Hell's Kitchen Season 18

Synopsis

Season eighteen returns with a new twist: pitting veteran contestants against rookies. For the first time, eight accomplished chefs who have competed in previous seasons – and lost – will be brought back for a shot at redemption. But these veterans will need to go up 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.

Main Cast

Gordon Ramsay

Self - Chef

Age : N/A | Popularity : 11%

Christina Wilson

Self - Sous Chef

Age : N/A | Popularity : 6%

Marino Monferrato

Self - Maître D'

Age : N/A | Popularity : 4%

James "Jockey" Petrie

Self - Sous Chef

Age : N/A | Popularity : 0%

Episodes

Episode 1

28 September 2018 - Rookies vs. Veterans

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

05 October 2018 - A Fond Farewell

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

12 October 2018 - Hell's Riders

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

19 October 2018 - Hell Freezes Over

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

02 November 2018 - Fish Out of Water

Teams are tasked with cooking halibut in seven different ways; a dinner service; an elimination; pianist Stephan Moccio; chef David LeFevre.

Episode 6

09 November 2018 - Hot Potato

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

16 November 2018 - Last Chef Standing

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

07 December 2018 - One Hell of a Party

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

14 December 2018 - What Happens in Vegas

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

04 January 2019 - Poor Trev

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

11 January 2019 - Devilish Desserts

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

18 January 2019 - Break on Through

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

25 January 2019 - An Episode of Firsts

The final five chefs struggle through a new challenge, leading to a bitter elimination that dramatically alters the dynamics of the group.

Episode 14

01 February 2019 - What’s Your Motto?

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

08 February 2019 - A Rollercoaster Ride

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

08 February 2019 - The Grand Finale

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.

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