Andre Rush worked his way to the top and is now a chef at the White House. From master ice carver to pastry chef to chocolatier and everything in between, he does it all.

Over the course of many administrations, Rush worked as the executive chef for dinners, banquets, and many other gatherings for the first family and their guests.

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But Rush worked extremely hard to get there.

Rush is a combat veteran who served 23 years in the United States Army as a Master Sergeant. During his time in the Army, he had the opportunity to work for various leaders such as the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary of the Army, Chief of Staff, and Superintendents of the U.S. Military Academy.

He was also a member of the United States Culinary Arts Team where he competed and won 150 medals and trophies.

In addition to being a chef, Rush is also known for his advocacy for military service and suicide prevention.

Although Rush is no longer in the Army, he is still very much involved. He's an advocate for the United Service Organizations (USO), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and American Legion.

He also works with the President's Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition, where their mission is to lead the younger generation in living a healthy lifestyle.

Rush has had such an amazing career that he decided to write about it in his new memoir, "Call Me Chef, Damnit!"

Learn more about Rush on his website, and hear more of his inspiring story in the video below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjzHcUTJPG8