The Osprey proudly opened its doors in the heart of Baldwin Park in March of 2015 as the second unique concept of Good Salt Restaurant Group.
At The Osprey, indulge in Chef/Partner Michael Cooper’s extensive menu of oysters and decadent seafood towers, locally and sustainably sourced line caught fish, prime steaks grilled over Florida oak and handmade pastas. Get comfortable in the stylish dining room for a celebratory dinner or grab a seat at the stately central bar for a casual weekday happy hour.
Our Team
Michael Cooper
Chef Partner
Executive Chef Michael Cooper began his culinary journey at 14 years old, working for a small Jewish deli, and he has worked in restaurants since. Chef Cooper attended the University of Florida in Gainesville with a focus in applied mathematics, before re-committing to the culinary world and opening several neighborhood restaurants in Orlando. In 2012 he joined the Luma on Park team as Garde Manger and worked his way through the stations of the kitchen to Chef de Cuisine in 2016. His distinguished culinary style has had a memorable impact on the culinary growth of Orlando; Chef Cooper’s experience in Michelin-starred restaurants of New York, Chicago and Washington DC are evident in every dish he prepares. “I’m a firm believer in that simple, strong technique with clean flavors trumps fancy ingredients and preparation every time,” he says of his own culinary style. “I’ve always loved cooking and enjoy working with local farmers and fisherman to bring the highest quality ingredients to our guests.” Cooper joined The Osprey team in 2020 as Executive Chef and, in 2024, accepted the role of Chef/Partner.
Amber Marie
General Manager
Amber was born and raised in New Mexico, attending high school in Hatch Valley, Green Chile Capital of the World. She found her way to Winter Park in 2010 and started her industry journey in 2012. She worked with a variety of cuisines from Cajun, American, Japanese, Basque, and others before joining Chef Cooper in the management team at Luma on Park in 2017. She joined Good Salt in 2022 as the Assistant General Manager before taking on the role of General Manager in 2024. Amber comes from a large & close knit Mexican family, and as a parent of 7 kids, she can handle anything management throws at her. She loves working in Baldwin Park where her husband, Benjamin, was stationed for Naval Boot Camp. Living in Winter Park for most of her time, BP was a place where she would bring her boys when they were little to ride their bikes around the lake. You can still find her riding her bike around Coytown & Audubon Park with her daughter, or by herself, jammin' out and dancing along the ride. "I fell in love with Florida as a water girly, visiting all the springs and canoeing with the manatees & alligators, as often as possible. There is something very healing about the crystal clear water." She likes to spend her time with family and singing so much karaoke. If there is a problem in your life, come see her and karaoke the bad vibes away.
Rachel Besser
Assistant General Manager
Born in West Virginia to retired restaurateur parents, Rachel grew up in Central Florida and later found her calling in hospitality, following in their footsteps. She left home at 18 for San Francisco and made her way back to Orlando in 2012. She spent years working on Park Avenue, originally at Hamilton's Kitchen in The Alfond Inn where she began honing her experience in fine dining and wine. After leaving the hotel, she helped open numerous restaurants, everywhere from upscale vegan to live music and dining venues. During the pandemic, she considered leaving the hospitality industry behind, but when she saw the announcement for The Monroe, she immediately reached out and expressed interest in joining the opening team. Hired as the lead server, she quickly moved to Assistant General Manager, and eventually took the lead on their beverage program. In 2024, she was offered a position in management at The Osprey, and the rest is history. She loves Orlando and is passionate about the culinary and beverage scene, but if you ask her, no one does it better than Good Salt. In her personal life, Rachel loves to travel, write, and watch films. You'll probably find her lounging by the pool or at a coffee shop in the Milk District where she lives.