After having a chaotic and unfocused trip to Flavortown Market his first time, the ever-eclectic Chase is determined to make the best of his second chance. Driven by causes very close to his heart, Chase plans to give potential earnings to foundations supporting multiple sclerosis and autism.

This Ethiopian-born chef is no stranger to challenges, having fled his native country, traveling on foot for three weeks. As he says, "I'm a very determined individual." Eskender is ready to redeem himself after his overcooked duck was the reason he was sent home the first time. He hopes to win money to donate to his San Francisco community.

Redemption has been Jodie's theme the entire year. After making a bad business decision, Jodie lost her business, and she is fighting to get her work back on track. She's returned to Triple G to prove that the undercooked rice she plated the last time was a mistake, and she wants to get back on top, where she belongs.

This peppy mother of two — and bed-and-breakfast owner — from Amish country is back to redeem herself after her use of canned cherries hit a sour note with the judges. Sweet as pie and eternally optimistic, Lee Ann is ready to roll up her sleeves and earn some cash for her son's education.