The Slammin' Salmon 2009

Cleon’s Debt to the Yakuza

Cleon Salmon, once a celebrated Heavyweight Champion, finds himself in a precarious financial situation, owing $20,000 to the Japanese Yakuza. To save himself from disaster, he devises a bold plan that would change the dynamics of his restaurant staff.

The Challenge Announced

Cleon announces a high-stakes competition at his seafood restaurant, The Slammin’ Salmon, where the waitstaff must exceed previous sales records. The promised reward for the top performer is $10,000 in cash, while those who fail face Cleon’s brutal punishment.

Mia’s Accident

Mia, a self-assured ballerina, suffers a scalding accident from boiling soup that severely injures her face. This unfortunate incident transforms her allure into a source of embarrassment, causing customers to avoid her table and affecting her sales.

Guy's Struggle

Waiter Guy faces a peculiar challenge when his primary customer, known as the Lone Diner, becomes engrossed in reading *War & Peace*. Unable to place an order, Guy’s aspirations for high sales take a hit, complicating his chances in the competition.

Connor’s Return

Former actor Connor unexpectedly returns to The Slammin’ Salmon, ready to serve the very cast he once worked with in a production. This ironic twist adds pressure to Connor as he navigates the memories of his past life in a comedic office.

Nuts’ Descent into Madness

Nuts, the subdued English teacher, struggles with multiple personality disorder and obsessive-compulsive tendencies. As the competition heightens and he neglects his medication, he begins to spiral into a chaotic mental state, further complicating his performance.

Tara’s Disappointment

Tara, the level-headed medical student, faces a significant setback when she receives an incredibly demoralizing 0% tip on her largest bill. This disappointing moment shakes her confidence and ability to cope with the competitive atmosphere.

Rich Swallows the Ring

Manager Rich inadvertently swallows an engagement ring belonging to a famous celebrity amidst the craziness in the restaurant. This blunder coincides with an impending public proposal that could have escalating consequences.

Donnie's Rookie Struggles

New rookie busboy Donnie finds himself two hours behind the sales targets as the competition intensifies. With the threat of a savage beatdown looming from Cleon, Donnie faces immense pressure to catch up and prove his worth.

Intensifying Atmosphere

As the competition progresses, the atmosphere within The Slammin’ Salmon grows increasingly tense. Cleon begins altering the rules of the challenge unpredictably, further heightening the stakes for the beleaguered waitstaff.

Sabotage and Bribery

Driven by greed and desperation, the waiters resort to sabotage and bribery to gain an upper hand in the sales competition. The sense of camaraderie among them crumbles as distrust takes root amidst the chaotic environment.