Hell's Kitchen

Chef Ramsay invites 16 all-stars back to the kitchen for a chance to prove they have what it takes.

The 16 chefs compete in individual challenges; Ramsay makes a shocking decision during elimination.

The remaining chefs compete in teams to complete a four-tiered shellfish tower.

The chefs have 45 minutes to create a dish using ingredients selected during a game of chance.

The chefs work in pairs and cook different types of fish; Ramsay makes a drastic decision.

The chefs must create a pizza inspired by their assigned country; a dinner service and elimination.

Teams must re-create six of Ramsay's dishes; the three weakest chefs from each team must re-create one of Gordon's signature dishes; an elimination.

The contestants must create a dish using exotic meats; chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo help judge.

The remaining contestants compete in a special challenge involving creatures of the sea.

A blind taste test challenge; a dinner service for charity.

The remaining chefs must create three restaurant-quality pasta dishes with $20; an elimination.

The chefs face a series of three difficult challenges as they vie for the coveted black jacket.

The chefs must instruct athletes to make their signature dishes using only verbal instructions.

Families of the remaining chefs visit; chefs create dishes and the family members vote on them.

Three finalists must cook and perfect their menus; two advance to the finale.

The two finalists pick chefs to help in the final dinner service; the winner is announced.