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sterling walker

@sterlingwalker

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I lead complex operations, risk, compliance, and cross-functional projects across global organizations.

Croatia

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead complex operations and cross-functional projects where I can strengthen processes, manage risk and compliance, develop teams, and deliver consistent execution in fast-paced, high-accountability environments.

I've led complex operations, food-safety, compliance, and process-standardization initiatives across Apple locations, including Caffè Macs at Apple Park. I coordinate projects from planning through execution, align teams and resources, assess risks, and build SOPs and training systems that improve consistency.

My work also includes customer delivery operations at Tesla and large-scale culinary and event operations for Wolfgang Puck Events, including the Oscars Governor's Ball. I bring 20+ years of experience managing teams, logistics, quality standards, stakeholder communication, and high-pressure execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Operations & Project Management

Apple Inc.

Jan 2013 - Jan 2025 (12 years)

Led complex operational initiatives across multiple Apple locations, coordinating people, processes, resources, and timelines. Developed standardized safety, compliance, and operational processes, and conducted risk assessments to improve consistency and performance.

Project Management Operations Management Risk Assessment SOP Development Cross Functional Collaboration Stakeholder Communication Training Quality and Compliance Agile Smartsheet Microsoft Office Google Workspace

Tesla Advisor

Tesla

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Supported customer and operational activities within Tesla's factory and delivery environment, coordinating with multiple teams to resolve high-priority issues and maintain an efficient customer delivery experience.

Customer Relationship Management Issue Resolution Cross Functional Collaboration Logistics Scheduling Communication Skills

Operations & Marketing Intern

Hollywood Hippy

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Supported development of operational and strategic plans for a digital media and culture platform, coordinating weekly team meetings, project priorities, and content-production activities.

Operations Marketing Project Coordination Risk Analysis Communication Skills

Corporate Chef / Estate Event Chef

Wolfgang Puck Events

Jan 2011 - Jan 2013 (2 years)

Managed large-scale culinary operations, staffing, logistics, menu planning, and budgeting for high-profile events, including the Oscars Governor's Ball.

Culinary Operations Staff Management Logistics Menu Planning Budgeting Event Management

Chef / Kitchen Leadership Positions

High-End Restaurants & Hospitality

Jan 2004 - Jan 2013 (9 years)

Progressively held leadership positions in high-end restaurants, hotels, catering, and private-event operations, managing teams, training, inventory, and quality standards.

Team Leadership Training Inventory Management Quality Standards Operational Procedures problem resolution