The Next Food Network Star

Find out which contestant will win their own Food Network show

The Finalist

Aaron McCargo, Jr.

Aaron is a family man who loves all things buttered and barbecued. Aaron got his start cooking in a local hospital at 13 and is the Executive Catering Chef for Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Married with three kids, Aaron brings an easygoing presence to the kitchen with his warm smile and passion for down to earth cooking.

Age: 36

Hometown: Camden, N.J.

Occupation: Chef

Favorite food: Buffalo wings

Food/ingredient you won't go near: Venison

Why you should be The Next Food Network Star:

I have a real and unique personality and delivery on food. I have a more down-to-earth way of cooking.