Devin Walline has been appointed as Executive Chef at Hotel Drover, Autograph Collection

A Southern man through and through, Executive Chef Devin Walline, brings years of experience to the Fort Worth stunner, having held key leadership roles for several renowned players in the luxury dining sphere. His journey began as an executive sous chef at Lasco Enterprises where he sharpened his knife in elevated comfort food with a fine dining twist. He later held multi-faceted positions at The 404 Kitchen in Nashville, Tenn. before transitioning to executive chef at Slatewood Club. During his nearly four-year tenure at the renowned operations group, QED Hospitality, he rose through the ranks and reigned as the executive sous chef where he oversaw food and beverage operations in boutique hotels throughout the state. Most recently, Chef Walline served as executive chef for The Harpeth Hotel, a Curio Collection by Hilton in Franklin, Tenn. prior to heading south to Fort Worth, Texas. In his new role, he will oversee all culinary operations for Hotel Drover, located in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards, including the resort's on-site restaurant, 97 West Kitchen & Bar, The Lobby Bar, The Backyard at Hotel Drover, The Courtyard at 97 West, as well as special events and meetings throughout the historic district.