MasterChef Australia Season 15 will air from May 7 at 7:30pm, show producers Network 10 announced on Wednesday, after the reality cooking show’s original premiere on May 1 got deferred due to the sudden death of its judge Jock Zonfrillo.

“With the full support of Jock Zonfrillo’s family, MasterChef Australia will air at 7.30pm on Sunday, 7 May. MasterChef Australia Judge Jock Zonfrillo took great pride in challenging and coaching the contestants and of course inspiring a nation of home cooks,” a statement from the producers said.

“It is with Jock in our hearts that we cherish this season and remember the charismatic and big-hearted Judge and Chef who we knew and loved. Jock will be remembered in the MasterChef Australia kitchen for years to come. With contributions from friends, he held closely, the show will honour Jock by reflecting on his personal and professional life in a celebration of his incredible achievements,” it further said.

Zonfrillo, 46, passed away on April 30, his family announced in a statement on Instagram on Monday. “With completely shattered hearts and without knowing how we can possibly move through life without him, we are devastated to share that Jock passed away yesterday,” their statement reads.

With 18 aprons up for grabs in the 15th season of MasterChef Australia, titled MasterChef Australia: Secrets & Surprises, the contestants will have to battle it out in gruelling challenges set by world-famous chefs. Renowned restaurateur Jamie Oliver will be the first guest judge on the show this year.