MD ZAHURUL ISLAM
NONDOLALPUR, SHAHJADPUR, NANDOLALPUR-6770, SIRAJGANJ, BANGLADESH.
johurulislam2000@ gmail.com
Experienced and dedicated Chef with over 14 years of culinary expertise working at Turkish Palace Restaurant in Sultanate of Oman. Proven ability to prepare high-quality dishes, manage kitchen operations, maintain food safety standards, and lead kitchen staff efficiently. Specializes in Turkish, Arabic, and continental cuisine with a passion for flavor, presentation, and consistency.
TURKISH PALACE RESTAURANT
Professional Chef
Prepare a wide range of Turkish, Arabic, and continental dishes with authenticity and consistency. April 20, 2010 - 2025(Running)
Supervise and train kitchen staff, ensuring proper food preparation techniques and maintaining high hygiene standards. Design daily and seasonal menus, introducing new dishes based on customer feedback and culinary trends. Monitor food inventory and coordinate orders with suppliers to ensure ingredient availability and reduce waste. Maintain a clean, organized kitchen, following all safety protocols and Sultanate of Oman health regulations. Manage the cooking line during busy hours, ensuring timely delivery of dishes with excellent presentation. Shahjadpur Pilot High School
Secondary School Certificate
GPA 1.75 in the scale of 5.00.
2005
Expert in Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine
Food safety and hygiene knowledge
Leadership and team management
Menu planning and food presentation
Time management and multitasking
Inventory control and kitchen budgeting
Customer-focused culinary service
Work Permit and Residency in Sultanate of Oman
Holds a valid Iqama and work permit, allowing legal and long-term employment in Sultanate of Oman with full compliance to local labor laws.
Multilingual Communication Skills:
Fluent in Bengali, conversational in Arabic, and functional in English, allowing clear communication with diverse customers and kitchen staff.
Culinary Training and Self-Development:
Attended in-house culinary workshops and consistently upgraded skills by learning from senior chefs, attending food expos, and watching professional cooking tutorials.
Developing New Recipes:
Skills
Passionate about creating and testing unique dishes that blend traditional Turkish cuisine with international flavors to surprise and delight guests.
Training Junior Staff:
Enjoys mentoring junior chefs and kitchen helpers, teaching cooking techniques, food safety practices, and kitchen discipline for a smooth operation.
Food Presentation and Plating:
Focused on modern plating techniques and garnishing styles to enhance the visual appeal of every dish served. Culinary Competitions and Challenges:
Takes part in internal and local cooking competitions to challenge creativity and gain recognition for culinary skills. Ingredient Sourcing and Quality Control:
Deep interest in sourcing the freshest ingredients and evaluating product quality to ensure the highest food standards. Customer Feedback and Improvement:
Actively listens to customer reviews and uses them as motivation to adjust recipes, improve service, and boost guest satisfaction. Bangla (By Birth)
English ( Average ) in Listening, Writing, Reading and Speaking Male
Married
Bangladeshi
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