Gordon and Nicole Rutz in “Episode Two”

Okay. When I think of the choices that I have tonight, standing in front of me, I think there's one person who has shown me no passion, no fightback, no leadership. The person leaving Hell's Kitchen is... [points behind the nominated chefs] Nicole. You've got to get out, immediately. [Nicole hands her jacket over to Chef Ramsay] Good night. [Nicole walks toward the exit without saying anything] Good night.

(under her breath) Yeah, good night, asshole. (voiceover, as she flips the camera off on the way out) I'm not going to cry like a little bitch. I don't give two flying fucks what he thinks and what he says. He can kiss my big, fat ass. (blows a kiss) Bye, Chef Ramsay.