Alex Belew

PROFESSIONAL CHEF

HOMETOWN: Murfreesboro, Tennessee

PHILANTHROPY: The Sheckler Foundation

INSTAGRAM: @alexbelew

Alex Belew is a chef, educator, fitness advocate, musician, and proud family man whose journey from his grandmother’s kitchen to national recognition is a testament to passion, perseverance, and purpose. Born and raised in Tennessee, Alex discovered his love for cooking at a young age, learning by his grandma’s side and falling in love with the way food brings people together. He turned that passion into a career, earning a Culinary Arts degree, sharpening his skills in commercial kitchens, and later opening his own restaurant; an award-winning venture grounded in integrity, flavor, and heart. After years in the industry, Alex pivoted toward education, teaching kids about nutrition and the power of food, before stepping into the spotlight as a contestant on Hell’s Kitchen. There, his discipline, creativity, and Southern charm led him all the way to victory, earning the coveted title of Head Chef at Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen restaurant in Caesars Atlantic City.

Achievements

  • Winner of Season 21 Hell’s Kitchen
  • “Fan favorite” at Chef’s Taste Challenge in New Orleans 2017
  • Won 2018 Charity Chopped in “Boro fundraising contest”
  • 1st at 2014 KC steak cookoff
  • Opened first restaurant in 2018 “Dallas and Jane” - voted best restaurant in Rutherford County by Eater Nashville and the local Firefly Awards

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Why We Like Alex Belew

Alex represents everything we love at melin; relentless work ethic, a deep sense of purpose, and a lifestyle that fuses passion with presence. What makes Alex stand out isn't just his culinary skills or his headline-grabbing win on Hell’s Kitchen; it’s the way he does it all with humility, heart, and a heavy dose of hustle.

He’s a husband and proud father of two boys, and lives out the values of balance and dedication in every aspect of his life. Whether he’s prepping five-star meals, staying fit through his rigorous workouts, or playing guitar and singing in his downtime, Alex lives with intention and fire. He wears many hats, literally and figuratively, and that's exactly why he's a perfect fit for melin. He stands for substance, style, and everyday greatness. He shows up as the same man in a chef coat, gym gear, or holding a guitar, and we’re proud to have him repping the brand.

Why We Like Alex Belew

Alex represents everything we love at melin; relentless work ethic, a deep sense of purpose, and a lifestyle that fuses passion with presence. What makes Alex stand out isn't just his culinary skills or his headline-grabbing win on Hell’s Kitchen; it’s the way he does it all with humility, heart, and a heavy dose of hustle.

He’s a husband and proud father of two boys, and lives out the values of balance and dedication in every aspect of his life. Whether he’s prepping five-star meals, staying fit through his rigorous workouts, or playing guitar and singing in his downtime, Alex lives with intention and fire. He wears many hats, literally and figuratively, and that's exactly why he's a perfect fit for melin. He stands for substance, style, and everyday greatness. He shows up as the same man in a chef coat, gym gear, or holding a guitar, and we’re proud to have him repping the brand.