Hell's Kitchen USA

Watch Hell's Kitchen USA

  • 2021
  • 18 Seasons

Hell's Kitchen USA is a popular cooking competition show on discovery+ that keeps its audience glued to the screen with its delectable and tantalizing dishes that leave the audience constantly wishing they could get a taste. Gordon Ramsay, the star of the show, not only has a keen eye for talent but also an impeccable taste for exquisite cuisine. He is not afraid to call out any cook who falls short of his expectations, giving both the contestants and the audience a taste of his stern yet amusing personality. Ramsay is not only the executive producer, but he is also the judge and mentor who trains the competing chefs, and critiques their cooking in each episode. He crackles the tension in the kitchen while barking orders, putting on the pressure for the contestants to deliver gourmet quality plates in a short period.

The dynamic and energetic Mary Ellen Daniels is the show's Maître d' and owner of the Hell's Kitchen restaurant, playing an essential role in the show's tasks. She oversees the service and assists with Ramsay's criticisms to the kitchen team. Daniels has extensive experience to manage the tensions between the contestants as well as guests, and she keeps the dining room running smoothly despite the kitchen's chaotic scene.

The contestants are divided into two teams, the Blue Team and the Red Team, and the competition is fierce. During the course of the show, they are challenged to prepare different cuisines, plated dishes with creativity and precision, and efficiently execute the dinner service. Their fate in the competition depends on how they navigate the pressurized environment of the kitchen and how well they can satisfy the palate of the judges.

The contestants are judged not only on their recipes but also on their culinary expertise, organization, cleanliness, and presentation. Each week, Ramsay assigns a new task, which may include preparing international cuisines or developing their signature dishes, and inadequate performance can mean the difference between staying in the competition or being sent home.

One of the notable elements of the show is the dinner service challenge, where both teams must work together to deliver exceptional service and dishes at the customers' tables. Ramsay is always intimidating the chefs when things are slow. He will scream out orders and orders, and if the dishes don't come out as planned, he will turn into a madman.

Viewers would also love the show's visual aesthetics, with its beautiful restaurant setting, close-up shots of the dishes, and some slow motion scenes that capture the details of food preparation, adding to the show's overall appeal.

Throughout the show, the contestants not only compete to impress the judges and the audience but also to gain industry recognition, valuable contacts, and a grand prize of $250,000. The prize money is an impressive amount and a life-changing opportunity for the winning chef, which adds more weight to the competition.

One of the most significant parts of the show is its entertainment value. The viewers get to witness a competition that is a mix of culinary artistry, drama, humor, and tension. While the recipes, judges, and dishes might be the central focus, the show's fun, and engaging elements make it a favorite with the viewers.

In conclusion, Hell's Kitchen USA, starring Gordon Ramsay and Mary Ellen Daniels, is a cooking competition show that combines excellent quality, eye-catching visuals, and intense competition. It's a show that transcends the cooking realm and adds entertainment value, making it an enjoyable watch for viewers of all interests and ages.

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Seasons
The Grand Finale
16. The Grand Finale
July 28, 2021
The veteran and rookie finalists battle it out to see who will become the Executive Chef at Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen Restaurant at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas.
A Rollercoaster Ride
15. A Rollercoaster Ride
July 28, 2021
After a surprise visit from their parents, the finalists head into their last challenge in Hell's Kitchen, which will ultimately determine who gets the first pick of their brigades.
What's Your Motto
14. What's Your Motto
July 28, 2021
The chefs compete in a showmanship tableside challenge. During dinner service, they take leadership of the pass, proving to Chef Ramsay who is ready for Vegas, and who is not.
An Episode of Firsts
13. An Episode of Firsts
July 28, 2021
Five chefs remain to compete in the infamous Taste It, Now Make It challenge, as well as their first Black Jacket dinner service.
Break on Through
12. Break on Through
July 28, 2021
The final six chefs battle it out in a three-part challenge to see who will win the five coveted black jackets.
Devilish Desserts
11. Devilish Desserts
July 28, 2021
After their dessert challenge, the seven remaining chefs battle it out in a high-intensity dinner service where the pressure to execute seems to be too much for one team to handle.
Poor Trev
10. Poor Trev
July 28, 2021
The remaining eight chefs compete in a blind taste test. Later that night, Chef Ramsay is mortified by a shocking discovery during the charity night dinner service.
What Happens in Vegas
9. What Happens in Vegas
July 28, 2021
Having lost the most recent dinner service, there is growing tension within the Blue team as the bond continues to grow among the remaining members of the Red Team. The teams prepare authentic Chinese dishes to win a trip to Las Vegas.
One Hell of a Party
8. One Hell of a Party
July 28, 2021
The 10 remaining chefs compete to get their dish on Chef Ramsay's daughter Tilly's sweet-sixteen birthday menu. Later the chefs take on a high intensity dinner service where the pressure of perfection seems to be too much for one team to handle.
Last Chef Standing
7. Last Chef Standing
July 28, 2021
The 11 remaining chefs wake up to a pit stop in front of Hell's Kitchen, which leads into back-to-back challenges that will eventually decide the fate of one chef.
Hot Potato
6. Hot Potato
July 28, 2021
Thirteen chefs battle in a potato challenge where one winner emerges. Later, one chef eliminates themselves from the competition, leaving 12 chefs to cook a steak menu for a hungry dining room.
Fish Out of Water
5. Fish Out of Water
July 28, 2021
Chef Ramsay rearranges the teams into men versus women, which leads to the women dominating both the challenge and dinner service.
Hell Freezes Over
4. Hell Freezes Over
July 28, 2021
All 14 chefs compete in a soup challenge, where the rookies dominate the veterans and earn themselves an overnight stay in Palm Springs. Upon their return, both teams struggle to complete dinner service.
Hell's Riders
3. Hell's Riders
July 28, 2021
The 15 remaining chefs cook in an air, land and sea challenge for a dining room full of Marines. During dinner service, the chefs witness a drastic exit from a fellow competitor accusing Chef Ramsay of sabotage.
A Fond Farewell
2. A Fond Farewell
July 28, 2021
Sixteen chefs battle to get their risotto on the Hell's Kitchen menu. Later in dinner service, the rookies can't keep up with the veterans, which ultimately leads to them being kicked out of the kitchen.
Rookies vs. Veterans
1. Rookies vs. Veterans
July 28, 2021
Eight chefs who have competed and lost in previous seasons of Hell's Kitchen return for a shot at redemption as they are pitted against eight newcomers.
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  • Premiere Date
    March 15, 2021