Episode 1
Rookies vs. Veterans
44m5.0 / 10
Eight former “Hell's Kitchen” contestants face against eight ambitious new cooks for a life-changing prize to work as an Executive Chef.
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TV series
Hell's Kitchen
2005TV-1425 seasons6.8 / 10
He's no angel.
Aspiring restaurateurs brave Ramsay and his fiery command of the kitchen as he puts the competitors through an intense culinary academy to prove they possess the right combination of ingredients to win a life-changing grand prize.
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Aspiring restaurateurs brave Ramsay and his fiery command of the kitchen as he puts the competitors through an intense culinary academy to prove they possess the right combination of ingredients to win a life-changing grand prize.
Season 18 episodes
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Episode 2
A Fond Farewell
44m
The contestants must prepare one risotto dish that will be worthy of replacing the one that used to be on the Hell's Kitchen menu.
Episode credits
Guest stars Don McLean, Annie Wersching, Kyle Schmid, Courtney Sixx
Episode 3
Hell's Riders
44m
The chefs serve lunch to a room full of Marines, preparing dishes that represent the air, the land and the sea; a dramatic dinner service ends with a contestant walk-out.
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Episode 4
Hell Freezes Over
44m
The chefs compete in a sled race for an advantage in the upcoming challenge, during which the two teams prepare winter soups; chef Ramsay makes an extreme change in the teams.
Episode credits
Guest stars Traci Des Jardins, Brian Boitano, Hayley Orrantia, Cheryl Hines, Rachael Harris, Morgan Spurlock
Episode 5
Fish Out of Water
44m
Teams are tasked with cooking halibut in seven different ways; a dinner service; an elimination; pianist Stephan Moccio; chef David LeFevre.
Episode credits
Guest stars David Lefevre, Stephanie Beatriz, Carly Hughes, Sarah Shahi
Episode 6
Hot Potato
44m
The chefs must create a dish using potatoes as the key component; the pressure becomes unbearable for one chef, leading to a chaotic dinner service.
Episode credits
Guest stars Richard Blais, Kelsea Ballerini, Titus Welliver, Cornelius Smith, Jr.
Episode 7
Last Chef Standing
44m
While chefs are challenged to serve five "staple" dishes, one chef is removed from each team at certain intervals until the final chef finishes all dishes; the teams are taken aback by an unexpected alteration to the dining service.
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Episode 8
One Hell of a Party
44m
The top 10 chefs are challenged to create a special dish as a part of a Sweet 16 birthday celebration for Tilly, Gordon's daughter.
Episode credits
Guest stars Matilda Ramsay, Thomas Barbusca
Episode 9
What Happens in Vegas
44m
The nine remaining chefs are challenged to make authentic Chinese dishes, which are to be judged by chef Shirley Chung. Tensions escalate during dinner service as one team has difficulties with teamwork and causes several errors.
Episode credits
Guest stars Shirley Chung, David Plummer, Alison Schmitt, Tanner Pearson, Tyler Toffoli
Episode 10
Poor Trev
44m
With only four chefs per team, they must prepare to cook for a charity dinner service in support of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Waterkeeper Alliance featuring Italian food, but one team's performance forces Gordon to get involved.
Episode credits
Guest stars Camryn Manheim, Chad Lowe, Sabrina Soto, Dylan Bruno, Kevin Zegers
Episode 11
Devilish Desserts
44m
The remaining seven chefs face a dinner service for pastry chef Valerie Gordon, who will harshly judge each team's dessert, but poor communication results in kitchen chaos and one dramatic elimination before the next round.
Episode credits
Guest stars Karolina Calhoun, Colin Brubaker, Valerie Gordon, Randall Park
Episode 12
Break on Through
44m
Tension mounts when Chef Ramsay explains to the six remaining chefs that they will go through three extensive challenges to determine which five chefs receive a black jacket.
Where to watch Hell's KitchenEpisode 13
An Episode of Firsts
44m
The final five chefs struggle through a new challenge, leading to a bitter elimination that dramatically alters the dynamics of the group.
Episode credits
Guest stars Kelli Berglund, Tyler Higbee, Jared Goff, Rodger Saffold, Drew Van Acker
Episode 14
What’s Your Motto?
44m
The final four competing chefs face a tableside challenge that will send one lucky winner and their chosen partner on a luxurious day in Malibu, California. The chefs encounter a showmanship challenge that is rife with mistakes only rookies should make.
Episode credits
Guest stars Ted Hopson, Geoff Baumberger, Michael Fiorelli, Joe Miller, Amber Rose, Neen Williams, Curt Menefee
Episode 15
A Rollercoaster Ride
44m
Part 1 of 2. After a shocking elimination, the final two chefs receive unexpected help for their final menus. They share their highs and lows with Chef Ramsay over brunch and are surprised with a visit from their families. But, the fun is short-lived, as Chef Ramsay sends the teams back to Hell’s Kitchen to learn the menus and plan for the biggest service of the finalists’ lives, taking place at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Episode credits
Guest stars Holly Ramsay, Josiah Citrin, Michael Cimarusti, Hubert Keller, Walter Manzke, Mary Sue Milliken, Rick Moonen, Matt Barkley
Episode 16
The Grand Finale
44mfinale
Conclusion. After a shocking elimination, the final two chefs receive unexpected help for their final menus. They share their highs and lows with Chef Ramsay over brunch and are surprised with a visit from their families. But, the fun is short-lived, as Chef Ramsay sends the teams back to Hell’s Kitchen to learn the menus and plan for the biggest service of the finalists’ lives, taking place at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Where to watch Hell's KitchenEpisode information updated Sep 8, 2026
More about Hell's Kitchen
Cast
Gordon RamsaySelf - Chef
Whoopi GoldbergSelf - Restaurant Patron
Eric McCormackSelf - Restaurant Patron
Tana RamsaySelf
Matilda RamsaySelfJack RamsaySelf
Holly RamsaySelf
Megan RamsaySelf
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Reality
- Episodes
- 379
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
FOXUnited States
A. Smith & Co. ProductionsUnited States
Granada AmericaUnited States
ITV EntertainmentUnited States
ITV AmericaUnited States
Themes
celebrity chefchefcompetitivecookingcooking competitionfoodprofessional chefs
