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Chef Yousuf Khan Babu: Multi-Cuisine Specialist & Culinary Leader
Yousuf Khan Babu is a highly accomplished culinary professional with over a decade of experience in the luxury hospitality and restaurant sectors of Bangladesh. Currently leading the Thai and Chinese sections at Mohor Ana Buffet Lounge, Chef Babu is a “career-growth specialist” who began his journey as a kitchen steward and ascended to the rank of Sous Chef through discipline and technical mastery.
Recognized for his exceptional skills in Thai, Chinese, and Continental cookery, Chef Babu is celebrated by guests for his consistent flavor profiles and by his peers for his collaborative spirit. He is known as a mentor in the kitchen, fostering a “brotherhood” environment that prioritizes efficiency, friendship, and professional growth.
Core Expertise & Professional Strengths
- Pan-Asian Mastery: Highly specialized in Thai and Chinese gastronomy, focusing on authentic flavor balance and high-volume buffet management.
- Continental Cuisine Proficiency: Skilled in European and Continental cooking techniques, refined during his tenure at Hotel Sweet Dream and Ajwah Ltd.
- Operational Leadership: Proven track record as a Sous Chef, managing kitchen brigades, inventory, and menu execution across multiple districts, including Dhaka and Sylhet.
- Full-Spectrum Experience: Possesses a 360-degree understanding of kitchen operations, having worked every role from Steward and Commis to Section Head.
- Business-Minded Management: Leverages a background in Business Studies to optimize kitchen food costing and administrative efficiency.
Professional Journey
| Role | Organization | Location | Period |
| Head of Thai & Chinese | Mohor Ana Buffet Lounge | East Rampura, Dhaka | Feb 2025 – Present |
| Sous Chef | Hotel Sweet Dream | Banani, Dhaka | Apr 2023 – Feb 2025 |
| Sous Chef | Ajwah Ltd. | Uttara, Dhaka | Apr 2022 – Mar 2023 |
| Sous Chef | Chillout Rooftop Restaurant | Hobiganj, Sylhet | Feb 2020 – Dec 2021 |
| Chef De Partie (CDP) | Yellows Kitchen | Mirpur, Dhaka | Feb 2018 – Dec 2019 |
| Chef De Partie (CDP) | White House Restaurant | Narayanganj | Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 |
| Commis I | Four Season Restaurant | Satmasjid Road, Dhaka | Mar 2015 – Dec 2016 |
| Commis II & III | Rainbow Chinese Restaurant | Chowhatta, Sylhet | Jan 2013 – Dec 2014 |
| Kitchen Steward | E.F.E.S Restaurant | Gulshan-1, Dhaka | Jan 2012 – Dec 2012 |
Academic Background
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) – Business StudiesJonail Degree College, Rajshahi Board (2017)
- Secondary School Certificate (SSC) – Business StudiesJonail M.L. High School, Rajshahi Board (2015)
Technical & Leadership Skills
Operational Excellence: Expert in maintaining hygiene standards and consistency in fast-paced buffet and rooftop dining environments.
Cuisine Specialization: Authentic Thai, Traditional Chinese, and Modern Continental.
Management: Kitchen Section Leadership, Menu Engineering, and Staff Mentorship.
