- Identify, pursue, and close new B2B accounts across restaurants, hotels, property groups, and commercial kitchens.
- Build long-term relationships with owners, executives, and key decision-makers.
- Conduct on-site assessments and recommend appropriate fire and life safety solutions.
- Develop and deliver clear proposals tailored to operational needs and code requirements.
- Manage a full sales pipeline and track progress through the company’s CRM platform.
About
Proven problem-solver with ten years of experience in high-pressure environments. Skilled in troubleshooting hardware and software issues, managing tickets, and delivering clear, empathetic support. Adept at following procedures, documenting solutions, and maintaining systems.
My Skills
React
JavaScript
Python
PostgreSQL
Compression
WordPress
HTML5
Portfolio
AnvilRMS
Enterprise-grade Back-of-House integration suite, custom-tailored to centralize, organize, and distribute your internal assets without ever compromising on user experience or operational quality.
The Roll Up
A comprehensive web platform tailor-made for food truck startups.
Pannogrammer v1
A prototype react application of my prep line organization tool with a couple command-line scripts that makes it easily portable and simple to integrate with WordPress.
Beaver Templates
Beaver Templates is your one-stop-shop for building beautiful WordPress websites with pure Beaver Builder! I was contracted as the web developer to work on their template repository.
Flossforge
A commissioned cross-stitch pattern designer written in React. Requested features included variable symbol assignment, DMC color palette to HEX for visualization and pattern generation, palette generation and saving, and more.
Recent Experience
Jul 2025 - Present
Fire & Life Safety Consultant
Kitchen Guard of Greenville | Greeville, SC
Jun 2025 - Present
Web Application Developer
Some Web Studio | Greenville, SC
- Build and maintain full-featured React applications for client and internal projects.
- Develop custom WordPress plugins and integrations to extend site functionality beyond standard themes and tools.
- Create standalone JavaScript applications using vanilla JS, focusing on clear structure and reliable functionality.
- Work with designers and project leads to turn requirements and mockups into production-ready features.
- Manage and improve database structures for new and existing projects, including schema planning and admin workflows.
- Handle ongoing updates, fixes, and optimizations across a wide range of client sites in active production.
- Support long-term clients by maintaining stable, well-documented code and implementing requested enhancements.
Mar 2022 - Jul 2025
Executive Chef
Iron Hill Brewery | Greenville, SC
- Ran daily kitchen operations with a focus on consistent systems and clear workflows.
- Built practical tools in Python, Excel, and simple web apps to automate ordering, scheduling checks, and inventory tracking.
- Maintained recipe and cost data to keep production accurate and controllable.
- Managed a 21-person team, handling training, communication, and shift structure.
- Reduced labor costs by 12 percent while supporting weekly sales between 80k and 100k.
- Set up reliable cleaning and safety routines that matched current food safety rules.
- Worked closely with managers and vendors to keep equipment, supply ordering, and data reporting running smoothly.
| Sous Chef | Nov 2022 – May 2023 |
| BOH Key | Jun 2022 – Nov 2022 |
| Line Cook | Mar 2022 – Jun 2022 |
Testimonial
Working with Matthew was an incredible experience. He played a key role in helping me build a comprehensive WordPress template library, bringing both technical expertise and creative insight to the project. On top of that, he helped prototype a complex React app that served as a successful proof of concept, something I couldn't have done without his skill and problem-solving mindset. His attention to detail and reliability makes him an asset to any team.
Joshua Long
Founder, Some Web Studio
