Chef Josh began his culinary career in the U.S. Army at 17. Over seven combat tours, he led field kitchens in high-pressure environments—cooking for up to 1,500 soldiers daily across Afghanistan, Germany, South Korea, and Japan.
Chef Joshua
Combat-Tested.
Who else, if not us -
could execute your event better?
Josh receiving PCS award from South Korea
Globally Trained.
Cultural Immersion Through Cuisine
Cultural Immersion Through Cuisine
Wherever he was deployed, Josh learned and continuous learning from the local people. He cooked goat salad and stews in Afghanistan, Bratwurst and Black Forest Cake in Germany, and perfected BBQ Meatballs and technique in Japan and South Korea.
His philosophy: food is culture, and culture is power. This global immersion gave him unmatched skill and range. His airborne unit trusted him to fuel performance with meals that mattered.
Mission-Driven.
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could execute this better?
Chef Josh now leads a team known for delivering meals that are nutritious, consistent, and logistics-ready—whether serving 400+ guests a day or executing a multi-day, high-volume operation. He brings the same level of commitment to every plate—because for him, this is still a mission.
From Field Kitchens to Fine Events
Post-military, Josh has catered for:
Hollywood actors
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Private jet clients
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Luxury estates in Seattle
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Private schools
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Major conferences and government gatherings
He leads our kitchen with military-grade standards and world-class flavor.
Mission-Driven
Who else, if not us—with Josh at the helm—could execute this better?
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Made people smile
Why do people hearts us?
Josh’s leadership is why D’Elementi delivers on time, on spec, and above standard—every time.
Constantine Karat
GM, D'Elementi Catering
Legendary Jim Belushi nearly choked—because he couldn’t stop eating our BBQ meatballs. Called them some of the best he’s ever had. And if anyone knows meatballs, it’s this guy.
From the Field to Fine Dining
Chef Joshua brings unmatched precision and flair from his military culinary training to high-profile events across Seattle. His career spans elite kitchens and extraordinary guests; His discipline, creativity, and passion make every dish unforgettable.
