Behind the Burner

Zaharul Mia

Zaharul Mia

Zaharul Mia

Behind the Burner

Personal Information

Name: Zaharul Mia
Date of Birth: 21-11-1999
Marital Status: Unmarried
Nationality: Bangladeshi by Birth
Religion: Islam
Sex: Male
Blood group: B+
Height: 5ft 4²
Place of Birth : Netrokona, Bangladesh

Chef Zaharul Mia: Indian & Continental Culinary Specialist

Zaharul Mia is a highly skilled and academically driven culinary professional with extensive experience in the luxury hospitality sector. Currently serving as a Commis II at the Grand Sultan Tea Resort & Golf, Zaharul is a specialist in Indian Kitchen operations, known for his technical precision and mastery of multi-cuisine gastronomy.

With a background that includes service at The Palace Luxury Resort and Rose View Hotel, Chef Zaharul represents the elite tier of young culinary talent in Bangladesh. He holds a globally recognized Level-1 certification from City & Guilds (UK), which informs his rigorous approach to food preparation and kitchen management. Guests consistently appreciate his refined cooking skills, while his colleagues value him for his warm, collaborative leadership—fostering a “brotherhood” environment in high-pressure 5-star kitchens.

Core Expertise & Professional Strengths

  • Indian & Multi-Cuisine Mastery: Specialized in authentic Indian flavors and high-standard multi-cuisine production for luxury resort environments.
  • Global Standards & Training: Certified by STTC (City & Guilds UK), ensuring adherence to international benchmarks for food safety, preparation, and culinary technique.
  • Luxury Resort Specialist: Proven track record in the nation’s most exclusive 5-star standard properties, including Grand Sultan and The Palace.
  • Continental Proficiency: Strong foundational experience in Continental cookery, refined at the Rose View Hotel.
  • Management-Focused Approach: Currently pursuing a BBA in Management, bringing an analytical and administrative edge to kitchen operations and team coordination.

Professional Journey

RoleOrganizationLocationPeriod
Commis II (Indian Kitchen)Grand Sultan Tea Resort & GolfSreemangalMay 2025 – Present
Commis III (Multi-Cuisine)The Palace Luxury ResortHabigonjApr 2022 – Oct 2024
Commis III (Continental)Rose View HotelSylhetSept 2021 – Feb 2022

Academic & Professional Qualifications

Professional Culinary Training

  • Level-1: Food Preparation & CookingSTTC (City & Guilds UK) Management (Jan 2021 – Dec 2021)

Educational Background

  • BBA in Management (Current)Abu Abbas Degree College, Netrokona (3rd Year)
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) – Business StudiesBlue Bird School & College (2019)
  • Secondary School Certificate (SSC) – Business StudiesGobind Sree High School (2017)

Technical & Personal Skills

Leadership: Friendly, team-oriented approach with a focus on mentorship and efficiency.

Cuisine Focus: Authentic Indian, Continental, and International Multi-Cuisine.

Certifications: Globally accredited British culinary standards (City & Guilds).

Administrative Skills: Strong understanding of business management principles and kitchen logistics.