Behind the Burner

Tofayel Ahmad

Behind the Burner

Personal Information

Name : Tofayel Ahmad
Nationality : Bangladeshi (by birth)
Date of Birth: October 10,
Religion :Islam
Gender : Male
Language : Bengali (Native), English.
Home Town : Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Chef Tofayel Ahmad: Asian Cuisine Specialist & Modern Gastronomy Artist

Tofayel Ahmad is a highly skilled culinary professional with a distinguished career built within the most prestigious 5-star hotels and specialty Asian kitchens in Bangladesh. Currently serving as a Commis I at Sheraton Dhaka, Chef Tofayel is a master of Asian Kitchen operations, renowned for his technical precision and sophisticated modern-style food plating.

With a specialized background that spans the intricate craft of Dim Sum at Hongbao and the expansive Oriental flavors of Royal Tulip, Chef Tofayel brings a rare depth of expertise to the kitchen. His career is marked by high-level accolades, including official recognition for catering events for the Honorable Prime Minister. Beyond his culinary talent, he is celebrated for his “people-first” leadership, fostering a kitchen culture rooted in brotherhood and professional excellence.

Core Expertise & Leadership

Asian & Oriental Master: Specialized in the complex techniques of Asian gastronomy, with deep experience in Oriental and Dim Sum kitchen management.
Modern Plating Architect: Recognized for elevating traditional Asian flavors through contemporary, high-end visual presentations.
VVIP Event Catering: Trusted professional with a proven track record of delivering culinary excellence for high-profile national and international events.
5-Star Hospitality Veteran: Hones his craft within global standards at brands like Sheraton and Royal Tulip Sea Pearl.
Technical Versatility: Combines culinary artistry with a strong background in IT (Hardware & Networking), bringing a high level of technical organization to modern kitchen systems.

Professional Journey

Role	Organization	Location	Specialty
Commis I	Sheraton Dhaka	Banani, Dhaka	All-Day Dining (Asian Kitchen)
Commis II	Hongbao Restaurant	Dhaka, Bangladesh	Dim Sum Kitchen
Commis III	Royal Tulip Sea Pearl Resort	Cox’s Bazar	Oriental Kitchen

Certifications & Achievements

Chef Tofayel’s career is distinguished by formal recognition from both the hospitality industry and the national government:

Sheraton Achievement Certificate: Awarded for excellence in service (June 2022).
Prime Minister’s Event Appreciation: Official letter of appreciation for culinary service at a Prime Ministerial event (May 2017).
IMMSAREX Event Appreciation: Recognized for service at the International Multilateral Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (Nov 2017).
Professional Chef’s Internship: Certified in Catering and Professional Culinary Arts (May 2016).
Government Certification: BUREAU of Manpower Employment and Training (Mar 2016).