Robert Alston

• Provided exceptional customer service to guests in a fast paced, upscale Italian restaurant environment.
• Orchestrated and managed service for private events containing parties of up to 60 patrons.
• Cultivated extensive knowledge of menu and wine list in order to effectively recommend items and answer any guest questions.
• Prepared specialized drinks including signature cocktails and wines.
• Maintained a calm, friendly demeanor in order to quickly resolve any guest concerns and create lifelong regulars.

• Toured weekly to communities across the Southeastern U.S. as an actor, director, educator, and coordinator.

• Managed relationships with community volunteers, faculty, and parents.

• Managed unique logistics, travel, and production needs with a touring partner across 10 diverse locations.

• Cast, taught, and directed up to 50 local children (ages 5–18) in a fully staged musical production each week.

• Performed in leading roles and facilitated theatre education in diverse community settings

• Assisted with marketing efforts and community outreach.

• Provided technical support for the Gould theater staff.

• Supported rehearsal and performance processes as an assistant to stage management and the creative team.

• Prepared rehearsal spaces and materials before and after the actors arrived.

• Served as run crew for all performances in an outdoor theatre setting.

• Responsible for daily stage and set setup and teardown.