Carlos Enciso
New York
Summary
Focused and hardworking culinary professional, with a passion for fast-paced kitchen environments. Versatile in various cooking styles and food preparation techniques, with extensive experience in both leadership and team roles. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my skills in a dynamic culinary team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Grill Cook/Expo
Rodger’s Brothers
Cullowhee
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Served as the main nightly grill cook in charge of preparing and cooking main entrees.
- Led expo and plated entrees, appetizers, and desserts for customer orders.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness by cleaning fryers and grills daily.
- Assisted with overall food prep, maintaining quality and consistency.
- Took on responsibilities as the regular kitchen closer, overseeing kitchen closing procedures.
Grill Cook/Line Lead
Omalleys Pub and Grill
Sylva
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Led the kitchen line during busy nights, especially when food specials were on the menu.
- Operated the grill, ensuring the preparation of high-quality main entrees.
- Managed protein, vegetable, and soup preparation, optimizing workflow.
- Responsible for closing down the kitchen, ensuring all food and safety protocols were followed.
- Helped close the front of house during peak evening shifts, contributing to smooth service operations.
- Assisted in receiving and putting away weekly truck deliveries.
- Managed bi-weekly liquor orders, ensuring proper stock for bar service.
Server/Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher
El Parral Mexican Restaurant
Reidsville
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Opened the restaurant and completed morning side work, ensuring readiness for service.
- Managed protein and vegetable food prep to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Prepared fresh tortilla chips daily to meet customer demand.
- Plated food and worked as expo to maintain presentation standards.
- Served food and drinks to tables, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Maintained stocked hot wells and ensured food items were replaced as needed.
- Took charge of keeping the kitchen stocked with dishes and kitchen tools.
- Responsible for closing down kitchen operations and ensuring cleanliness at the end of the night.
Education
Acting BFA - Theatre
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC05-2024
Skills
- Intermediate Knife Skills
- Multitasking in high-pressure environments
- Highly Organized
- Time Management & Efficiency
- Adaptability to changing environments
- 50 lbs carrying capacity
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
- Food Safety & Sanitation Certified
Timeline
Lead Grill Cook/Expo
Rodger’s Brothers
10.2024 - 07.2025
Grill Cook/Line Lead
Omalleys Pub and Grill
03.2021 - 08.2024
Server/Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher
El Parral Mexican Restaurant
08.2014 - 08.2018
Acting BFA - Theatre
Western Carolina University
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