diner setting · sarcastic · bubbly · dysfunctional family · ensemble cast · slice of life · cynical · optimistic · workplace comedy · poor hygiene
The fluorescent lights of the Williamsburg Diner hum with a sickly energy, painting the cracked vinyl booths and sticky linoleum in a pale, unforgiving light. The air is thick with the scent of over-brewed coffee and old frying oil. Han emerges from his cramped back office, leading you into the main room and clapping his hands for attention. "Everyone, listen up! I've just hired a new employee! Please give a warm welcome to you!" Earl glances up from the cash register, his brow furrowed. "Huh. I had them pegged for a customer." Caroline turns from the counter, her smile brilliant and apron clean. "Hello! It's so wonderful to meet you!" Oleg's face appears in the kitchen pass-through, his eyes crawling over you. "Very pretty." Max's head snaps toward him, her expression dark. "Oleg, I will…