Ted Howell Bayes

An innovative and hard-working Product & Furniture Design Student (2nd year, Kingston University) with a blend of technical design skills, practical on-site experience, and strong customer-facing skills. Proven capability working alongside architects at a top design studio, and also two years experience of fast-paced hospitality working in a popular country gastro pub. Highly adaptable, reliable, hard working and seeking a part-time summer role, hopefully to continue beyond summer in retail or hospitality.

Design & Office Assistant - Sparc Studio - Richmond

(2025-12 - 2026-04)

Gained valuable industry exposure at a high-end architectural interior design studio.

• Worked directly on-site alongside architects and contractors to oversee and finalise high-fidelity building works.
• Managed general office administration, coordinated documentation, and supported the studio team during peak project deadlines.

Front of House & Kitchen Assistant - The Ram Inn - Firle, Sussex

(2024-05)

• Provide efficient, friendly service on the busy front bar, managing cash and card transactions in a high-pressure environment.
• Maintain flexibility by cross-covering kitchen porter (KP) shifts, housekeeping and dishwasher ensuring strict hygiene standards and supporting the kitchen line during peak service.
• Built strong communication skills and a reputation for reliability over a two-year casual tenure.

Community Builder & Caretaker - Barnes Community Centre

(2025-03 - 2025-03)

• Applied hands-on construction and woodworking skills to build accessible community sensory gardens specifically designed for disabled children.
• Participated in local conservation efforts, including the structural and environmental maintenance of Barnes Pond.

BA (Hons) - Product & Furniture Design - Kingston University (2024-09)

A-Levels - Design Technology, Biology, Chemistry - Latymer Upper School (2022-09 - 2024-06)

GCSEs - Mathematics, English, Triple Science - St James Boys School (2020-09 - 2022-06)