Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Walker Hightower

Smithville,TX

Summary


Professional food service worker with experience in delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring smooth operational flow. Strong ability to communicate effectively with team members and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in taking orders, handling transactions, and maintaining clean and organized work environment. Reliable, results-driven, and committed to providing positive dining experience for all customers.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Carhop Server

Sonic
08.2023 - Current
  • Maintained a positive attitude even during high-stress periods, contributing to an uplifting work environment for both colleagues and guests.
  • Upheld stringent food safety standards by following proper sanitation procedures during all aspects of food handling and preparation.
  • Adhered strictly to uniform guidelines, presenting a polished appearance that reflected well on the organization as a whole.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, providing correct change and processing credit card payments securely.

Lawn Care Business Owner

Walkers Lawn and Garden Service
01.2014 - 08.2025
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality lawn care services and addressing client concerns promptly.
  • Provided diverse services including home furniture relocation and complete home moving
  • execution of small and large-scale constructions on properties
  • Established a strong reputation within the community for exceptional lawn care services, leading to increased brand recognition and trust.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Trained new team members in proper lawn maintenance techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Expanded clientele by effectively marketing the business through various channels such as social media, local advertising, and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Streamlined business operations for improved efficiency, implementing effective scheduling and task management systems.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including invoicing, budgeting, and expense tracking to ensure profitability.
  • Provided excellent customer support by addressing inquiries promptly via email or phone calls from current clients or potential prospects interested in services offered by the company.
  • Developed customized lawn care plans tailored to each client''s specific needs and preferences.
  • Collaborated with clients on design ideas for landscaping projects that enhance curb appeal of their properties.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.

Ranch Manager

Crying Women Ranch
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
  • Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
  • Executed large-scale construction project.

Technician's Assistant

Stephenville Heat and Air
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • prepare and gather equipment for future projects while keeping precise documentation
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.

Technician's Assistant

Smithville Heat and Air
05.2018 - 07.2022
  • Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • worked also may 2023 through august 2023

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business

Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX
05-2026

Skills

  • Excellent customer service
  • Strong work ethic
  • Energy and enthusiasm
  • Flexibility
  • Efficient delivery
  • Food safety awareness
  • Handling complaints
  • Memory retention
  • Order accuracy
  • Salesmanship
  • Promoting specials
  • Maintaining appearance
  • Friendly attitude
  • Fast and efficient
  • Good communication
  • Willing to learn
  • Car-side service
  • Promptness and punctuality

Accomplishments

I completed my eagle scout project it was a huge honor in my life and has helped me become goal oriented in life. my project was a historical mural in down town smithville that was in ruin we cleaned and then restored the mural to its former glory as best we could keeping with the historical society strict guide lines for it.

Timeline

Ranch Manager - Crying Women Ranch
05.2024 - 08.2024
Carhop Server - Sonic
08.2023 - Current
Technician's Assistant - Stephenville Heat and Air
08.2022 - 06.2023
Technician's Assistant - Smithville Heat and Air
05.2018 - 07.2022
Lawn Care Business Owner - Walkers Lawn and Garden Service
01.2014 - 08.2025
Tarleton State University - Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business
Walker Hightower