Josie Burkhardt

The competition kicks off with each cooking his or her famous flavors atop chicken and a signature side; chef Tim Love is on board to judge the final plates.

The first round features a hot dog challenge; one chef gains a major advantage in the stuffed burger elimination round.

The barbecue arena is transformed into a Polynesian paradise; the chefs are challenged to make the perfect luau pork dish with a tropical fruit side; barbecue pro Danielle Bennett judges the results.

A real-deal pit master event goes into full swing as the final three junior chefs enter the BBQ area, but only one will emerge as the first Kids BBQ Champion.

The final five chefs grill their blue ribbon-worthy foods in two barbecue rounds; in the first challenge the chefs make on-the-go fair food; pitmaster Adrian Davila, awards the blue ribbon to the best dessert.

The chefs are challenged with creating meals worthy of a starving cowboy; special judge and grilling cowboy, chef Kent Rollins, helps judge the results.