Behind the Burner

Ronjit Boiragi

Ronjit Boiragi

Ronjit Boiragi

Behind the Burner

Personal Information

Name :Ronjit Boiragi
Nationality : Bangladeshi (by birth)
Date of Birth : 22 May, 1983
Religion : Hindu
Gender : Male
Marital Status : Married
Blood Group : O+
Language : Bengali (Native), English. Hindi

Chef Ronjit Boiragi: A Pioneer of Korean & Japanese Gastronomy

Ronjit Boiragi is a premier culinary professional and one of the foremost experts in Korean and Japanese cuisines in Bangladesh. With a distinguished career spanning over 19 years, Chef Ronjit has been at the forefront of the East Asian culinary movement in Dhaka, specializing in the precision of Teppanyaki and the authentic complexities of Korean gastronomy.

A native of Barisal, Chef Ronjit moved to Dhaka at age 21, launching his career at the legendary New Arirang House. His journey has since taken him through the most prestigious kitchens in the country, including a high-impact tenure at Sheraton Dhaka and leading the culinary vision at Dae Jang Geum. Currently serving as Chef de Partie at Fortis Downtown Resort, he continues to captivate guests with his technical mastery, dramatic Teppanyaki performance, and a lifelong commitment to authentic Asian flavors.

Core Expertise & Technical Mastery

  • Teppanyaki Specialist: Highly skilled in the “art of the iron griddle,” combining high-speed culinary precision with engaging guest interaction.
  • Korean Cuisine Authority: One of the few chefs in Bangladesh with nearly two decades of experience in authentic Korean fermentation, BBQ, and traditional stew techniques.
  • Japanese Fine Dining: Expert in sushi, sashimi, and modern Japanese hot kitchen operations, refined at the Sheraton Dhaka.
  • Culinary Leadership: Proven track record as a “Main Chef,” responsible for menu development, authentic ingredient sourcing, and training high-performance kitchen teams.

Professional Journey

RoleOrganizationLocationPeriod
Chef de Partie (Teppanyaki)Fortis Downtown ResortBadda, DhakaAug 2023 – Present
Demi Chef de Partie (Japanese)Sheraton DhakaBanani, DhakaJan 2022 – July 2023
Main Chef (Japanese)Shokudo 101Banani, DhakaJan 2018 – Dec 2021
Main Chef (Korean)Dae Jang GeumGulshan-2, DhakaMay 2014 – Dec 2017
Assistant CookSura Korean RestaurantGulshan-2, DhakaJan 2010 – Dec 2013
Assistant CookNew Arirang House Ltd.Gulshan-2, DhakaJan 2005 – Dec 2009

Academic Background

Secondary School Certificate (SSC)Khulna Board (Class of 2001)