Brian "Coop" Cooper

Executive Chef of Atlantic City

Chef Brian “Coop” Cooper brings more than 30 years of culinary experience to his role as Executive Chef at The Palm Atlantic City, where he has led the kitchen since 2022. Beginning his career in Miami, Chef Coop developed his skills at acclaimed restaurants including The Chart House, Prezzo, and Norman’s, before helping launch notable dining destinations and collaborating with celebrity chef Todd English in Boston.

For the past 18 years, Chef Coop has been a key figure in the Atlantic City dining scene, leading high-volume kitchens at renowned restaurants including Cuba Libre, Wolfgang Puck’s, and P.F. Chang’s. At The Palm, he is dedicated to delivering exceptional steakhouse cuisine and warm hospitality, ensuring every guest enjoys the quality and service that define the brand.