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 re-create a signature dish.

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

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

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 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.