Next Level Chef US Season 1 aired from 2nd January 2022 to 2nd March 2022, there were 15 contestants.
The chefs compete to be named the Next Level Chef by competing in cookery challenges.
If the contestants do well they move up a level and when they perform poorly they drop levels.
The prize for the winner was mentorship by all three mentors and $250,000 cash.
In this season, the mentors were Gordon Ramsay, Nyesha Arrington and Richard Blais.
Find out what the Next Level Chef US Season 1 did next after appearing on Next Level Chef. Next Level Chef season 1 where are they now?
Ae Southammavong was a Social media chef from Laos. She was mentored by Richard Blais.
She was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 8 after her bacon drunken noodles were voted to be the worst dish due to the basic ingredients used, compared to what was on offer.
After Next Level Chef, Ae returned to Laos and has filmed an Indie documentary about her culinary journey.
Amber Rebold was a Home cook from San Antonio, Texas. She was mentored by Nyesha Arrington.
She was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 6 after her rib eye dish was voted to be the worst dish due to the spicy sauce and undercooked carrots.
After Next Level Chef, Amber is a Private Chef, Account Director at Vereigen Media, offers private dining experiences and personalised videos on Cameo.
Angie Ragan was a Home cook from Lubbock, Texas. She was mentored by Nyesha Arrington.
She was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 10 after her filet mignon dish did not land her in the final as the dish was undercooked and missing a starch component. She was praised for her calm under pressure.
After Next Level Chef, Angie is a Private Chef and Caterer. She also does pop up dining and pre-prepared meals.
Courtney Brown was a Private Chef from Cincinnati, Ohio. She was mentored by Richard Blais.
She was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 10 after her ribeye dish did not land her in the final as the dish was well seasoned and delicious but the gold was an afterthought. She was praised for her self awareness and skill.
After Next Level Chef, Courtney is a Private Chef and Baker for sports personalities. She also offers private dining experiences and cookies via mail.
Devonnie Black was a Home cook from Bronx, New York. She was mentored by Gordon Ramsay.
She was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 5 after her ahi tuna burger was the worst dish as the burger was too thick with not enough bread or sauce.
After Next Level Chef, Devonnie is currently looking for a job.
Gary Marandola was a Social media chef from Johnston, Rhode Island. He was mentored by Richard Blais.
He was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 2 after his pork dish was the worst dish as the dish lacked personality.
After Next Level Chef, Gary has continued to post on his successful YouTube channel. He also sells BBQ rubs and merch for his channel.
Jonathan Harrison was a Home cook from Columbiana, Alabama. He was mentored by Richard Blais.
He was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 7 after his shrimp and grits dish wasn't the top dish despite being branded as rustic and comforting.
After Next Level Chef, Jonathan is a social media chef and hosts pop up events.
Kenny Everett was a Professional chef from St Louis, Missouri. He was mentored by Gordon Ramsay.
He was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 10 after his duck dish failed to earn him a place in the final as it needed more seasoning. He was praised for his growth throughout the process.
After Next Level Chef, Kenny is a Private Chef.
Mariah Scott was a Professional chef from Santa Clara, California. She was mentored by Richard Blaise.
She was a Next Level Chef season 1 runner up with Reuel after her filet and fondant potatoes dish saw her lose to Pyet as the potatoes were slightly undercooked. Her chicken lollipops also received high praise.
After Next Level Chef, Mariah is a Personal chef and food blogger. She also hosts culinary events.
Pyet DeSpain was a Social media chef from Kansas City, Kansas. She was mentored by Nyesha Arrington.
She was the Next Level Chef Season 1 winner after her lamb with fingerling potatoes dish was loved by the mentors. Her empanadas also received high praise but her fish dish was lacking something.
After Next Level Chef, Pyet is a Private Chef and blogger.
Reuel Vincent was a Professional chef from Trinidad and Tobago. He was mentored by Gordon Ramsay.
He was a Next Level Chef season 1 runner up with Mariah after his rib cap dish with pomme souffles saw him lose to Pyet as it needed more seasoning. His fish dish was praised as the best of the three finalists but his appetiser was deemed the worst.
After Next Level Chef, Reuel is Executive Chef at ASPIRE, located in One World Observatory.
Roice Bethel was a Social media chef from Corona, California. He was mentored by Gordon Ramsay.
He was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 3 after his thai shrimp dish was the worst dish as it was slightly overcooked.
After Next Level Chef, Roice has continued to be active on social media, including Instagram and TikTok.
Sergio Steele was a Professional chef from Trinidad and Tobago. He was mentored by Nyesha Arrington.
He was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 4 after his chicken and sage dish was the worst dish due to the overpowering sage and pureed potatoes.
After Next Level Chef, Sergio offers Celebrity Private Chef and Catering services.
Tricia Wang was a Social media chef from China. She was mentored by Gordon Ramsay.
She was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 9 after her rolled egg dish was the worst dish due to the raw chicken thigh in the dipping sauce.
After Next Level Chef, Tricia cooks on Twitch and has been travelling.
Zach Adams was a Professional chef from Manila, Philippines. He was mentored by Nyesha Arrington.
He was eliminated in Next Level Chef season 1 episode 7 after his shrimp and brandy dish had depth to the sauce but the shrimp was overcooked.
After Next Level Chef, Zach is Sous Chef at Lupi & Iris.
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I think the finalists all did well, but considering that Mariah had more “Wins” and “Safes” than all contestants, it seems only fair that she should have been the winner. And unlike some, I would NEVER want ANY meat that is red or bloody, especially lamb. I still enjoyed watching the show and learning. They all cooked better than me. Congrats to all.
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