Chef Hatchet and Chris

The Chef Hatchet-Chris Relationship is the debatable and possibly one-sided romantic relationship between Chris McLean and Chef Hatchet. This was mostly defined as a friendship, but, more on Chris's side, actions have been seen to turn this into a relationship.

"I don't get paid enough for this man"

- Chef Hatchet

Camp Castaways
Chris and Chef sip tea and converse about the current condition of the campers. When Chris shows slight worry for them, Chef scoops him in his arms and rocks him like a baby, claiming he's "One dedicated host" and "an inspiration". Chris seems to enjoy his hug.

The campers arrive at Chris and Chef's secret location unexpectedly, and scare Chef, who jumps into Chris's arms. After it begins to rain, Chris and Chef hop into their trailer, refusing to let the other four campers in (even though Chris states that there is enough room).

The Aftermath: I
During the webcam segment of the show, Chris is the next guest (though disguised as a Yeti), and while he is complaining about how Geoff and Bridgette get to host their own show, Chef interrupts off screen yelling, "Yo Chris! If I wanted to take a hot tub by myself..", implying that Chris and Chef were about to get in a hot tub together. Chef then trails off, realizing that Chris is on the webcam while Chris smiles on, embarrassed.

The Chefshank Redemption
While the castmates are digging their way to the finish line, Chris and Chef are watching from the sidelines. While watching, Chris attempts to strike up smalltalk with Chef, which Chef does not participate in. Chris then asks if Chef is doing anything after work, intending to ask Chef to watch a movie with him, but immediately stops once he gets a shocked look from Chef. Chris then backs off of the topic.