In 'Ratatouille', what is the name of the young chef who partners with Remy?

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The young chef who partners with Remy in Ratatouille is Alfredo Linguini, the inexperienced garbage boy who becomes the human half of an extraordinary kitchen team.

Linguini begins work at Gusteau’s restaurant with almost no cooking ability. After he accidentally ruins a soup, Remy secretly improves it. Linguini catches the rat, but soon discovers that Remy understands him and has an exceptional sense of taste and smell. Remy then directs Linguini’s movements by pulling his hair while hiding beneath his chef’s toque, making the human appear to cook.

Their partnership helps restore the restaurant’s reputation, although Linguini initially receives credit for dishes Remy creates. Linguini is later revealed to be the son of the late chef Auguste Gusteau, making him the restaurant’s rightful heir. He also develops a romantic relationship with chef Colette Tatou.

Anton Ego is the demanding food critic, Skinner is the antagonistic chef, and Colette is Linguini’s mentor and eventual partner. The film ends with Linguini serving guests at La Ratatouille while Remy leads the kitchen.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Sept. 2026

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