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About the Chef

The Vision Behind the Flavor

Chef D’Andre McCarter is the heart behind The Gym Rat Group a culinary expert with over 30 years of experience and a personal story that inspires. After losing nearly 200 pounds through clean eating and discipline, Chef D’Andre made it his mission to prove that healthy food doesn’t have to be boring.

From preparing luxury ingredients like caviar to fueling elite athletes like U.S. Men’s National Team player Tanner Tessmann, his meals are a fusion of gourmet technique and real nutritional value. Today, he brings that same passion to every kitchen, helping people eat better, feel stronger, and live fuller one high-protein meal at a time.

  • Group Classes: $50/person (min. 6 people)
  • Private 1-on-1: $250/session
  • Hands-on learning with Chef D’Andre
  • Topics include meal prep, healthy sauces, plant-based meals, etc.
  • Speaking Engagements / Wellness Seminars
  • Starting at $500plus any travel accommodations
  • Motivational wellness talks
  • Food as medicine: D’Andre’s journey from 575 lbs to health
  • Audience engagement, Q&A, and custom themes available
  • Instructions for Private Chef, Classes, or Speaking:

 

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Include: date, type of event, number of guests, location, and any dietary needs.
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Expertise

With over 30 years of professional culinary experience, Chef D’Andre has trained in diverse kitchens — from luxury fine dining to high-performance nutrition labs. His expertise bridges gourmet techniques with real-world nutrition needs.

Whether cooking with delicacies like caviar and escargot or crafting performance meals for elite athletes like U.S. Men’s National Team player Tanner Tessmann, Chef D’Andre brings a rare mix of artistry, precision, and nutritional science to every plate. His skill ensures that every meal is not only delicious but purpose-driven.

Transformation

Chef D’Andre’s own transformation drives every aspect of The Gym Rat Group. Having personally experienced how disciplined nutrition can completely change physical health, mental clarity, and emotional well-being, he’s passionate about delivering that same impact to his clients.

From everyday families to top-tier athletes, Chef D’Andre helps people achieve their goals whether it’s better recovery, peak performance, or simply living with more energy and confidence.

Real Change. Real Results.

At my heaviest, I weighed 575 pounds—trapped in a body that no longer felt like mine. I battled chronic knee pain, emotional eating, and the fear that my best days were behind me. But through discipline, faith, and food made with purpose, I lost over 200 pounds—and gained my life back.

The Gym Rat Group was born out of that transformation.

This isn’t just about weight loss—it’s about winning your life back, one meal at a time. If you’re ready to change your life with food that fuels and transforms, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been where you are—and I’ll walk with you every step of the way.
Let’s cook. Let’s change. Let’s win—together.

Brand Mission

At The Gym Rat Group, our mission is to elevate lives through nutrition without sacrificing flavor. We believe food should fuel performance, support health, and taste amazing. Through high-protein, chef-driven meals, custom culinary experiences, and a commitment to real, fresh ingredients, we create pathways to better living.

Whether you’re an athlete chasing championships or a busy parent striving for better wellness, we’re here to fuel your journey with heart, hustle, and flavor.