Janet Fleming
Opunake,TKI
Summary
Born in Waitara, from 2 years of age I have lived in South Taranaki, and since 1988 have farmed on the Watino Road in Pihama on a property purchased by my late husband (dec.2022) and myself. Together we farmed and certified the land organic in 2004, purchasing additional land on Omuturangi Road in 2006 that we also converted to organic dairy farming. Our family of six adult children range in age from 28 to 38, all knowing how to milk cows but are not currently doing so, based in Scotland, Australia and across New Zealand.
Working with Venture Taranaki since 2023 to trial crops as part of their Branching Out diversification project fits well with our family farm succession plan, and has also created interest and additional motivation amongst farm staff members.
I have worked off-farm in various roles since my youngest child started secondary school, supporting our business and adding a positive impact to my mental health and well-being.
My community involvement has centred around family and business interests, including school boards, farming groups and sport and community committees.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
The Unbaked Bakery
03.2024 - Current
- Supporting and very proud to assist my daughter in her hospitality business.
- Demonstrate strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to design new menu items, driving customer interest and repeat business.
Community Connector
Sport Taranaki
11.2012 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with local organizations to develop new programs addressing community needs.
- Strengthened relationships between community members and schools by facilitating open dialogues, workshops, and forums.
- Increased awareness of available funding by creating and distributing informative materials.
- Conducted outreach efforts targeting underrepresented or marginalized populations, ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for all community members.
- Lead for Tu Manawa funding in South & Central Taranaki
- Ensured compliance with funding requirements by maintaining accurate records of project outcomes, expenditures, and participant demographics.
- Assisted in the development of grant proposals or other funding applications to secure additional resources for community programs and initiatives.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing and promoting local events and initiatives.
- Developed long-lasting partnerships with local leaders, management team and peers with active engagement, exemplary communication and consistent issue resolution.
- Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
- Facilitated community outreach to increase participation and physical activity for all ages and abilities
Education
Agribusiness Managemement - Business Planning And Financial Management
Wintec
Hamilton, NZ12-2016
Skills
- Multitasking and organisation
- Community engagement
- Event planning
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Self motivation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Languages
Maori
Limited Working
Timeline
Cook
The Unbaked Bakery
03.2024 - Current
Community Connector
Sport Taranaki
11.2012 - 03.2024
Agribusiness Managemement - Business Planning And Financial Management
Wintec
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