Who is Chef Ben Robinson from Below Deck Down Under 4?
Chef Ben Robinson is a British-American chef with over 15 years of experience, best known for his role as the executive chef on Bravo’s Below Deck franchise. He has worked on the world’s largest sailing yacht, Athena, and currently resides in South Florida, where he runs a successful private catering business. He is a returning member on Below Deck Down Under Season 4, where he is appearing alongside longtime friend Kate Chastain.
How old is Chef Ben Robinson?
Robinson was born on December 30, 1980, in Oxford, England, United Kingdom, making him 45 years old as of 2026. He always celebrates his birthday on December 30 every year, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn.
Personal Information Summary
| Real Name | Benjamin Robinson |
| Gender Identity | Male |
| Date of Birth | December 30, 1980 |
| Age | 45 years old as of 2026 |
| Birth Place | Oxford, England, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Nationality | British-American |
| Ethnicity | Caucasian |
| Net Worth | Estimated to range between $1 million and $ 5 million |
| Occupation | Chef, Reality TV Personality |
| Reality TV Appearance | Below Deck (Seasons 1–4), Below Deck Mediterranean (Seasons 1 & 4), Below Deck Down Under (Season 4, 2026), Galley Talk |
| Social Media |
Early Life and Education
Chef Ben Robinson, the son of British novelist and columnist Patrick Robinson was born in Oxford, England. His father is a well-known British novelist and columnist, recognized for writing military and naval thrillers such as Nimitz Class and Kilo Class. Details about his mother and whether he has siblings haven’t been publicly disclosed, so little is known about his family background.
When his parents moved to the United States, Ben attended boarding school in England, and his passion for food led him to pursue formal culinary training. Occasionally, he studied under Italian master chefs in Florence, where he gained an apprenticeship at The Fat Duck, a world-renowned three-Michelin-starred restaurant in the UK led by chef Heston Blumenthal. Beyond Below Deck, Chef Ben Robinson has been a head chef on yachts for over ten years, including the largest sailing yacht in the world, Athena, and is a Certified Health Coach. He resides in South Florida, where he runs a successful catering business that provides bespoke dining experiences across the United States.
| Parent’s name | Father: Patrick Robinson Mother: Mrs Robinson |
| Siblings | Information not available |
Chef Ben Robinson’s Girlfriend
As of March 2026, Chef Ben Robinson from Below Deck Season 4 is in a new relationship. He recently confirmed on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen that he has a girlfriend. This update comes after a cancelled wedding that had left him single for a period. However, he has chosen not to disclose details about his girlfriend’s identity, but has described his new partner as his “better half,” while emphasizing that he’s “very happy right now.
| Relationship Status | In a relationship |
| Partner | Information not available |
| Children | No children as of 2026 |
Chef Ben Robinson and Kiara Cabral
Ben was previously engaged to Kiara Cabral, but their relationship ended before marriage. The couple began dating in 2020, and by 2023, Ben proposed and began planning what was expected to be a grand wedding. The ceremony was scheduled for 2024, and Ben revealed that the wedding preparations cost around $50,000. However, in September 2024, Ben announced on social media that he and Kiara had decided to part ways and, as a result, had to call off the wedding, describing his decision as the best for both of them. All this happened during the filming of Below Deck Under Season 4, and Ben emotionally revealed that the breakup was due to personal differences and the realization that marriage wasn’t right for them at that time.
What does Chef Ben Robinson do to earn a living?
Chef Ben Robinson earns his living primarily as a professional chef (runs a private catering business in Florida), reality TV personality (his appearances on Bravo’s Below Deck franchise), and entrepreneur. As a professional Culinary consultant, he leverages his expertise to consult for restaurants and private kitchens and offers private cooking classes and culinary workshops.
Chef Ben Robinson on Below Deck Down Under Season 4
Robinson became a household name as the executive chef on Bravo’s Below Deck and Below Deck Mediterranean in Below Deck Season 1 (2013). He continued in Below Deck Season 2 (2014) and returned for part of Season 3 (episodes 10–13), but eventually retired from full-time yacht work after Below Deck Mediterranean Season 4. After a seven-year absence from the media spotlight, Robinson returned to the franchise in Below Deck Down Under Season 4, where he is appearing alongside longtime friend Kate Chastain. Beyond Below Deck, Chef Ben appeared on The Food Network and delivered multiple demonstrations on the Food Network Kitchen App.
All I need to know about Below Deck Down Under Season 4
Below Deck Down Under Season 4 premiered on February 2, 2026, bringing Captain Jason Chambers and his crew to the ultra-exclusive Caribbean island of Canouan. The island is located in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It is known for white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and billionaire-level luxury, making it one of the most exclusive destinations in the franchise’s history. Season 4 features some of the most challenging guests in franchise history as the full cast of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City joins for a crossover reality TV event. Episode 1 of Below Deck Down Under Season 4 premiered on Monday, Feb. 2 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Bravo, and new episodes have been airing on Bravo every Monday, and stream on Peacock the very next day.
The season features a return of familiar faces and an introduction of new cast members, including;
- Captain Jason Chambers
- Chief Stew Daisy Kelliher
- Sous Chef Alesia Harris
- Sous-Chef Elena Dubaich
- Stew Jenna Woudberg
- Deckhand Eddy Hounsell
- Deckhand Betul Yazici
- Stew Joe Caron
- Second Officer João Franco
- Stew Mike Durrant
How Tall is Chef Ben Robinson?
Ben is approximately 6 feet 1 inches tall, equaling 1.86 meters.
Chef Ben Robinson Net Worth
Ben’s net worth is estimated to range from $1 million to $5 million. This wealth is primarily from his career as a private chef, reality TV star on Below Deck, and his catering and entrepreneurial ventures
Social Media
Ben is gaining popularity on social media, particularly on Instagram, where he has about 1 million followers (@benstogram). You can also follow him on his Twitter account @BenRobinsonChef, where he has over 140k followers.