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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Hell's Kitchen Season 11 Episode 22 - Winner Chosen
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Winner Chosen

    S11:E22

    With the help of former HELL'S KITCHEN contestants, the top two chefs prepare their menus for the most important dinner service of their life. Later, pressure mounts on both teams to execute a flawless dinner service, but in the end, only one chef will be crowned HELL'S KITCHEN winner.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Hell's Kitchen Season 24 Episode 12 - Battle for Black Jackets
    5.8/10(45 votes)

    #2 - Battle for Black Jackets

    S24:E12

    The last 7 chefs go head to head while fighting for one of the 5 coveted black jackets needed to advance in the competition. Three WWE champions give the chefs their first task of the day of creating a dish that best represents their home state. Those who do not advance will put their own twist on pizza while the last 3 chefs are tasked with a challenge that taps into their imagination.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Hell's Kitchen Season 17 Episode 9 - Catch Of The Day
    6.2/10(101 votes)

    #3 - Catch Of The Day

    S17:E9

    Special guest judge and fish-cooking expert Chef Michael Cimarusti joins Chef Ramsay, as the remaining contestants compete in a special challenge involving creatures of the sea. Then, during dinner service, the chefs aim to impress a host of VIP guests, including actor Aleks Paunovic, rapper E-40, professional dancer Cheryl Burke and actor Dan Bucatinsky. With two chefs fighting bitterly for authority and another struggling to communicate, Chef Ramsay is less than pleased. Find out who doesn't make the cut.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Hell's Kitchen Season 23 Episode 16 - Hell's Finish Line
    6.2/10(86 votes)

    #4 - Hell's Finish Line

    S23:E16

    It is the season finale of 'Hell's Kitchen: Head Chef's Only', and it is down to the finale two head chefs. With the help of some old friends, the finalists will compete in a final dinner service with their very own custom menu tailored to their unique tastes and signature dishes.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Hell's Kitchen Season 20 Episode 16 - Two Young Guns Shoot It Out
    6.3/10(89 votes)

    #5 - Two Young Guns Shoot It Out

    S20:E16

    The final two chefs compete in their final dinner service

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Hell's Kitchen Season 16 Episode 3 - The Yolks on Them
    6.5/10(86 votes)

    #6 - The Yolks on Them

    S16:E3

    Tensions run high in the house as the teams face their next challenge, which is to make eight unique dishes using a selection of ostrich cuts. While the winners get to go to Big Bear for a zip-lining excursion, the losing chefs have to pluck pine nuts out of pinecones.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Hell's Kitchen Season 17 Episode 6 - A Little Slice of Hell
    6.5/10(98 votes)

    #7 - A Little Slice of Hell

    S17:E6

    The chefs must create a pizza inspired by their assigned country; Marino and special guest judge Steve Samson determine the winner; a dinner service and elimination.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Hell's Kitchen Season 5 Episode 11 - Day 11
    6.6/10(134 votes)

    #8 - Day 11

    S5:E11

    Chef Ramsay sends the remaining chefs off to New Jersey to dine in the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa, where one of them will be running a restaurant. When the chefs return, they are asked to create their signature dish which they would serve in their restaurant should they win.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Hell's Kitchen Season 12 Episode 1 - 20 Chefs Compete
    6.6/10(124 votes)

    #9 - 20 Chefs Compete

    S12:E1

    Twenty aspiring restaurateurs hoping to impress Ramsay present their signature dishes; after the opening night dinner service, contestants face elimination.

    Director:Unknown
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  10. Hell's Kitchen Season 15 Episode 10 - 9 Chefs Compete
    6.6/10(84 votes)

    #10 - 9 Chefs Compete

    S15:E10

    The nine remaining chefs take part in a breakfast challenge, during which their team must make a vegetarian, meat, seafood and sweet dish for surprise judges Suzanne Tracht and David LeFebve. While the winners ride all-terrain vehicles in Palm Springs, the losers prepare fresh-squeezed Orange Juice for a special brunch service featuring celebrity diners Flo Rida and Jeff Dunham.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Hell's Kitchen Season 5 Episode 5 - Day 5
    6.7/10(151 votes)

    #11 - Day 5

    S5:E5

    After sending the chefs to an Asian market, Chef Ramsay challenges them to create three Asian-fusion dishes utilizing poultry, seafood and beef. The teams then present their dishes for judging by Chef Ramsay and Tanya Steel, Editor-in-Chief of Epicurious.com. The following night, the teams go head-to-head at dinner service, and tensions run high as chefs from both teams crack under pressure. Chef Ramsay throws in a last-minute twist before sending the losing chef home.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Hell's Kitchen Season 5 Episode 6 - Day 6
    6.7/10(135 votes)

