Alex Eaton

Background

A Salisbury Academy student from sixth through eighth grade, Alex Eaton attended Salisbury Academy from 1996 to 2000. She progressed onto North Mecklenburg High School and then studied hospitality and tourism management at Appalachian State University. After completing an additional degree from the Culinary Arts School in Charlotte, Eaton became an executive chef at age 24. She moved to Charleston, SC at age 27 and currently serves as sous chef at The Ordinary. In her free time, Eaton enjoys painting, kayaking, and swinging in her hammock at the beach.

Biggest Takeaways from SA

“My biggest takeaway was how important it is to have time for individualized education. Students (and adults) have different strengths and gifts, and it’s important to nourish those strengths and interests that are unique to each person. This absolutely impacts my management style in my career. No two minds are alike, and I try to relate to each employee in a way that works for them. Playing to the individual’s mind helps to build relationships, bring out the best in them, and it keeps morale high.”

Favorite SA Memories

“My favorite memories of my time at SA are going to Space Camp and participating in the Christmas play! I also loved that the language programs put me in more advanced levels when I went back into the public school system. It helped me get more AP credit!”