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s05e17 · 2026-05-22
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Next Level Chef
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What it is
Chef Gordon Ramsay scours the country for the very best line cooks, home chefs, social media stars, food truck owners and everything in between, all competing against one another with the goal of finding the food world's newest superstar. Joined by two elite names in the food world, chefs Nyesha Arrington and Richard Blais, Ramsay and his co-mentors leave no stone unturned, as they each recruit a group of talented chefs and take them under their wings. Ramsay and his friends attempt to bring out the very best in their cooks, as they all try to find "the one." Ramsay firmly believes that as long as a chef has the drive, talent and perseverance, he or she can make that climb to the top. Creativity, consistency and cunning are the recipe for success to make it to the next level, as the competitors adapt to the challenges waiting for them. Chefs compete for a life-changing $250,000 grand prize and the title of "Next Level Chef."
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16 this season · 73 totals03e01 Auditions - Social Media 2024-01-29 03:10
Auditions - Social Media
Eight social media stars battle it out on three kitchen levels for a chance at the grand prize.
s03e02 Auditions - Home Cooks 2024-02-02 01:00
Auditions - Home Cooks
The auditions continue as the home cooks fight a spot in the mentorship team draft.
s03e03 Auditions - Pros 2024-02-09 01:00
Auditions - Pros
The auditions conclude as the professional chefs battle for one of the coveted five spots.
s03e04 The Draft/Smash Bash 2024-02-16 01:00
The Draft/Smash Bash
The contestants must prepare an all-American smash burger that proves their cooking abilities.
s03e05 Curry in a Hurry 2024-02-23 01:00
Curry in a Hurry
The 14 remaining chefs are tasked with preparing a curry dish that promises to pack a punch.
s03e06 80 Degrees and Palm Trees 2024-03-01 01:00
80 Degrees and Palm Trees
The 13 remaining chefs prepare a seafood dish inspired by tropical island cuisine.
s03e07 On the Go 2024-03-08 01:00
On the Go
The chefs are tasked with preparing a next-level international street food dish.
s03e08 Don't Have a Cow, Man 2024-03-15 00:00
Don't Have a Cow, Man
The chefs butcher and break down various cuts of beef amongst their teams to create steak dishes.
s03e09 You Wanna Pizza Me? 2024-03-22 00:00
You Wanna Pizza Me?
The contestants must elevate traditional pizza into a next-level masterpiece.
s03e10 It's All Greek to Me 2024-03-29 00:00
It's All Greek to Me
The chef who prepares the best Greek entree wins immunity for their team.
s03e11 Squad Goals 2024-04-05 00:00
Squad Goals
The eight remaining competitors must work together in teams to create a cohesive three-course meal.
s03e12 Bingo, Bango, Bento! 2024-04-12 00:00
Bingo, Bango, Bento!
The seven remaining chefs must create Japanese-inspired dishes for their bento boxes.
s03e13 Picture Perfect 2024-04-19 00:00
Picture Perfect
The six remaining chefs are tasked with recreating a "picture perfect" dish using just a photo. However, once the platform leaves, the photo goes with it, putting the contestant's memory and cooking skills to the test.
s03e14 Kombucha Kulture 2024-04-26 00:00
Kombucha Kulture
The final five chefs must create a dish that won't leave a sour taste in the judges' mouth by using kombucha, the trendy fermented drink. Then, two chefs battle for a spot in the semifinals by cooking a winning dish using a wok.
s03e15 Taste of Success 2024-05-03 00:00
Taste of Success
In the semi-finals, the final four chefs face a tangy twist as they're tasked with showcasing one of the classic taste elements. With limited time on the clock, every dash, pinch or sprinkle could mean the difference between securing a coveted spot in the grand finale or facing the heat in a final elimination cook-off.
s03e16 The Final Level 2024-05-10 00:00
The Final Level
The competition reaches its boiling point as the final three chefs race against the clock to craft a sensational three-course meal. With $250,000 and a year-long mentorship on the line, only one chef will rise to the top and claim the title of the Next Level Chef champion.