Sarah Lucía Tafur
Sales Manager
Miami,FL
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sales Manager
Rader Foods
Miami Gardens, Florida
05.2024 - Current
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
Pastry Chef/Small Business Owner
Sarahlu Confections
Miami Shores, Florida
02.2018 - 08.2023
- Developed branding strategy
- Oversaw project development for bakery buildout
- Pulled and maintain city permits up to date
- Created and executed seasonal retail collections including assorted cakes and confections
- Prepared exclusive custom cakes and desserts for off site events
- Managed and trained staff of 5 employees
- Created and implemented kitchen procedures following HACCP standards
- Managed labor, food cost and inventory
- Taught private classes and demonstrations for both professionals and baking enthusiasts
- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff
- Created and developed marketing strategies to drive sales
- Managed and maintained online store
- Managed and created content for social media platforms
- Styled and produced photoshoots for seasonal catalogs
- Fulfilled and shipped orders nationwide
- Purchased and received ingredients and materials
- Managed all accounting and payroll
- Coordinated and supervised equipment and grease trap maintenance with various vendors
- Developed and oversaw a wholesale program for restaurants and hotels
- Created and maintained close business relationships with food industry professionals such as managers, business owners, chefs, and operating directors at various food service venues
- Created and managed logistics for pastries and cakes wholesale distribution, and retail deliveries
Cake Decorator
Fontainebleau Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
- Collaborated with the baking team to ensure seamless production of cakes, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Precisely arranged display cases throughout workday to highlight finished products.
- Achieved high levels of precision while working with delicate materials such as sugar flowers or edible images.
Baker/Pastry Cook
W South Beach
Miami Beach, Florida
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Contributed to team success by training new employees on baking techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
Pastry Consultant
Naiyara Restaurant
Miami , Florida
03.2016 - 04.2016
- Assisted in the development of dessert menu
- Trained staff on the production of desserts, daily service and food safety.
- Assisted in the production of all elements on the dessert menu, and also on the service shift
Pastry Consultant
Bazi Restaurant
Miami Beach, Florida
09.2015 - 11.2015
- Assisted in the development of dessert menu
- Trained staff on the production of desserts, daily service and food safety.
- Assisted in the production of all elements on the dessert menu, and also on the service shift
Baking and Pastry Stagiaire
W South Beach
Miami Beach, Florida
06.2014 - 07.2014
- Assisted in the production of desserts, pastries and ice cream.
- Assisted in the daily service for the restaurant, in room dining, living room, and pool.
Pastry Chef – Owner
Sarahlú RD
02.2011 - 05.2014
- Developed dessert menus for each customer, managing the cost of production and satisfying their special requests and preferences
- Produced and delivered desserts for special occasions such as weddings, birthday parties, corporative events, etc.
- Managed company's social media
Dessert Provider
Flor de Sal, Gourmet Catering
02.2011 - 05.2014
- Catered desserts and set up dessert stations for all kinds of events
Dessert Provider
Passiflora Events
02.2011 - 05.2014
- Catered desserts and set up dessert stations for all kinds of events
Pastry Chef Advisor/Consultant
Peperoni Marina
03.2014 - 04.2014
- Designed menu and recipes of 6 different plated desserts and 4 types of bread
- Trained staff of 2 line pastry cooks and 2 bakers on the production of desserts and bread, daily service and food safety
Pastry Cook
La Cassina Restaurant
11.2012 - 02.2013
- Assisted the executive chef with the design of the dessert menu, production and daily service of it
Baking and Pastry Stagiaire
Gotham Bar and Grill
10.2011 - 11.2011
- Assisted in the production of desserts, pastries, ice cream and bread as well as the daily service of the restaurant
Education
Associate Degree - Baking and Pastry Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Miami, FL05.2016
Servsafe - Servsafe
Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute
Miami, FL10.2014
Course -
Escuela De Pastelería Y Panadería De Santo Domingo
Sto. Dgo., Dominican Republic 05.2001 -
Course -
Ron Ben Israel
New York, NY 05.2001 -
Course -
Madison Lee Cakes
New York 05.2001 -
Skills
Proficiency in both Microsoft office and Macintosh
Client relationship management
Market research
Strategic planning
Territory sales management
Menu development
Food cost analysis
Sugar artistry
Fondant handling
Chocolate work
Baking expertise
Catering expertise
Food safety
Customer service
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Food Network's The Big Bake: Holiday. December 2022
- Food Network's Holiday Baking Championship Season 5's finalist. December 2018
- Participated in the Gran Concurso Culinario Latinoamericano Azteca, representing the Dominican Team on Aug. 2013.
Timeline
Sales Manager
Rader Foods
05.2024 - Current
Pastry Chef/Small Business Owner
Sarahlu Confections
02.2018 - 08.2023
Cake Decorator
Fontainebleau Hotel
03.2017 - 03.2018
Baker/Pastry Cook
W South Beach
05.2016 - 04.2017
Pastry Consultant
Naiyara Restaurant
03.2016 - 04.2016
Pastry Consultant
Bazi Restaurant
09.2015 - 11.2015
Baking and Pastry Stagiaire
W South Beach
06.2014 - 07.2014
Pastry Chef Advisor/Consultant
Peperoni Marina
03.2014 - 04.2014
Pastry Cook
La Cassina Restaurant
11.2012 - 02.2013
Baking and Pastry Stagiaire
Gotham Bar and Grill
10.2011 - 11.2011
Pastry Chef – Owner
Sarahlú RD
02.2011 - 05.2014
Dessert Provider
Flor de Sal, Gourmet Catering
02.2011 - 05.2014
Dessert Provider
Passiflora Events
02.2011 - 05.2014
Course -
Escuela De Pastelería Y Panadería De Santo Domingo
05.2001 -
Course -
Ron Ben Israel
05.2001 -
Course -
Madison Lee Cakes
05.2001 -
Associate Degree - Baking and Pastry Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Servsafe - Servsafe
Mariano Moreno Culinary Institute