/Prep Cook
Famous Dave's BBQ - Las Vegas, NV
January 2023 to January 2024
Show culinary passion by crafting various menu items while following set recipes and standards. Consistently maintain proper stocking, cleanliness and sanitation of back-of-house areas. Ensure guest safety by following proper food handling procedures. Visual Artist
Fli Designs - Owner - Las Vegas, NV
July 2009 to December 2023
Responsibilities
Produce, upload and promote art for online sales.
Accomplishments
I inspire others to have a love for art and as a result, connect with art collectors internationally. Skills Used
Sketching, Illustrating and Painting
fli.pixels.com
Dishwasher/Food Prep
Cheddars - Flowood, MS
December 2013 to January 2014
Responsibilities
Maintains clean, sanitary stock of dishes and utensils. Loads soiled dishes into dish rack and prepares dish machine for set cycle. Loads appropriate soap levels and time cycle.
Runs dishes through cycle.
Unloads and stacks dishes and glassware in appropriate storage area. Sorts silverware and utensils and places them safely in proper storage area. Distributes clean dishes and utensils to proper areas as needed throughout the shift. Operates dish washing equipment in a safe manner.
Maintains a clean, sanitary work area and ensures safe storage of dish carts and related supplies. Removes garbage from area at end of shift.
Line Worker
Detroit Panel Systems - Erb Lumber - Detroit, MI
July 2000 to June 2001
Responsibilities
Responsible for the production of wall units for various construction companies. Accomplishments
Met daily and weekly deadlines through efficient and accurate production. Skills Used
Blue Print Reading
Carpentry
Maintenance/Shipping Clerk
United Technologies Automotive/Lear Corporation (Kelly Services) - Dearborn, MI October 1998 to August 1999
Responsibilities
Assisted the Maintenance Department in completing detailed, organized moves of employees between 2 buildings which at times required installing/dismantling partition walls. Also assisted the Shipping/ Receiving Dock with incoming and outgoing packages and cargo. Accomplishments
As a temp I was able to assist in the renovation and transition of the company. Skills Used
Logistics
Construction
Sorter/Picker
UPS - Detroit, MI
July 1994 to October 1998
Responsibilities
Responsible for directing regular and next-day packages to proper designated delivery transfer areas for efficient timely delivery, while managing to keep up with daily deadlines and keeping complete accuracy and output.
Accomplishments
Managed to meet daily deadlines with complete accuracy and output. Skills Used
Logistics
Delivery Receipts Clerk
UPS - Livonia, MI
March 1994 to July 1994
Responsibilities
Responsible for pulling UPS delivery receipts for Customer Service Representatives in the offices. Also responsible for copying, faxing copies and refiling documents while keeping batches in order. Also answered phone calls that came through the warehouse. Accomplishments
While this was a temp position through Kelly services I aided in fulfilling UPS clerical needs for better customer service.
Skills Used
Organization
Clerical
Communication
Education
Certification in Information Technology
Focus:HOPE ITC - Detroit, MI
2002 to 2002
Certification in AutoCAD
Dearborn Adult Education - Dearborn, MI
1994 to 1995
GED in General Studies
MacKenzie - Detroit, MI
1990 to 1992
Skills
• Drafting, Graphics Design, Carpentry, Commercial Painting, Mail Clerk, Data Entry, Inventory Management
• Time management
• Food safety
• Customer service
• Cooking
• Culinary Experience
• FIFO
• Knife skills
• Kitchen experience
• Food handling
• Restaurant experience
• Communication skills
• Cleaning
• Meal preparation
• Catering
• Leadership
• Organizational skills
• Serving
• Pastry experience
• Baking
• Food service
• AutoCAD
Languages
• English - Fluent
Links
http://byron-walker.artistwebsites.com
http://fli.artistwebsites.com
http://fli.pixels.com
https://youtu.be/qwi47JGlY8w
Awards
Outstanding Artist Award from Redd Apple Gallery
August 2004
Certifications and Licenses
AutoCAD 1-2
February 1993 to Present
Vocational
Food Handler Certification
ServSafe
Additional Information
Also have experience in Utility/Dishwasher/Prep Cook, Server, Package Sorting/Scanning, Landscaping