Matthew Cantrell
Austin,TX
Summary
A seasoned Managing Partner at Storytellers Brewery and Meet House, I drove revenue growth and strategic planning, enhancing operational efficiency and product quality. My leadership fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, significantly boosting productivity. Skilled in fermentation management and fostering business partnerships, I excel in turning challenges into opportunities for growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Partner
Storytellers Brewery and Meet House
04.2017 - 02.2025
- Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements that increased brewery and taproom productivity by 25%.
- Mentored taproom staff, resulting in a more cohesive team and increased overall performance.
- Spearheaded successful customer engagements resulting in repeat business and positive referrals from satisfied customers.
- Oversaw financial management of the brewery, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
- Led recruitment efforts to attract top talent, contributing to a highly skilled taproom team capable of meeting customer demands effectively.
- Established clear communication channels within the brewery, fostering collaboration among team members towards shared goals.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members to ensure alignment with company goals and foster professional development.
- Managed brewery scheduling, taproom and customer service.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff development through quarterly training programs and workshops.
- Audited taproom to guarantee cost-effectiveness of brewery.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures, elevating product standards and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading by example and encouraging team innovation, which increased productivity and employee satisfaction.
- Introduced comprehensive training program for staff, boosting skill levels and fostering knowledgeable and efficient brewery team.
- Spearheaded strategic partnerships with outside accounts to expand market reach, significantly enhancing company's visibility and growth.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
Lead Shift Brewer
Austin Beerworks
12.2015 - 08.2016
- Maintained accurate records of brewing activities, enabling data-driven decision making for process improvements.
- Collaborated with team members for smooth operations, resulting in reduced downtime and improved workflow.
- Worked closely with quality control teams for ensuring consistency across multiple batches of brews produced.
- Contributed to a 35% increase in production efficiency by optimizing equipment setup and maintenance procedures.
- Troubleshot issues within brewing equipment promptly to minimize downtime while maintaining high-quality outputs.
- Enhanced product quality with rigorous testing and adherence to strict cleanliness standards.
- Improved brewing processes by consistently monitoring and adjusting fermentation parameters.
- Participated in industry events and conferences, staying informed on emerging trends and technologies in brewing techniques.
- Developed innovative recipes, leading to the introduction of new, successful beer varieties.
- Assigned daily work tasks and set weekly schedules for a team of five shift brewers.
Shift Brewer
El Segundo Brewing Company
06.2010 - 12.2015
- Maintained accurate records of brewing activities, enabling data-driven decision making for process improvements.
- Collaborated with team members for smooth operations, resulting in reduced downtime and improved workflow.
- Contributed to a 25% increase in production efficiency by optimizing equipment setup and maintenance procedures.
- Enhanced product quality with rigorous testing and adherence to strict cleanliness standards.
- Troubleshot issues within brewing equipment promptly to minimize downtime while maintaining high-quality outputs.
- Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Improved brewing processes by consistently monitoring and adjusting fermentation parameters.
- Checked specific gravity and pH of batches.
- Provided exceptional customer service during brewery tours, generating positive feedback from visitors.
- Read temperature, flow, and other meters and documented information.
- Washed production lines and storage containers to maintain clean and efficient work areas.
- Participated in industry events and conferences, staying informed on emerging trends and technologies in brewing techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Fuller Theological Seminary
Pasadena, CA05.2008
Master of Arts - Theology
Fuller Theological Seminary
Pasadena, CA05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.1998
Skills
- Revenue growth
- Strategic planning
- Brewing techniques
- Operations management
- Financial administration
- Fermentation management
- Sensory analysis
- Equipment maintenance
- Yeast handling
- Production scheduling
- Recipe development
- Business partnership development
Timeline
Managing Partner
Storytellers Brewery and Meet House
04.2017 - 02.2025
Lead Shift Brewer
Austin Beerworks
12.2015 - 08.2016
Shift Brewer
El Segundo Brewing Company
06.2010 - 12.2015
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Fuller Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Theology
Fuller Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Kentucky
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