Dhan Bahadur
Dhan Bahadur 
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 Professionally known as Dhan Raja — Pan Asian Chef, Sous Chef & Restaurant Director | |
| Born | 26 October 1999 |
| Residence | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Professional Name | Dhan Raja |
| Occupation | Pan Asian Chef, Sous Chef, Restaurant Director, Entrepreneur |
| Company | Dim Sum Point (Director) |
| Restaurant Address | Sir Tayvarekere, Narayanappa Garden, 1st Stage, BTM Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560029 |
| Experience | ~10 years in Hospitality & Culinary Industry |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Nepali, Kumaoni, Kannada, Bengali |
| Business Contact | +91 6361682956 / +91 8237042034 |
| Business Email | dimsumpointbtm034@gmail.com |
Dhan Bahadur, professionally known as Dhan Raja, is a Pan Asian culinary professional, experienced chef, and restaurant entrepreneur based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. With around a decade of experience in the hospitality and food industry, he has developed his expertise through hands-on experience across different kitchen roles and restaurant environments.
His professional journey reflects continuous growth — from starting as a Commi-III in 2015 and progressing through Commi-II, Commi-I, Chef de Partie, Senior Chef de Partie, and Sous Chef positions, to taking an entrepreneurial step as the Director of Dim Sum Point.
His areas of professional expertise include Pan Asian cuisine, Burmese cuisine, À La Carte preparation, recipe development, food quality, taste and presentation, kitchen hygiene, inventory management, procurement, team coordination, and guest satisfaction. Today, through Dim Sum Point, he combines his culinary experience with restaurant management and entrepreneurship.
Culinary Expertise
Core Area of Expertise
- Pan Asian Cuisine
- Burmese Cuisine
- Asian Food Preparation
- Dim Sum & Specialty Asian Food
- À La Carte Operations
- Fine-Dining Kitchen Operations
- Recipe Development
- Food Presentation
- Food Quality & Taste
- Kitchen Hygiene
- Inventory Management
- Daily Procurement
- Team Coordination
- Kitchen Operations
- Guest Satisfaction
Professional Strengths
- Strong hands-on culinary experience
- Knowledge of Pan Asian cooking
- Experience in Burmese cuisine
- Kitchen discipline and systematic working
- Team coordination
- Food quality management
- Recipe development
- Inventory and procurement management
- Focus on presentation and taste
- Ability to work in fast-paced restaurant environments
- Willingness to learn and adopt new methodologies
- Positive and dedicated approach toward work
Professional Journey
Dhan Bahadur began his professional culinary journey in 2015 as a Commi-III at Tim Tai, working in a Pan Asian kitchen.
Career Progression
- Tim Tai — Commi-III (14 February 2015 – 12 January 2016)
- 21 Gun Salute — Commi-II (2 February 2016 – 20 November 2017)
- Gilly's Resto Bar Bengaluru — Commi-I (2 December 2017 – 12 February 2019)
- Kubo Restaurant — Chef de Partie (Pan Asian) (17 February 2021 – 10 September 2023)
- Society Rangoon — Senior Chef de Partie (Burmese Kitchen) (10 July 2023 – 20 January 2024)
- Sozo Skyline Bengaluru — Sous Chef (Pan Asian) (19 June 2023 – 4 February 2024)
Note: Some employment dates in the source CV overlap; the exact chronology may benefit from confirmation before final publication.
Professional Achievements
- Built approximately 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry
- Progressed from Commi-III to Sous Chef through continuous professional development
- Developed specialization in Pan Asian cuisine
- Gained experience in Burmese cuisine
- Worked in fine-dining and restaurant environments
- Handled kitchen operations and À La Carte preparation
- Took responsibility for food quality, taste, and presentation
- Worked on recipe development
- Managed hygiene and inventory-related responsibilities
- Handled daily ordering and procurement
- Developed experience in team coordination and kitchen operations
- Took an entrepreneurial step by becoming Director of Dim Sum Point
Dim Sum Point
Dim Sum Point is a restaurant business located in BTM Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka, where Dhan Raja serves as Director.
- Address: Sir Tayvarekere, Narayanappa Garden, 1st Stage, BTM Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560029
- Contact: +91 6361682956 / +91 8237042034
- Email: dimsumpointbtm034@gmail.com
- Instagram: @dimsumpointbtm34
- Facebook: @dimsumpointbtm
Dim Sum Point represents Dhan Raja's move from professional culinary service into restaurant entrepreneurship, allowing him to bring his experience in Asian cuisine, food preparation, quality, and presentation into his own restaurant venture.
His transition from working in professional kitchens to taking a leadership role in his own restaurant reflects a broader journey of skill development, professional growth, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Professional Values
Work Philosophy
Dhan Raja's professional approach is centered around quality, consistency, discipline, taste, presentation, and customer satisfaction. His experience across different kitchen positions has helped him understand both the technical and operational sides of the culinary industry.
Key Values
- Quality
- Discipline
- Creativity
- Consistency
- Teamwork
- Customer Satisfaction
- Continuous Learning
- Professionalism
- Cleanliness & Hygiene
- Attention to Detail
Vision and Future Goals
Professional Vision: To continue developing as a culinary professional and restaurant entrepreneur while creating quality Asian food experiences for customers.
Business Vision: To grow Dim Sum Point as a recognizable food and restaurant brand and establish a reputation for quality Asian cuisine, good taste, presentation, and hospitality.
Long-Term Goal: To expand his contribution to the culinary industry through innovation, restaurant entrepreneurship, culinary expertise, and professional leadership.
Online Presence
- Personal Instagram – chef_dhanraja_88
- Personal YouTube – @chefdhanrajvlog8882
- Personal Facebook – Dhan Raja
- Restaurant Instagram – @dimsumpointbtm34
- Restaurant Facebook – @dimsumpointbtm