As the mysterious grifter settles into his role as the new chef at the estate, he begins to charm and manipulate the other staff members, including the obedient butler, the enigmatic housekeeper, and the inexperienced gardener. He slowly gains their trust and loyalty, convincing them that they deserve better treatment and pay from the wealthy family who owns the estate.
When a deadly plague descends on the island, isolating the mansion from the outside world, tensions rise among the staff as they grow increasingly dissatisfied with their living conditions and the lack of resources to protect themselves. The cook seizes this opportunity to incite a rebellion, convincing his fellow staff members to band together and take control of the estate.
As the staff members stage a coup against the wealthy family, they face challenges from both within and outside the mansion. Loyalties are tested, secrets are revealed, and the cook's true motives become clear as the staff members fight for their freedom and independence. In the end, they must decide if the ends justify the means and if they are willing to pay the ultimate price for their newfound power.