Sodexo Partners with White House Chef and Army Combat Trainer Andre Rush to Provide 27M Meals Annually to Servicewomen and Men Nationwide
July 08 2024 - 7:19AM
Business Wire
Sodexo, the nation’s largest federal foodservice contractor,
proudly announces the company’s partnership with Chef Andre Rush,
former White House chef for multiple administrations, bestselling
author, award-winning Olympic chef, and U.S. veteran among other
accolades. Through this partnership, Sodexo will benefit from Chef
Rush’s culinary expertise alongside his special interest in
supporting servicemen and women’s mental and physical well-being –
to innovate and elevate menus across Sodexo’s government
services.
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Sodexo Partners with White House Chef and
Army Combat Trainer Andre Rush to Provide 27M Meals Annually to
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“One of my primary goals – and something that’s been evident in
both my journey in the military and as a chef – is making a
meaningful impact,” said Chef Andre Rush. “Sodexo proudly serves
servicewomen and men across the U.S. as the largest federal
foodservice contractor. I’m thrilled to lend my expertise to
Sodexo, ultimately touching lives – and notably those serving our
country – from coast to coast.”
Touting significant military and culinary achievements –
including training over 10,000 troops in culinary arts and serving
as a combat trainer, qualifying over 1,000 service members and
civilians in hand-to-hand combat – Chef Rush is a devout advocate
for veterans’ well-being. This led to the launch of his nonprofit,
2222 Inc., in tandem with his various culinary ventures.
“It’s a privilege to partner with Chef Andre Rush, a truly
iconic chef blending culinary excellence with experience in
military service. Chef Rush's dedication extends beyond meeting
physical needs; he holds a profound passion for mental health and
well-being, which is especially crucial for those in service,” said
Brett Ladd, CEO, Government, Sodexo U.S. “The partnership between
Sodexo and Chef Rush exemplifies a shared goal of making a
meaningful impact.”
Sodexo serves 160 military and U.S. Federal Government locations
in 28 states. With a commitment to improving Quality of Life and
making a positive impact, Sodexo creates solutions for everything
from dining and nutrition to facilities management and
rehabilitative services for U.S. government and military
organizations.
About Sodexo North America
Sodexo North America is part of a global Fortune 500 company
with a presence in 45 countries. Sodexo specializes in sustainable
food service and valued experiences, in all 50 U.S. states, Canada,
Puerto Rico and Guam, at every moment in life: learn, work, heal
and play. Additionally, the company indirectly supports additional
jobs through its annual purchases of goods and services from small
to large businesses. Sodexo North America is committed to meeting
the challenges of everyday life with a dual goal: to improve the
quality of life of our employees and those we serve, and contribute
to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the
communities where we operate. Our purpose is to create a better
everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.
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