Carmy, a young fine-dining chef, comes home to Chicago to run his family sandwich shop. As he fights to transform the shop and himself, he works alongside a rough-around-the-edges crew that ultimately reveal themselves as his chosen family.
System
Carmy attempts to retrain the employees of The Original Beef of Chicagoland, but is faced with resistance; in need of back-up, he brings on a talented young chef to help.
Hands
A surprise health inspection reveals the cracks in the restaurant's foundation. Carmy goes head-to-head with Richie.
Brigade
Carmy attends Al-Anon. Sydney struggles to gain the respect of the staff.
Dogs
Carmy and Richie cater a kid's birthday party. Tina and Sydney work together while Marcus makes donuts.
Sheridan
Things go wrong in the kitchen. Sydney finds solutions.
Ceres
Richie notices the neighborhood is changing. Sugar and Carmy clean up the office.
Review
A bad day in the kitchen causes tensions to rise.
Braciole
Things get out of control. Carmy is faced with a decision.