Open Call Auditions for Kids for “Masterchef Junior” NationwideThe FOX television series MasterChef Junior is gearing up for their open call auditions that will be held in several cities. Casting directors are on the hunt to find the next adorable cast of young budding chefs who are between the ages of 7 and 13 years old. The past winner of their show walked away with $100,000, this year it could be you!About “MasterChef Junior” The hit culinary competition series Masterchef Junior gives talented kids between the ages of eight and 13 the chance to showcase their culinary abilities and passion for food through a series of delicious challenges.Host and award-winning chef Gordon Ramsay is joined by restaurateur and wine expert Joe Bastianich (Del Posto, Eataly) and acclaimed chef Graham Elliot (Graham Elliot Bistro) on the show’s judging panel. Together, the celebrated food experts will coach and encourage the promising hopefuls to cook like a pro and teach them the tricks of the trade along the way. After a nationwide search, 16 of the best junior home cooks in the country will compete in the Masterchef Junior kitchen. They will face exciting challenges, including a mystery box, a three-legged race and the fan-favorite restaurant takeover, until one talented kid is named America’s newest Masterchef Junior, receiving a $100,000 prize. [Facebook]What They Are Looking ForMasterchef Junior is on a nationwide search for talented kids between the ages of 8 – 13 who love to cook, from all types of backgrounds, and with a range of cooking styles to audition for MasterChef Junior. Whether your child enjoys cooking delightful desserts or hefty main courses, whether they cook fine French cuisine or prefer a great tasting burger, they want to hear from you. If cooking is your child’s passion, you cannot miss out on this opportunity.The casting team wants the kids to know they shouldn’t be intimidated by the skill level they see on the show because no one walks into their casting call cooking like a MasterChef! They are looking for passion and the potential to learn and blossom into the MasterChef inside each and every one of them!Young and Budding ChefsKids who love to cookBetween the ages of 7 and 13 years old (as of August 2017)How to ApplyThose who live in or near a city where open auditions are being held can attend the live auditions. If you plan to attend a live audition click here for more information and to pre-register.For those who are unable to attend an audition, click here for information on how to send in a video audition.Everyone must pre-register. For more information visit www.masterchefjuniorcasting.comThis is a fun event for friends and family to all try out together so bring your friends!OPEN CALLS WILL BE HELD IN THE FOLLOWING CITIES*:JUNE 25th. – New Orleans & ChicagoThe Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans 921 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70112Doubletree Chicago – Magnificent Mile 300 E Ohio St, Chicago, IL 60611July 9th. – Los Angeles & JacksonvilleLoews Hollywood Hotel 1755 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028Omni Jacksonville Hotel 245 Water St, Jacksonville, FL 32202July 16th – NYC & HoustonManhattan NYC – An Affinia Hotel 371 7th Ave, New York, NY 10001Houston – TBDFour Seasons Houston 1300 Lamar Street Houston, TX 77010* Cities are subject to change at Producer’s sole discretion
