Behind the Burner

Chandan Rozario (Cezar)

Behind the Burner

Personal Information

Name : Chandan Rozario (Cezar)
Date of birth : 19 May, 1986.
Nationality : Bangladeshi
Sex : Male
Marital status : Married
Religion : Christian
Language : English, Bengali, Malay and Arab
Address: Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Chandan Rozario (Cezar) | Executive Sous Chef & Culinary Mentor

Chandan Rozario, affectionately known as Cezar, is a distinguished Professional Chef with vast international experience in the culinary arts. His career spans several continents, with a rich portfolio of work in Malaysia, Abu Dhabi, the Seychelles, and Bangladesh.

Chef Chandan is not only celebrated for his exceptional technical skills and multi-cuisine expertise but also for his commitment to the culinary community. He is a passionate mentor who takes pride in supporting young chefs, acting as a teacher and guide for newcomers and junior staff. His dedication to quality and leadership consistently earns him high appreciation from both guests and peers.

👨‍🍳 Work Experience

Executive Sous Chef | ZEN Restaurant (Dhanmondi, Dhaka) April 2025 – Present
Executive Chef | Waterpolo (Bashundhara, Dhaka) Nov 2024 – April 2025
Executive Sous Chef | Ratnodweep Resort (Pabna, Bangladesh) Oct 2022 – Nov 2024
Executive Chef | Grand Palace Hotel & Resorts (Rangpur, Bangladesh) Sept 2021 – Sept 2022
Executive Sous Chef | O’ Play (Gulshan-1, Dhaka) Feb 2019 – Aug 2021
Head Chef | Golden Plate (Beau Vallon, Seychelles) July 2018 – Jan 2019
Continental Cook | Abu Dhabi National Hotel / ADNOC Group (Zirku Island, UAE) Feb 2009 – May 2018
Chef de Partie | Raffinato Ristorante Italiano (Gulshan-2, Dhaka)
Commis II | OBS Restaurant Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia)
Cook Helper | APFBM (Dhaka, Bangladesh)

🎓 Academic Information

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) | 2003 Dhaka College, Dhaka Board
Secondary School Certificate (SSC) | 2001 Bakshanagar High School, Dhaka Board