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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 4 - Shift 4: Artistry
    6.5/10(16 votes)

    #1 - Shift 4: Artistry

    S2:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 2 - Shift 2: Adaptability
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    #2 - Shift 2: Adaptability

    S1:E2

    During hours three through six, the remaining chefs are forced to adapt to constant twists and turns. Hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi have two chefs face elimination immediately, while the others enjoy a moment of rest. Then, the chefs must overcome restrictions, curveballs and expert judging from Stephanie Izard in order to make it to hour seven.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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

    #3 - 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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  4. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 3 - Shift 3: Resourcefulness
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    #4 - 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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  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 1 Episode 1 - Shift 1: Speed
    7.4/10(19 votes)

    #6 - Shift 1: Speed

    S1:E1

    The first three-hour shift is designed to test one of the most important qualities a true master must possess: speed. Speed judge Jet Tila will taste and score every dish, separating the leaders of the pack from the chefs on the brink of elimination. Right out of the gate, the chefs are served up a shocking twist that sets the tone for the rest of the competition, letting them know that no one will be safe from elimination until the end.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 5 - Shift 5: Artistry
    7.4/10(11 votes)

    #7 - Shift 5: Artistry

    S1:E5

    Exhaustion becomes palpable as the chefs enter hour 13 of their 24-hour competition. Hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi challenge them with the unenviable task of turning microwave meals into works of art, and that's the easy part! Guest judge Eric Adjepong will decide which of these chefs must clock out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 7 - Shift 7: Simplicity
    7.6/10(13 votes)

    #8 - Shift 7: Simplicity

    S1:E7

    As hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choir introduce hour 18 of non-stop cooking, the chefs are bruised, battered and at their breaking point. Simplicity is one of the most difficult techniques to master for any chef, and when they're this exhausted, it borders on impossible. Guest judge Brooke Williamson decides which four chefs will receive a spot in the finale, a mere four challenges and three hours away.

    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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  10. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 8 - Shift 8: Elevation
    7.7/10(12 votes)

    #10 - Shift 8: Elevation

    S1:E8

    The four remaining chefs have survived 20 challenges and beat out 20 other chefs to arrive at this moment. In the final hours, hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi revisit an old challenge where the chefs must cook the best dishes of their lives. Whoever can stave off the final daggers of exhaustion and impress a superstar panel of judges will walk away with a $50,000 prize and an unforgettable trip to Hawaii.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 6 - Shift 6: Teamwork
    7.7/10(13 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 4 - Shift 4: Teamwork
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #12 - Shift 4: Teamwork

    S1:E4

    By the end of shift four, the remaining chefs will have been cooking for 12 consecutive hours. To make it to hour 13, Michael Symon and Esther Choi present their toughest task yet -- teamwork. Working with chefs they just met mere hours ago, the competitors have to strategize, collaborate and execute under the critical eyes of guest judges Michael and Bryan Voltaggio.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 7 - Shift 6: Risk Taking
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 1 - Shift 1: Speed
    7.9/10(20 votes)

    #14 - 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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  15. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 6 - Shift 6: Risk Taking
    8.0/10(13 votes)

    #15 - Shift 6: Risk Taking

    S1:E6

    Hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi begin the most devious shift of all as the chefs earn points during each challenge. They'll be tested in cooking, strategy and much more as guest judge Maneet Chauhan decides their fate. Whoever has the lowest point total at the end will have to clock out, just two shifts shy of a massive pay day.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 2 Episode 8 - Shift 8
    8.1/10(11 votes)

    #16 - 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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  17. 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing Season 1 Episode 3 - Shift 3: Resourcefulness
    8.4/10(17 votes)

    #17 - Shift 3: Resourcefulness

    S1:E3

    Fatigue starts to set in as the chefs face hours seven and eight in this intense culinary journey. Hosts Michael Symon and Esther Choi put forth three challenges in one where the chefs must turn one bag of ingredients into three distinct, delicious meals. This never-before-seen social experiment will be over for whoever fails to impress guest judge Scott Conant.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Shift 4: Artistry" is the worst rated episode of "24 in 24: Last Chef Standing". It scored 6.5/10 based on 16 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/11/2025. This episode scored 0.7 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Shift 2: Adaptability".