: Unlike the later US version where Ramsay alone decides who leaves, the UK version used a public vote similar to Big Brother to determine eliminations .
In the premiere of the original , which aired on May 23, 2004 , Gordon Ramsay attempts to turn ten celebrities into professional-grade chefs in a specially built London restaurant . This series laid the groundwork for the more aggressive American format, but stood out for its live nightly broadcasts and a cast of familiar UK figures . Episode Overview: Day 1 Day 01Hell's Kitchen (UK) : Season 1 Episode 1
: This season included one of the series' most infamous confrontations where actress Amanda Barrie became so irate that she repeatedly tried to hit Ramsay . : Unlike the later US version where Ramsay
: Conflict began immediately between Ramsay and the celebrity contestants, notably with Edwina Currie , who Ramsay frequently sparred with over her background and attitude in the kitchen . Key Series 1 Details Presenter : The show was hosted by Angus Deayton . Episode Overview: Day 1 : This season included
You can find more detail on the original episode through the Hell's Kitchen Wiki or browse the full credits of the debut season on IMDb .