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The Best Episodes of 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 1 - Shift 1: Speed
    7.9/10(20 votes)

    #1 - Shift 1: Speed

    S2:E1

    In the first shift, the chefs endure three challenges testing speed to impress judge Antonia Lofaso.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 2 - Shift 2: Simplicity
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    #2 - Shift 2: Simplicity

    S2:E2

    Michael Symon and Esther Choi begin the second shift with two chefs in a head-to-head elimination that tests simplicity; the 12 remaining chefs face a tricky taste test from judge Graham Elliot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 3 - Shift 3: Resourcefulness
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    #3 - Shift 3: Resourcefulness

    S2:E3

    In a shift that tests resourcefulness, Michael Symon and Esther Choi ask the 11 remaining chefs to create a three-course meal worthy of a black-tie event in 60 minutes; judge Jet Tila decides which chef will be clocking out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 4 - Shift 4: Artistry
    6.5/10(16 votes)

    #4 - Shift 4: Artistry

    S2:E4

    The chefs prepare artwork-inspired food for judge Fariyal Abdullahi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 5 - Shift 5: Adaptability
    7.2/10(16 votes)

    #5 - Shift 5: Adaptability

    S2:E5

    The chefs turn breakfast into a different meal for judge Brooke Williamson.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 6 - Shift 6: Teamwork
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #6 - Shift 6: Teamwork

    S2:E6

    Frustration and fatigue mounts in hour 16 as co-hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi ask the eight remaining chefs to work in teams to make a soup and sandwich, all while handling three culinary curveballs that threaten to ruin their chances at survival. After the first challenge, one team is safe while the other team is left to keep on battling. Judges Carlos Anthony and Brian Malarkey decide who will move on to shift seven.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 7 - Shift 6: Risk Taking
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #7 - Shift 6: Risk Taking

    S2:E7

    The chefs make spicy street food and a fish dish for judge Andrew Zimmern.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 8 - Shift 8
    8.1/10(11 votes)

    #8 - Shift 8

    S2:E8

    In the final shift, Michael Symon and Esther Choi give the five remaining chefs a familiar challenge before asking them to create an elevated breakfast, lunch and dinner for judges Antonia Lofaso, Graham Elliot and Jet Tila.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 9 - Shift 8
    7.6/10(13 votes)

    #9 - Shift 8

    S2:E9

    After more than 20 nonstop hours, Michael Symon and Esther Choi ask the final chefs to create an elevated lunch and dinner; judges Antonia Lofaso, Graham Elliot and Jet Tila decide who will win $75,000 and the title of "Last Chef Standing."

    Director:Unknown
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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Shift 1: Speed" is the best rated episode of "24 in 24: Last Chef Standing" season 2. It scored 7.9/10 based on 20 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/27/2025. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Shift 2: Simplicity".