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Sarah Betcher

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Seasoned Territory Manager and Pastry Chef with a proven track record at US Foods, enhancing territory sales through strategic market penetration and exceptional customer relationship management. Mastered consultative selling and product knowledge, leading to significant account growth. Skilled in creating unique pastries, demonstrating adaptability and a passion for culinary excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Territory Manager

US Foods
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales in assigned territory.
  • Created presentations for potential customers highlighting products' features and benefits.
  • Monitored competitor activities in the region to ensure competitive advantage.
  • Maintained accurate records of all sales activities including orders placed, invoices issued, payments received.
  • Maintained direct personal contact with all assigned accounts and fostered relations with new ones.
  • Developed solid connections with customers to promote products.
  • Developed sales plans designed to achieve revenue targets and business objectives.
  • Conducted cold calls to offer services to potential customers.
  • Coordinated with logistics to ensure timely delivery of products to clients.
  • Increased territory sales by implementing strategic market penetration techniques.

Pastry Chef

Zoe's Steak & Seafood
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Developed unique recipes for pastries and desserts, using seasonal ingredients.
  • Monitored food quality and safety standards in the kitchen.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to junior bakery staff members.

Pastry Chef

Delta Marriott/The Tin Cup
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2020 - 03.2021

Pastry Chef

The Cavalier Hotel
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2019 - 01.2020

Pastry Chef/Owner

Sarah's Kitchen
Mons, Belgium & Ramstein, Germany
12.2012 - 12.2018
  • Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
  • Ordered necessary supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels of baking ingredients.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.

Culinary & Pastry Apprentice

The WIlliamsburg Inn
Williamsburg, Virginia
06.2008 - 11.2012

ACF Accredited Apprenticeship Program

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary & Pastry Arts

J. Sarge Reynolds
Richmond
08-2011

Skills

  • Sales presentation
  • Account penetration
  • Account growth
  • Lead prospecting
  • Extensive personal network
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Product Knowledge
  • Rapport and relationship building
  • Consultative and relationship selling
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Territory Manager

US Foods
08.2024 - Current

Pastry Chef

Zoe's Steak & Seafood
03.2021 - 08.2023

Pastry Chef

Delta Marriott/The Tin Cup
01.2020 - 03.2021

Pastry Chef

The Cavalier Hotel
01.2019 - 01.2020

Pastry Chef/Owner

Sarah's Kitchen
12.2012 - 12.2018

Culinary & Pastry Apprentice

The WIlliamsburg Inn
06.2008 - 11.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary & Pastry Arts

J. Sarge Reynolds
Sarah Betcher