Thirteen chefs stepped into the kitchen on the third night of “Next Level Chef” Season 5, but only 12 emerged victorious. A tense cooking showdown ended in heartbreak for one competitor, who was sent home.

Season 5 of “Next Level Chef” launches on Thursday, January 29, inviting chefs into a multi-level cooking arena that tests their creativity under immense pressure. Audiences can catch all the action for free, witnessing who will rise as the food world’s newest superstar.