Rock Harper, who is by far one of the most loved and talented chefs of all past contestants, came into Hell’s Kitchen season 3. For over 20 seasons, Hell’s Kitchen has been a hot ticket to insult town. Fox’s cooking competition series has consistently served talented and some not-so-talented chefs battling it out in the kitchen. However, each season is more than just cooking; it’s full of big personalities. So when the winner has been named, many are often left wondering, where are they now?
As an executive chef from Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia, and a culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University, Rock immediately took center stage as a chef to watch. He was friendly and fun and could easily motivate his teammates. His natural leadership skills stood out as he rose to meet every challenge that Hell’s Kitchen‘s Chef Gordan Ramsay delivered. His one shortcoming was his emotions which often got the best of him. His occasional outbursts in the kitchen led to many confrontations. Each time though, Rock made sure to reconcile with his fellow chefs. His level head and clear talents lead him to take home the $250,000 prize and the executive chef position at Terra Verde.
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Rock Has Worked At Several Restaurants Since Hell’s Kitchen Season 3
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Rock took the year contract at Terra Verde, and when his year contract was up, he moved on to an executive chef position at Ben’s Next Door. He’s since worked at several other restaurants and even became an instructor at Stratford University. In 2010 he published a book, 44Things Parents Should Know and Healthy Cooking for Kids. He’s also been the National Celebrity Chef for the March of Dimes since 2008. Currently, Rock, who was on Hell’s Kitchen like Heather West, is making some very delicious-looking fried chicken at Queen Mother’s in DC and agrees with the old adage, “Do what you love and you’ll NEVER work another day in your life!“
Rock Has Appeared On TV Since Hell’s Kitchen
Despite being incredibly busy doing what he loves, Rock didn’t stay away from TV. In 2013 he appeared on Chef Wanted with Anne Burrell. He won his season and was offered the executive chef position at The Precinct, a Cincinnati steakhouse, but declined the offer. He’s also returned to his Hell’s Kitchen home more than a time or two. In fact, Rock holds the record for most return visits out of all former contestants. He’s made repeat appearances on eight seasons of Hell’s Kitchen.
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Rock has been one of the most successful winners to come out of the show and clearly enjoys returning to the kitchen for some fun. The infamous Hell’s Kitchen season 19 took two years to come out, and showrunner Kenny Rosen has promised upcoming seasons will have some big twists and surprises in-store. Viewers can only hope that Rock will make another appearance on Hell’s Kitchen in the future.
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