    #12 - Day 6

    S5:E6

    The remaining 11 chefs are challenged to cook variations of the three favorite foods of the honoree for his Bar Mitzvah. The dinner service seems to go well, but not for one contestant.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Hell's Kitchen Season 5 Episode 14 - Day 14 (1)
    6.7/10(130 votes)

    #13 - Day 14 (1)

    S5:E14

    The final two chefs prepare for their ultimate challenge. They must design their restaurants as well as create a winning menu. But they won't be there to oversee the renovations- Chef Ramsay flies them back to the Borgata where they compete to wow the Hotel's CEO with their signature dish.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Hell's Kitchen Season 13 Episode 3 - 16 Chefs Compete
    6.7/10(92 votes)

    #14 - 16 Chefs Compete

    S13:E3

    Ramsay uses a unique recipe challenge to strengthen team communication; the teams work together to prepare a dinner service with special guests, including TV host Wendy Williams.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Hell's Kitchen Season 13 Episode 5 - 14 Chefs Compete
    6.7/10(92 votes)

    #15 - 14 Chefs Compete

    S13:E5

    The teams must identify proteins and match them to their dishes, with the winners getting a day at the beach with water polo players Genai Kerr, Shea Buckner and Tumua Anae; family night dinner service.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Hell's Kitchen Season 13 Episode 7 - 12 Chefs Compete
    6.7/10(85 votes)

    #16 - 12 Chefs Compete

    S13:E7

    The teams compete to create the best Italian opera-inspired dishes, with the winning team getting a shopping trip and a VIP dinner; the teams provide dinner service for guests, including members of the Italian Consulate.

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Hell's Kitchen Season 13 Episode 8 - 11 Chefs Compete
    6.7/10(85 votes)

    #17 - 11 Chefs Compete

    S13:E8

    The teams meet new members before heading into a team challenge in which each member must prepare a tasting menu for a Best in Show Competition with the American Kennel Club.

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  18. Hell's Kitchen Season 13 Episode 14 - 5 Chefs Compete
    6.7/10(82 votes)

    #18 - 5 Chefs Compete

    S13:E14

    The finals five battle it out to try and secure a place in the next phase of the competition.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Hell's Kitchen Season 15 Episode 9 - 10 Chefs Again
    6.7/10(81 votes)

    #19 - 10 Chefs Again

    S15:E9

    The contestants compete in a Bison-dish challenge that test their archery and cooking skills; cowboy-steak night with news commentator Stacey Dash and Olympic gold medalist Phil Dalhausser.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Hell's Kitchen Season 15 Episode 16 - Winner Chosen
    6.7/10(86 votes)

    #20 - Winner Chosen

    S15:E16

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    Director:Unknown
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  21. Hell's Kitchen Season 16 Episode 2 - Crepe Grand Prix
    6.7/10(85 votes)

    #21 - Crepe Grand Prix

    S16:E2

    The contestants race in the first annual Crepe Grand Prix challenge for a chance to win a luxurious dining experience on a yacht in Santa Barbara. Later, one team struggles right out of the gate during a dinner service featuring VIP guests Maureen DeWulf and Dash Mihok.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Hell's Kitchen Season 16 Episode 7 - Don't Tell My Fiancé
    6.7/10(80 votes)

    #22 - Don't Tell My Fiancé

    S16:E7

    The remaining contestants are tasked with cooking their own version of a Southern staple, which will be judged by chef Chris Hastings. Later, there's a feeling of determination to impress VIP guests J.J. Redick, Blake Lewis, Mircea Monroe and Adrienne Maloof at dinner service. However, stress levels rise and Ramsay makes a shocking decision.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Hell's Kitchen Season 17 Episode 1 - All-Stars Arrive
    6.7/10(123 votes)

    #23 - All-Stars Arrive

    S17:E1

    Chef Ramsay invites 16 all-stars back to the kitchen for a second chance to prove they have what it takes; a twist on the infamous Signature Dish Challenge; Ramsay stuns the chefs with an announcement.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Hell's Kitchen Season 3 Episode 6 - Day 6
    6.8/10(152 votes)

    #24 - Day 6

    S3:E6

    With Melissa saved from elimination, she now must join the men's team and compete against the women to see which team can prepare the best lobster dish. At that evening's dinner service, one team turns in a performance to remembered.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Hell's Kitchen Season 3 Episode 7 - Day 7
    6.8/10(145 votes)

    #25 - Day 7

    S3:E7

    The final six remaining contestants must make appetizers and entrées from leftovers, a challenge Chef Ramsay always gives his chefs to test their creativity. Then the teams must come up with their own menus for the evening's dinner service. At dinner service the diners definitely prefer one team's menu; however, lack of teamwork and poor communication may spell the end for one contestant.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Winner Chosen" is the worst rated episode of "Hell's Kitchen". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/25/2013. This episode scored 5.8 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Battle for Black Jackets".