Born and raised in Jersey City’s Montgomery Projects, Chef Rashad began cooking professionally at age 12 on Doug’s Truck, sparking a lifelong passion for the culinary arts. He trained at the New York Restaurant School and went on to work in renowned kitchens including The Water Club, The River Café, Pershing Square, and The Frog and The Peach.

Alongside years of experience in fine dining and catering, Chef Rashad founded Dylilah’s Sweet Sensation, a thriving wholesale and retail bakery and catering business. He is also committed to community impact, teaching culinary skills, nutrition, and job readiness to youth in the Juvenile Justice System.

A chef, entrepreneur, and mentor, Chef Rashad brings heart, experience, and creativity to every class he leads.