Behind the Burner

MD. JAKIR HOSSAIN

Jakir Hossain

MD. JAKIR HOSSAIN

Behind the Burner

Personal Information

Name: Md Jakir Hossain
Father: Abdul Aziz Hawlader
Mother: Anuara Begum
Date of Birth: 10th May 1978
Nationality: Bangladeshi
Religion: Islam
Sex: Male
Marital Status: Married

Permanent Address :
Holding# 32,House# 245, Village: West Modhukhali, Tegadia-8650, Kolapara, Potuakhali, Bangladesh

I have enhanced the profile for Md Jakir Hossain, focusing on his remarkable 22-year career and his rare international experience in South Korea. This version emphasizes his dual capability as a culinary artist and a high-volume operations manager.


Chef Md Jakir Hossain: A Global Master of Pan-Asian & Multi-Cuisine Arts

Md Jakir Hossain is a veteran culinary leader with over 22 years of extensive experience across the international hospitality landscape. A specialist in Bangla, Indian, Chinese, Thai, and Korean cuisines, Chef Jakir is recognized for his ability to blend authentic regional flavors with high-efficiency kitchen management.

His career is distinguished by a four-year tenure as an Executive Chef in Seoul, South Korea, giving him a unique, firsthand mastery of East Asian culinary standards. Whether managing elite fine-dining establishments in Dhaka or overseeing high-volume services of up to 100 tables, Chef Jakir is known for his calm leadership and “people-first” approach. In the kitchen, he is celebrated not only as a top-tier executive but as a mentor and leader who inspires his staff to reach their full potential.

Core Expertise & Leadership

  • Global Pan-Asian Specialist: Deep expertise in Korean, Thai, and Chinese gastronomy, refined through years of international and local practice.
  • High-Volume Operations: Expert at managing large-scale dining services and maintaining 5-star quality across high-density seating.
  • International Pedigree: Rare experience as an Executive Chef in Seoul, South Korea, bringing authentic global techniques to the Bangladeshi market.
  • Kitchen Mentorship: A respected leader known for motivating diverse kitchen brigades and fostering a collaborative, “friend-and-leader” culture.

Professional Journey

RoleOrganizationLocationPeriod
Senior Executive ProductionChows RestaurantBanani, DhakaDec 2023 – Present
Executive ChefAylanto RestaurantGulshan, DhakaFeb 2022 – Nov 2023
Executive ChefZouk RestaurantChittagongSept 2020 – Jan 2022
Executive ChefCHOWS Chinese RestaurantBanani, DhakaMar 2015 – Aug 2020
Sr. Chef de Partie (Pan-Asian)Watercress RestaurantTejgaon, DhakaMay 2013 – Feb 2015
Executive ChefRoyal Cuisine RestaurantUttara, DhakaJan 2012 – Apr 2013
Executive ChefForeign RestaurantSeoul, South KoreaJan 2008 – Dec 2011
Executive ChefFuwang Bowling ClubGulshan, DhakaMar 2006 – Dec 2007
Senior Sous ChefVoot RestaurantDhanmondi, DhakaJan 2003 – Feb 2006
Assistant ChefChillis Thai & ChineseDhanmondi, DhakaJan 1997 – Dec 2002

Academic Background

Purbo Modhukhali High SchoolPatuakhali, Bangladesh