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Resume:
Aaron Hakeem
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in various fields
including management, military service, catering, real estate, entrepreneurship and film production seeking to leverage diverse skills and expertise in a challenging role.
6061 Oxford Place
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
EXPERIENCE
Spill The Beans Snacks, LLC, Petaluma, CA — Sole
Proprietor/Owner
Feb. 2024 - PRESENT
Successfully launched and managed a snack company specializing in roasting garbanzos, pintos, and kidney beans, applying artisanal seasoning blends. Developed and refined product recipes, including ranch and barbecue flavors, to cater to diverse preferences. Facilitated all aspects of business operations, from product development and sourcing to marketing and customer service.
Sol Food Restaurant, Petaluma, CA — Expeditor/Facilitator Feb. 2022 - PRESENT
Efficiently manage the front of the kitchen, coordinating four workstations to ensure timely and accurate food delivery. Coordinate orders and manage workflow for seamless restaurant operations. Maestretti Catering, Various in Wine Country — Winery Catering Chef
2008 - 2022
Collaborated with clients to create customized menus for events, managing logistics, staffing and coordination. Demonstrated culinary expertise and creativity in delivering high-quality catering services. Metropolis Motion Pictures, California — Partner
2005 - 2015
Led a film financing company, soliciting scripts and packaging productions for financing. Negotiated deals with investors and distribution partners, including foreign sales.
Pinnacle Law Group and Ad Valorem Solutions, California — Commercial Real Estate Paralegal & Consultant
2000-2004
Managed commercial lease negotiations, drafting agreements and liaising with property managers. Conducted market research and analysis for property tax valuation appeals, resulting in refunds for SKILLS
- Strong leadership and
management skills
- Confident, capable and
enthusiastic negotiator.
Proficient in negotiating and
contract drafting.
- Excellent communication
and interpersonal skills
- Extensive experience in
catering and culinary arts
- Knowledgeable in real
estate and property tax
valuation
- Military experience in
navigation and surface
warfare operations
- Entrepreneurial mindset
with experience in business
ownership and management
- Entrepreneurship; product
development, marketing and
branding
- Customer service, sales
and distribution
- Financial management
- Creativity and innovation
.
clients.
Maestretti Catering, Various in Wine Country, CA — Winery Catering Chef
1995-2000
Collaborated with clients to create customized menus for events, managing logistics, staffing and coordination. Demonstrated culinary expertise and creativity in delivering high-quality catering services. United States Navy, Various — Petty Officer Second Class, Surface Warfare Navigator
1991-1995
Served as Surface Warfare Navigator on USS Wadsworth FFG-9, overseeing navigation operations and training. Conducted anti-submarine and surface warfare operations, receiving awards for exemplary service. Completed specialized training in narcotics interdiction operations, navigation, meteorology and celestial navigation.
Shamrock Group, Pacific Heights, San Francisco, CA — Assistant Manager
1989-1991
Managed emergency repairs, key management and housekeeping for a high-end residential building.
EDUCATION
University of Phoenix, Remote — B.A. - Communications May 1996 - 1998
Foothill High School, Pleasanton, CA — Diploma
Class of 1988
Casa Grande High School, Petaluma, CA
1984-1987
Awards & Certifications
ServSafe Food Handler Certification
Accredited by the American National Standards Institute - Conference for Food Protection — Tested and recertified every three years United States Navy
Boot Camp - May through July 1991 - Orlando, FL
Quartermaster A School - Aug. through Nov. 1991 - Orlando, FL Advanced navigation school, meteorology school, celestial navigation Navy Achievement Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Expert Marksman Ribbon
Battle “E” Efficiency Ribbon
Good Conduct Ribbon
Naval Reserve Sea Service Ribbon
US Navy Shellback
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