Hell's Kitchen
Rookies vs Veterans
201816 episodes
Eight accomplished chefs who have competed in previous seasons, will be brought back for a shot at redemption against eight ambitious rookies who are equally eager to show Chef Ramsay they have what it takes to be the next Hell's Kitchen winner, and become Head Chef at the world’s first Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen Restaurant at Caesars Palace Las Vegas.
Episode 1
Rookies vs. Veterans
Sep 28, 201844m
TMDB rating 5.0TMDB
Eight former “Hell's Kitchen” contestants face against eight ambitious new cooks for a life-changing prize to work as an Executive Chef.
Episode 2
A Fond Farewell
Oct 5, 201844m
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 3
Hell's Riders
Oct 12, 201844m
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.
Episode 4
Hell Freezes Over
Oct 19, 201844m
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 5
Fish Out of Water
Nov 2, 201844m
Teams are tasked with cooking halibut in seven different ways; a dinner service; an elimination; pianist Stephan Moccio; chef David LeFevre.
Episode 6
Hot Potato
Nov 9, 201844m
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 7
Last Chef Standing
Nov 16, 201844m
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.
Episode 8
One Hell of a Party
Dec 7, 201844m
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 9
What Happens in Vegas
Dec 14, 201844m
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 10
Poor Trev
Jan 4, 201944m
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 11
Devilish Desserts
Jan 11, 201944m
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 12
Break on Through
Jan 18, 201944m
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.
Episode 13
An Episode of Firsts
Jan 25, 201944m
The final five chefs struggle through a new challenge, leading to a bitter elimination that dramatically alters the dynamics of the group.
Episode 14
What’s Your Motto?
Feb 1, 201944m
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 15
A Rollercoaster Ride
Feb 8, 201944m
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 16
The Grand Finale
Feb 8, 201944m
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.