The Brend Collection has announced the appointment of Callum O’Doherty and Tom Ridler as new head chefs across its Devon and Cornwall hotels.
O’Doherty has taken charge of the kitchen at the Royal Duchy Hotel in Falmouth, while Ridler will lead at the Royal and Fortescue Hotel and its bistro, 62 The Bank, in Barnstaple.
Born in the West Country, O’Doherty has worked internationally before returning to Cornwall. He will oversee the Duchy’s two-AA Rosette restaurant, which specialises in locally sourced seafood and seasonal dishes.
Meanwhile, Ridler began his career as a Brend apprentice before working in Michelin-starred restaurants in France. He returns to Barnstaple to run the Royal and Fortescue’s dining operations and 62 The Bank which holds one AA Rosette.
The appointments come as part of the Brend Collection’s ongoing investment in its culinary team, including training through the Brend Academy.
