Next Level Chef kicks off the new year with a cooking competition evolution

While Gordon Ramsay is never afraid to push the boundaries of a cooking competition, Next Level Chef is ready to bring the culinary greatness to an even higher level. With the help of Richard Blais and Neyesha Arrington, the ultimate winner will rise from the bottom and reach the pinnacle of culinary greatness.

Set to premiere on January 2, 2022, Next Level Chef is a ”one-of-a-kind culinary gauntlet.” As the chefs traverse each level, a new food challenge awaits. New kitchen holds a treasure trove of ingredients that reflect the respective location. From the basement to the top floor, the chefs need to showcase their creativity no matter the location.

According to FOX, this culinary competition takes a variety of talents from all over the cooking world, from line cooks to social media stars, and throws them into the deep end. As Gordon Ramsay believes, “the true test of a great chef is not only what they can do in the best of circumstances, but what kind of magic they can create in the worst.”

The goal of Next Level Chef is to find the “food world’s newest superstar.” In some ways, this culinary competition is more than just another picture perfect plate filled with impeccable flavors. It will challenge the contestants’ versatility, perseverance and creativity. To be a strong voice in today’s culinary world, a chef needs to stand out in a crowd and rise to the top.

Joining Ramsay are Richard Blais and Nyesha Arrington. Both successful chefs and restaurateurs, they have leveraged their culinary expertise beyond the kitchen. They have become a voice for culinary ingenuity both behind and in front of the stove.

As the trio look to find that Next Level Chef, these chef contestants must prove that they are willing to work for that title. No task is too small and no stone will be un-turned in order to reach that pinnacle. Which chef will earn that ultimate praise.

Be sure to watch the premiere of Next Level Chef on FOX. The first episode airs on January 2, 2022 at 8 p.m. EST. after NFL on FOX Doubleheader.

Could Next Level Chef be the must watch food television show for the new year? What is your favorite Gordon Ramsay food television show?