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The Best Episodes of Next Level Chef

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    Next Level Chef Season 5 Episode 13 - A Toast to America’s 250th
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - A Toast to America’s 250th

    S5:E13

    The chefs cook for a star-spangled cocktail party in celebration of America’s 250th, where they craft a showstopping cocktail and appetizer.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 4 - Ciao Down
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - 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
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 6 - Shoyu My Ramen
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Next Level Chef Season 5 Episode 8 - Mini Gordon
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #4 - Mini Gordon

    S5:E8

    Much to the chefs' surprise, when Ramsay welcomes them back, it is Oscar, not Gordon, and this week's challenge is revealed as reimagining kids' classic dishes! The chefs must take these nostalgic flavors and elevate them into culinary masterpieces. It might sound simple, but it's not child's play as one more chef leaves the competition.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 1 - Auditions -- Social Media
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - 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
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  6. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 2 - Auditions -- Home Cooks
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - 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
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  7. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 3 - Auditions -- Pros
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - 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
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  8. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 4 - The Draft; Smash Bash
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 5 - Curry in a Hurry
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - 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
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  10. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 6 - 80 Degrees and Palm Trees
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #10 - 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
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  11. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 7 - On the Go
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #11 - 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
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  12. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 8 - Don't Have a Cow, Man
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - 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
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  13. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 9 - You Wanna Pizza Me?
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - 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
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  14. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 10 - It's All Greek to Me
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - 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
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  15. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 11 - Squad Goals
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #15 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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  16. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 13 - Picture Perfect
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #16 - 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
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  17. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 14 - Kombucha Kulture
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #17 - 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
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  18. Next Level Chef Season 3 Episode 15 - Taste of Success
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #18 - 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
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  19. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 1 - Social Media Chef Auditions
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #19 - Social Media Chef Auditions

    S4:E1

    Eight social media chefs kick off the competition.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 2 - Home Chef Auditions
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - 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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  21. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 3 - Pro Chef Auditions
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - 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
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  22. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 8 - Beat the Heat
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Beat the Heat

    S4:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 9 - The Thunderdome
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - 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
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  24. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 10 - A Very Special O' Cajun
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - 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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  25. Next Level Chef Season 4 Episode 11 - Tapas In
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - 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.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"A Toast to America’s 250th" is the best rated episode of "Next Level Chef". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/30/2026. This episode scored 1.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Ciao Down".