The BEST episodes of Next Level Chef season 3

Every episode of Next Level Chef season 3, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Next Level Chef season 3!

NEXT LEVEL CHEF is the next evolution in cooking competitions, as Ramsay has designed a one-of-a-kind culinary gauntlet, set on an iconic stage like you’ve never seen. 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 will 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!

Last Updated: 12/14/2024Network: FOXStatus: Continuing
The Final Level
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7.73
59 votes

#1 - The Final Level

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/9/2024

The competition reaches its boiling point as the final three chefs race against the clock to craft a sensational three-course meal. With $250,000 and a year-long mentorship on the line, only one chef will rise to the top and claim the title of the Next Level Chef champion.

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You Wanna Pizza Me?
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7.63
56 votes

#2 - You Wanna Pizza Me?

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/21/2024

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.

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Curry in a Hurry
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7.62
58 votes

#3 - Curry in a Hurry

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/22/2024

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.

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Taste of Success
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7.62
55 votes

#4 - Taste of Success

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 5/2/2024

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.

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Auditions -- Social Media
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7.58
81 votes

#5 - Auditions -- Social Media

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/28/2024

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.

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Auditions -- Pros
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7.58
73 votes

#6 - Auditions -- Pros

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/8/2024

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.

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The Draft; Smash Bash
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7.56
63 votes

#7 - The Draft; Smash Bash

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/15/2024

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.

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Kombucha Kulture
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7.53
62 votes

#8 - Kombucha Kulture

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 4/25/2024

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.

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It's All Greek to Me
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7.51
65 votes

#9 - It's All Greek to Me

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/28/2024

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.

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Picture Perfect
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7.46
57 votes

#10 - Picture Perfect

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/18/2024

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.

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Bingo, Bango, Bento!
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7.41
64 votes

#11 - Bingo, Bango, Bento!

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/11/2024

The seven remaining chefs work individually to create Japanese-inspired dishes for their bento boxes. From tempura to sushi, the chef who constructs the winning box claims the time token and top-level kitchen for the next challenge. Then, with only 25 minutes to create a Wagyu beef dish, only one judge will oversee the chefs during the elimination challenge while two judges blindly taste test their creations.

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Don't Have a Cow, Man
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7.39
66 votes

#12 - Don't Have a Cow, Man

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/14/2024

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.

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Squad Goals
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7.38
66 votes

#13 - Squad Goals

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/4/2024

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.

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80 Degrees and Palm Trees
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7.27
63 votes

#14 - 80 Degrees and Palm Trees

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/29/2024

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.

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On the Go
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7.27
63 votes

#15 - On the Go

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/7/2024

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.

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Auditions -- Home Cooks
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7.20
80 votes

#16 - Auditions -- Home Cooks

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/1/2024

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.

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