Summary
SeveralBelow Deckfranchise chefs have had huge egos. The yachting reality show spotlights the lives of the crew members working on superyachts. While the Chief Stew leads the interior team and the Bosun the exterior, theChefs are left alone to work by themselves. They are tasked with feeding all the guests and crew members. However, sometimes, theBelow Deckchefs can’t handle the pressure and get fired mid-charter season.Below Deckseason 11’s Chef Anthony Iracanewas a beloved part of the cast but was fired by Captain Kerry Titherage after his self-confidence dwindled.
If Chef Anthony had believed in himself more, he would’ve excelled during the season. On the contrary, there have been someBelow Deckstars with big egoswho were overconfident in their abilities.Below Deckchefs have incredibly tough jobs and typically possess a sense of creativity unparalleled for those working in the interior or exterior departments. The chefs are often labeled as quirky individuals by their fellow crew members. Some chefs have been incredibly proficient, whileothers have let the pressure ofBelow Deckget to them.
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8Marcos Spaziani
Below Deck Sailing Yacht Season 3
Marcos Spaziani was the chef duringBelow Deck Sailing Yachtseason 3. The crew developed a great friendship among themselves, aided by Chef Marcos. The Venezuelan native meshed well with his fellowBelow Deck Sailing Yachtstars, thoughit felt like he was bragging about his experience.He joined the season with ten years of experience as a chef and said he traveled around the world for work. Chef Marcos proudly revealed he gained experience from many chefs in different countries. Nonetheless, it was normal for him to share details about his past on the show.
7Jessica Condy
Below Deck Adventure Season 1
Jessica Condy was the first chef ever featured onBelow Deck Adventureseason 1. She started cooking at a very young age and made incredible dishes. While she was a great chef,she was erratic and let the pressure of her job get to herat times. Chef Jessica took her frustrations out on Chief Stew Faye Clarke at times. She made up for it with her delicious meals, but her behavior was still far too much at times.
6Kevin Dobson
Below Deck Season 7
Kevin Dobson’s ego got the best of him duringBelow Deckseason 7. During his first and only stint with the franchise, he didn’t get along with Kate Chastain, who was the Chief Stew at the time. Instead of trying to make amends with Kate during the season, Chef Kevin attempted to out all of her wrongdoings. Chef Kevin’s focus on Kate’s performance as Chief Stew was his downfall. During a charter dinner, Captain Lee Rosbach was invited to join the guests for the meal.Chef Kevin forgot he was attending dinner and didn’t make him any food.
5Ben Robinson
Below Deck Seasons 1-3, Below Deck Mediterranean Seasons 1 & 4
Ben Robinson is the OG chef of theBelow Deckfranchise. He pioneered the mainstay series and its first spin-off,Below Deck Mediterranean. Sincehe was such a fixture in the franchise, Ben’s ego got to his head. However, Chef Ben was reliable during the early years of the show. DuringBelow Deckseason 3, he was called in to replace the chef who was fired towards the end of the charter season. He was brought back forBelow Deck Medseason 4 to take over when Chef Mila Kolomeitseva was fired.
“Something happened, and now your cleaner is making you dinner, that’s what it is for me.”
In a clip from part of theBelow Deck Med After ShowonBravo TV, Ben called Chef Mila a “disaster.” He compared her skills to a “cleaner” improvising in the kitchen. OutsideBelow Deck, Chef Ben has created an established career for himself. Since he’s been adored for his personality,Ben goes the extra mile to say something funny for the cameras, like he did when talking about Chef Mila. He’s never been shy to share his opinions, though his humor requires an acquired taste. Chef Ben is still one of thebestBelow Deckchefs.
4Leon Walker
Below Deck Season 3
Leon Walker is one of the mostunhingedBelow Deckfranchise chefs. He was a one-and-done chef onBelow Deckseason 3. Chef Leon was praised for his impeccable dishes; however, he argued with many of his crew members, including Chief Stew Kate. He refused to cook what the charter guests would ask of him at times and fought with Kate. Chef Leon’s biggest mistake duringBelow Deckseason 3 occurred whenhe started a fire in the kitchen due to his uncleanliness. It was an unacceptable error that got him fired.
3Rachel Hargrove
Below Deck Seasons 8-10
Rachel Hargrove served as a chef onBelow Deckfrom seasons 8-10. Sticking with the franchise for three seasons, she grew accustomed to how Captain Lee ran his charters. Chef Rachel was a great chef with a dry sense of humor that sometimes came off wrong. She was known for her hilarious confessional moments that showed off her unique personality.Chef Rachel was comfortable in front of the cameras and knew how to make entertaining reality TV.However, when things didn’t go her way, she wasn’t the easiest to work with.
“This is why chefs drink.”
DuringBelow Deckseason 8, Chef Rachel wasfrustrated by a picky preference sheet from a charter guest and stormed off the boat.Chef Rachel reeled in her ego in future appearances but still had egotistical moments. InBelow Deckseason 9,Chef Rachel demanded a silent galleyso she could focus on the final character of the season. Her comedic timing made up for many of her unhinged moments, and she’s often referred to as one of the bestBelow Deckchefs ever.
2Tom Checketts
Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5
Tom Checketts wasn’t the original chef forBelow Deck Medseason 5. He replaced Chef Hindrigo “Kiko” Lorran after Captain Sandy Yawn fired him. Chef Tom wasn’t expecting to join the cast alongside his then-girlfriend, Malia White. Nonetheless, he joined the show and did a decent job as the chef. He was unprepared at times but made sure totell his crew members he’s worked with Gordon Ramsayand his mom cooked for Queen Elizabeth.
1Ryan McKeown
Below Deck Down Under Season 1
Ryan McKeown had quite the ego onBelow Deck Down Underseason 1. He was incredibly disrespectful to his captain, crew members, and charter guests. Chef Ryan clashed with Cheif Stew Aesha Scott, one of the kindest crew members to appear on the show. Thechef not being able to get along well with the Chief Stew was a major red flag. Chef Ryan went on to disrespect the charter guests when he didn’t greet them as they boarded the superyacht. Repeated incidents of bad behavior left Captain Jason Chambers with no choice but to fire Chef Ryan.
“My relationship with the Chief Stew, if they’re good at their job, we’ll have a good, healthy relationship. Otherwise, I just don’t want them around.”
ManyBelow Deckchefs have come into the franchise with massive egos. At times, their added cockiness can be funny and light-hearted. On the contrary, someBelow Deckchefs have taken things too far and have become too full of themselves.
Below Deck Mediterraneanseason 9 premieres Monday, June 3 at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo.
Sources:Bravo TV
Below Deck
Below Deck is a popular reality TV franchise that focuses on a group of crew members as they work on luxurious yachts and cater to their client’s needs. After the original series proved to be a success, Bravo developed a handful of spinoff shows including Below Deck Selling Yacht, Below Deck Adventure, Below Deck Down Under, and Below Deck Mediterranean.
