Our Advantage
Franchise Information
The Meat House is growing! Through the continuous sale of franchise area development agreements to completely committed, totally passionate entrepreneurs and seasoned, multi-unit operators, we have dramatically increased our franchise market penetration. This combined with the business model of maintaining at least 20 percent corporate footprint on a national basis sets the brand up for substantive uninterrupted growth. The Meat House does not sell single-unit franchises, so it is not possible to open just one location. Rather, we have chosen to expand by selling area development agreements that require the franchise developer to open a minimum number of locations, typically 4-8 stores in a period of 4 years.
Unique agreements with a 10-24 store footprint are available to multi-unit operators and groups who have demonstrated excellence in regional markets. The program structure is designed to accelerate market economics to scale unit growth as well as brand development.
Qualification Criteria
This is a unique opportunity for qualified partners to get in on the ground floor of a currently untapped segment of the $70+ billion retail meat market. Individuals or partnerships must meet these criteria to gain consideration for a Meat House franchise:
- Experience as a multi-unit restaurant or franchised brand operator with a minimum 4 unit business
- Recognition as a top restaurant operator or multi-unit franchise developer
- Minimum financial net worth of $1.5 million and liquidity of $500,000
- Infrastructure and resources to handle a typical development agreement commitment of 4-8 units
- Knowledge of real estate and trade areas in development territory
- Operating partner must live in the territory under development
- Ability to obtain a liquor license
- Must have enthusiasm, drive, and passion for the service industry
- Total commitment to developing and protecting The Meat House brand
- Cultural fit and a passion for excellence
Basic Fees and Costs
- Franchise Fee: $50,000 per store, of which we re-invest 60-80% back in your training
- 4% Royalty and 3% marketing fee
- $498,800 - $705,300 +/- to open 3500 square foot location - including franchise fees
Franchisor Support
We have perfected the right combination of talent, products, store size, location, sound operating principles and business culture to offer this unique franchise opportunity. Our franchise support model is founded on the third Meat House principle: providing unparalleled customer service that leaves a lasting impression. As a Meat House Area Developer, you will receive unrivaled support through all phases of your business.
It is our commitment to support each franchisee throughout a long, mutually beneficial partnership, from inception through success in the following key areas:
- Site Selection, Demographic Analysis, Site Review and Approval – for each location
- Project Management and Construction Facilitation – plan development, equipment purchasing
- Talent Sourcing – seeding talent from The Meat House system or finding industry leaders
- In Depth, Intensive 5-Week Training Pre-Opening
- Field Operational Support Post-Opening – immediate and ongoing
- Product Purchasing Through a National Vendor Network – support of local sourcing of artisans
- Best-of-Breed Marketing Strategies to Drive Brand Awareness and Sales
- Extranet-Based Video and Manual Resources for Ongoing Support – accessed online
Why is The Meat House different?
- It is the first-of-its kind franchise investment opportunity in the $70 billion retail meat market; there is currently no organized competitive set
- Our diverse core product offering of premium, all natural and organic meats and chicken have an immediate and lasting appeal to middle to upper income families
- Relationship driven leadership
- Community driven marketing
- Less expensive real estate, secondary and tertiary locations preferred
- Low build out cost, short build out time
- Family friendly lifestyle for owner/operators – hours of 9am-7pm, 7 days a week
- Long product shelf life
- Small staff and low labor cost
