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Level the chef up.
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 floor contains a stunningly different kitchen. From the glistening top floor to the challenging bottom of the basement, the ingredients match the environment, because Ramsay believes the true test of great chefs is not only what they can do in the best of circumstances, but what kind of magic they can create in the worst!
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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 floor contains a stunningly different kitchen. From the glistening top floor to the challenging bottom of the basement, the ingredients match the environment, because Ramsay believes the true test of great chefs is not only what they can do in the best of circumstances, but what kind of magic they can create in the worst!
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Episode 1
Contestants begin their journey and look to make their first impressions in their respective teams.
Guest stars Kamahlai Stewart, Alex Morizio, Darryl Taylor, Mark McMillian, Cassie Yeung, April Clayton, Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen
Episode 2
The chefs each prepare a dish from Mexico; one contestant is eliminated.
Guest stars Alex Morizio, Darryl Taylor, Mark McMillian, Cassie Yeung, April Clayton, Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia
Episode 3
The chefs are challenged with making an upscale sandwich; one chef is eliminated.
Guest stars Darryl Taylor, Mark McMillian, Cassie Yeung, April Clayton, Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia, Shay Spence
Episode 4
The chefs are challenged to make a next-level Chinese-inspired dish.
Guest stars Mark McMillian, Cassie Yeung, April Clayton, Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia, Shay Spence, Tineke Younger
Episode 5
Game such as wild boar and elk must be cooked with care and attention.
Guest stars Cassie Yeung, April Clayton, Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia, Shay Spence, Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni
Episode 6
Competitors use skill to cook an alcohol-based dish; one chef is eliminated.
Guest stars April Clayton, Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia, Shay Spence, Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim
Episode 7
Chefs are alarmed when they learn the ins and outs of what it takes to make a next level fish dish
Written by Steve ParryGuest stars Matt Groark, Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia, Shay Spence, Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad
Episode 8
Each person grabs a box with a flag on it and is tasked to make the country's signature dish.
Guest stars Preston Nguyen, Vincent Alia, Shay Spence, Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper
Episode 9
The chefs must create one perfect appetizer dish and pair it with a beautiful craft cocktail.
Guest stars Vincent Alia, Shay Spence, Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper, Christopher Spinosa
Episode 10
Cheese, nuts and charcuterie meats prove difficult for the chefs to navigate.
Guest stars Shay Spence, Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper, Christopher Spinosa, Pilar Omega
Episode 11
The remaining chefs must elevate their dish by frying their entree, a process that proves difficult.
Guest stars Tineke Younger, Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper, Christopher Spinosa, Pilar Omega, Tucker Ricchio
Episode 12
The chefs are faced with their toughest challenge yet, baking a next-level dessert.
Guest stars Michelle Calcagni, Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper, Christopher Spinosa, Pilar Omega, Tucker Ricchio
Episode 13
The chefs are asked to reimagine an old classic -- surf and turf.
Guest stars Mehreen Karim, Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper, Christopher Spinosa, Pilar Omega, Tucker Ricchio
Episode 14
In Part I of the two-hour Season Two finale, each chef must select two different boxes, each representing a state and its local ingredients, then will have to conceive a dish that seamlessly infuses both into one unforgettable and inventive fusion dish
Guest stars Nuri Muhammad, Omallys Hopper, Christopher Spinosa, Pilar Omega, Tucker Ricchio
Episode 15
In the second half of the finale, the final three chefs must create one dish on each level of the kitchen in just 90 minutes. It is up to the chefs to determine how much time they use on the bottom and middle levels, which will determine how much time they have to make their final dish on the top level. Eighteen chefs began the journey, three will cook in the finale, and only one will win the one-year mentorship, $250,000 and the title of Next Level Chef.
Guest stars Christopher Spinosa, Pilar Omega, Tucker Ricchio
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Gordon RamsaySelf - Host / Mentor
Nyesha ArringtonSelf - Mentor
Richard BlaisSelf - Mentor
FOXUnited States
FOX Alternative EntertainmentUnited States
Studio Ramsay GlobalUnited KingdomMore shows like Next Level Chef.
