Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Other experience and voluntary roles
Timeline
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Tara Plummer

London

Summary

Creative and adaptable culinary professional with a keen eye for detail. Demonstrated ability to maintain precision and efficiency while adhering to complex instructions. Experienced in hands-on roles requiring meticulous care and skill in manual processes. Proven track record of delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Product & Spatial Designer

Completedworks
2022.02 - 2026.07
  • Fabrication & Material Mastery: Prototype and fabricate high-end jewellery, homeware and visual merchandising props using lost wax casting, ceramics, glass, metals, and soft goods (leather/textiles).
  • Large-Scale Installation: Designed and physically installed retail displays for global sites (Dover Street Market, Harrods, ). Managed the full workflow from initial sketching and 1:1 scale sampling to final structural onsite assembly.
  • Executed immersive environments for London Fashion Week in collaboration with the Artistic Director, managing prop sourcing, set styling, and spatial logistics to create engaging experiences.
  • Collaborated on design projects with ASICS, John Lewis, and Sessions Arts Club, contributing to innovative solutions that aligned with each brand's vision.
  • Technical Specification: Developed detailed production drawings and CAD files for external fabricators; managed QC for complex multi-material assemblies under tight fashion-week deadlines.
  • Researched and integrated sustainable materials and novel finishing techniques to enhance durability and visual impact while adhering to budget constraints.

Volunteer Cookery Class Assistant

Migrateful
London, London
2026.02 - Current
  • Prepared and organised equipment for lessons, enabling smooth and effective teaching sessions.
  • Supported chefs by sourcing quality ingredients, preparing meals accurately, and organising kitchen space for efficient workflow.

Food preperation and catering assistant

Mike & Ollie
London, London
2021.01 - 2022.06
  • Coordinated food preparation for high-capacity events within strict schedules to ensure timely service
  • Maintained organised and clean kitchen stations and equipment to uphold hygiene standards and efficiency
  • Created high-quality dishes with local and seasonal ingredients to enhance flavour and freshness

Graphic Design & Fabrication Assistant

Lauren Baker Art
London
2021.03 - 2021.04
  • Executed artwork fabrications to create visually impactful designs.
  • Developed bid documents and technical layouts for large-scale art commissions, ensuring design feasibility and optimised production processes.

Exhibition Design Intern

National Railway Museum
2019.08
  • Object Handling & Logistics: Assisted senior conservators with the logistics and manual handling of large-scale historical artifacts during exhibition installs.
  • Archive & Visual Research: Conducted deep-dive archival research to inform the historical accuracy of exhibition props and scenic elements.

Degree Show Organising Lead

Goldsmiths University
2020.11 - 2020.12
  • Production Management: Managed the physical build and curation of the London exhibition space, navigating strict COVID-19 logistical constraints and rapid turnaround times.

Front of House & Prep Assistant

Morito
London, London
2021.01 - 2022.06

Provided high level of customer service in fast paced environment as well as supporting the kitchen with prep tasks including fruit,vegetables and garnishes.

Cooking Volunteer

Leighton Linslade Homeless Service
Leighton Buzzard, Kent
2012.01 - 2017.01

Prepare and cooking hot meals for groups of 20+ on a weekly schedule.

Education

Master of Arts - Design - Expanded Practice

Goldsmiths, University of London
London
/2019 - /2020

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Accesssory Design

Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham
/2016 - /2019

Skills

-Instruction adherence for complex processes

  • Precision in weighing, measuring, and timing

- Attention to detail and efficiency

  • Task repetition with high accuracy

Other experience and voluntary roles

  • NHS Covid Test Centre, Assistant, 2021-01, 2021-03
  • Printworks London, Bar Staff, 2019, 2020
  • Marks & Spencer, Seasonal Store Assistant Christmas, 2020
  • Volunteer Invigilator, UK Young Artists, Nottingham, UK, 2019
  • Academic Course Representative, Nottingham Trent University, 2016, 2019
  • Student Mentor, Nottingham Trent University, 2017, 2019
  • Fullers Pubs, Waitress and Bar Staff, 2017, 2019
  • Woburn Sculpture Gallery, Bar Staff and Waitress, 2015, 2016

Timeline

Volunteer Cookery Class Assistant

Migrateful
2026.02 - Current

Product & Spatial Designer

Completedworks
2022.02 - 2026.07

Graphic Design & Fabrication Assistant

Lauren Baker Art
2021.03 - 2021.04

Food preperation and catering assistant

Mike & Ollie
2021.01 - 2022.06

Front of House & Prep Assistant

Morito
2021.01 - 2022.06

Degree Show Organising Lead

Goldsmiths University
2020.11 - 2020.12

Exhibition Design Intern

National Railway Museum
2019.08

Cooking Volunteer

Leighton Linslade Homeless Service
2012.01 - 2017.01

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Accesssory Design

Nottingham Trent University
/2016 - /2019

Master of Arts - Design - Expanded Practice

Goldsmiths, University of London
/2019 - /2020
Tara Plummer