Matthew Septien
Merced
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator at Matt's Smokin BBQ
Self
Merced
02.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations and staff scheduling for efficient business flow.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring product availability and quality control.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers to secure favorable terms and reliable delivery.
- Implemented financial tracking systems to monitor expenses and revenues effectively.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and company policies.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and basic repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. Cook all the food daily.
Owner/Operator at Matt's fence repair and painting
Self
Merced, Ca
01.2019 - Current
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Merced Junior College
Merced 02.2025 - 12.2025
Skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Employee training
- Marketing
- Small business operations
- Service quality assurance
Certification
Learn2Serve food protection manager certification. Issued on 12/10/2024. County health permit issued on 1/10/25
Timeline
Associate of Science - Nursing
Merced Junior College
02.2025 - 12.2025
Owner/Operator at Matt's Smokin BBQ
Self
02.2024 - Current
Owner/Operator at Matt's fence repair and painting
Self
01.2019 - Current