Ep 3. Tower of Terror

In Hell's Kitchen season 17 episode 3 "Tower of Terror," the remaining 14 chefs are put to the test with their ability to communicate and work together in a timed challenge involving constructing a tower made from seafood. Each team of chefs is given a different type of seafood, and they must collaborate effectively to ensure the tower is stable and tall enough to impress the judges. However, tensions rise as some chefs struggle to communicate effectively and others try to take control of the situation.

After the timed challenge, Chef Ramsay announces that the losing team will have to nominate two members for elimination. While some chefs start to feel the pressure, others are relieved to have a chance to showcase their skills in the kitchen during the next round. One chef in particular, though, begins to feel the heat as they are repeatedly called out for their weak performance.

As the chefs move into the dinner service, they are tasked with creating meals for a special guest: twenty-five active-duty members of the United States Army. The soldiers offer a unique challenge to the chefs, not only because of their specialized dietary needs but also because they have high expectations for the quality of the food being served to them. While some of the chefs rise to the occasion and exceed expectations, others struggle to keep up with the demands of the kitchen and the guests.

As tensions rise in the kitchen, Chef Ramsay is constantly monitoring the progress of both teams. He is quick to highlight the mistakes that are made and offer constructive criticism to the chefs. Along the way, he also plays mind games with the contestants, trying to rattle them and throw them off their game. However, he also offers words of encouragement and praise when they achieve a difficult task. It is clear that Chef Ramsay is invested in both the success of the contestants and the quality of the food being served.

As the episode progresses, the pressure continues to mount for the chefs. Some panic and make mistakes, while others are able to stay focused and succeed. Eventually, one team is declared the winner of the dinner service, while the other is forced to nominate two chefs for elimination. The episode ends with the chefs reflecting on their performance and wondering if they will be able to survive another week in the Hell's Kitchen competition.