The Ritz-Carlton Maldives appoints Glen Cooper as Executive Chef

18 July, 2022

One of the most luxurious stays near Male The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islandshas announced that Chef Glen Cooper has been appointed the Executive Chef for the luxury resort.

Chef Cooper joins the Ladies and Gentlemen of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands with over 18 years of culinary experience at luxury hotels across the globe.

Originally from New Zealand, Chef Cooper has a background working at hotels in Russia, Bhutan, Singapore, and the Maldives. In the Maldives, Chef Cooper worked as an Executive Chef for JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, Constance Halaveil Maldives, and Kurumba Maldives. Chef Cooper will be returning to the Maldives after working as the Executive Chef at The Westin Singapore since 2019.

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands offers 7 unique restaurants and bars for guests to experience. Each dining venue explores the global flavours of the world while adding a Maldivian flair. Chef Cooper and his team look forward to guiding guests on a culinary journey of bespoke experiences, flavours, and sustainable ingredients.

About resort: Set within an integrated Fari Isalnds development, the Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Island takes center stage. Each of the 100 villas boast floor-to-ceiling glass walls for truly indoor-outdoor living. The hotel puts a tropical spin on the typical Ritz-Carlton glamour, with beachfront and overwater villas, private infinity pools, and personal butler service. In addition to the luxurious guest accommodations, the resort also offers seven restaurants and bars showcasing international cuisine, an overwater spa offering treatments to boost mind, body and soul, and a kids club with daily fun activities, as well as access to the Fari Marina with luxury shopping, dining and entertainment.