Mitchell Husbands

Chef Mitchell Husbands, an accomplished Barbados national, has numerous accolades, including Barbados' Chef of the Year (2007), ACF Americas Chef Competition winner (2008), and Caribbean Chef of the Year (2011). Most recently, he spent eight years as Executive Chef at Nonsuch Bay Resort in Antigua, where he showcased modern cuisine with fresh local ingredients. He's also led several kitchens from notable restaurants including those at St. Peters Bay Luxury Residences, Port Ferdinand Marina, The Sea Shed Restaurant, and Marriott's Turtle Beach Resort, part of the Elegant Hotels Group.

As the new Executive Chef at O2 Beach Club & Spa, Chef Husbands plans to foster a strong, family-like team and elevate O2 as top spot in the Caribbean, with ORO becoming the best restaurant in Barbados. Chef Husbands will be a strong asset as O2 Beach Club & Spa continues to introduce new culinary experiences.