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The Best Episodes of Next Level Chef

The next evolution in cooking competitions, as Gordon Ramsay has designed a one-of-a-kind culinary gauntlet, set on an iconic stage over three stories high, each...

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  1. Background image for Ciao Down
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Ciao Down

    S4:E4

    The 15 chefs who qualified for the draft are matched with their mentors and are given their first team challenge; each chef must create an incredible Italian dish.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Background image for Shoyu My Ramen
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Shoyu My Ramen

    S4:E6

    The mentors challenge the chefs to make the most impressive ramen dish while reaching from a fast moving platform that moves up and down each level throughout the entire challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  3. Background image for Auditions -- Social Media
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Auditions -- Social Media

    S3:E1

    In the premiere episode, the eight social media stars battle it out on the three kitchen levels. Only five chefs will advance to join the teams of mentors Gordon Ramsay, Richard Blais and Nysesha Arrington and compete for the grand prize of a 1-year mentorship and $250,000.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  4. Background image for Auditions -- Home Cooks
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Auditions -- Home Cooks

    S3:E2

    The auditions continue as the home cooks fight for one of the coveted five spots that advances them to the mentorship team draft, taking them one step closer to winning the grand prize of a 1-year mentorship and $250,000. One chef is eliminated after each challenge until only the top five are left standing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Auditions -- Pros

    S3:E3

    The auditions conclude as the professional chefs enter the kitchen and battle for one of the coveted five spots that advances them to the mentorship team draft, taking them one step closer to winning the grand prize of a 1-year mentorship and $250,000. One chef is eliminated after each challenge until only the top five are left standing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  6. Background image for The Draft; Smash Bash
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - The Draft; Smash Bash

    S3:E4

    Mentors Gordon Ramsay, Nyesha Arrington and Richard Blais draft the top 15 chefs into their three teams. Then, the contestants are challenged with preparing an all-American smash burger that proves their cooking abilities are next level.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Curry in a Hurry

    S3:E5

    The 14 remaining chefs are tasked with preparing a curry dish that promises to pack a punch with only 30 minutes on the clock. The winning dish gives the entire team immunity and claims the top-level kitchen for the next challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  9. Background image for 80 Degrees and Palm Trees
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - 80 Degrees and Palm Trees

    S3:E6

    The 13 remaining chefs channel their vacation vibes when they're tasked with preparing a next-level seafood dish inspired by tropical island cuisine. The winning dish gives the entire team immunity and claims the top-level kitchen for the next challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  10. Background image for On the Go
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - On the Go

    S3:E7

    The chefs are tasked with preparing a next-level international street food dish. But there's a twist: to mimic the "grab-and-go" feel of street food, the platform never stops moving throughout the challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  11. Background image for Don't Have a Cow, Man
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - Don't Have a Cow, Man

    S3:E8

    The remaining chefs butcher and break down various cuts of beef amongst their teams to create sizzling steak dishes that earn a "well-done" from the judges. Then, two contestants face elimination as they enter a heated seafood cook-off.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for You Wanna Pizza Me?
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - You Wanna Pizza Me?

    S3:E9

    The 10 remaining contestants step into the kitchen with one single goal: to elevate the traditional pizza into a next-level masterpiece. The winning pizza gains immunity for the whole team and claims the top-level kitchen spot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  13. Background image for It's All Greek to Me
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - It's All Greek to Me

    S3:E10

    The nine remaining chefs embark on a gastronomic journey to the land of Tzatziki, Togas, and Tradition: Greece. Using a bounty of fresh ingredients from the platform, the chef who prepares the best Greek entree wins immunity for their team.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  14. Background image for Squad Goals
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Squad Goals

    S3:E11

    The eight remaining competitors must work together in teams to create a cohesive three course meal. With only 30 minutes on the clock, the team with the winning menu remains safe from elimination.

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    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Picture Perfect

    S3:E13

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  16. Background image for Kombucha Kulture
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - Kombucha Kulture

    S3:E14

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  17. Background image for Taste of Success
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - Taste of Success

    S3:E15

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  18. Background image for Social Media Chef Auditions
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - Social Media Chef Auditions

    S4:E1

    Eight social media chefs kick off the competition.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  19. Background image for Home Chef Auditions
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - Home Chef Auditions

    S4:E2

    The auditions continue with the next group to show off their culinary skills -- the home cooks.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  20. Background image for Pro Chef Auditions
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Pro Chef Auditions

    S4:E3

    It's the final round of auditions, where eight professional chefs must impress the judges in order to advance to the next stage.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  21. Background image for Beat the Heat
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - Beat the Heat

    S4:E8

    The remaining chefs are tasked with oven roasting, steaming or deep frying.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Background image for The Thunderdome
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - The Thunderdome

    S4:E9

    For the first time in the competition, the chefs are no longer working on teams and must survive the next cooking challenge on their own.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  23. Background image for A Very Special O' Cajun
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - A Very Special O' Cajun

    S4:E10

    The remaining chefs are tasked with cooking Cajun dishes that blend southern flare with French influence; the chef who creates the best dish receives a coveted time token that gives them a major advantage in the next challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  24. Background image for Tapas In
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - Tapas In

    S4:E11

    The chefs experiment with Spanish cuisine, starting with tapas and a mid-round platform drop resulting in a classic pairing; in the elimination round, three chefs carry on their Spanish preparations, serving up vibrant plates of paella.

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  25. Background image for Bad to the Bone
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - Bad to the Bone

    S4:E12

    The final six chefs must cook protein with the bone in, which is no small feat in the essence of time; two chefs fight to the finish in the elimination round, where they are presented with a formation of fish to choose from.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  26. Background image for Always Crust Your Instincts
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Always Crust Your Instincts

    S4:E13

    The five remaining chefs are tasked with putting a twist on a classic: recreating Gordon Ramsay's signature beef Wellington without beef; two chefs are safe from elimination, while the remaining three chefs battle it out one last time.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Ciao Down" is the best rated episode of "Next Level Chef". It scored 9/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 3/6/2025. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Shoyu My Ramen".