After a successful launch of the Cheezed Blue Mountain location in Ontario, Canada, we are excited to announce that the Cheezed brand is now available to FRANCHISE!
Have an idea for a Cheezed location? Fill out the form below and someone from our Leadership Team will contact you to discuss the opportunity! Let’s get CHEEZED!
CHEEZED stands at the forefront of Canada’s quick-service, comfort food industry. Founded by Nick Kardos, Dan Kardos and Justin Beraldo in 2021 in The Blue Mountains, Ontario, CHEEZED delights customers with the highest quality unique grilled cheese sandwiches served in a modern and contemporary setting. We take pride in supporting our community and are committed to fostering inclusivity and diversity.
Our vision is to be the leading grilled cheese sandwich business in Canada, by delivering exceptional customer service and offering our franchise partners an unrivaled business opportunities within their local communities.
CHEEZED is offering qualified candidates single and multi unit franchise opportunities across Ontario and Canada. We are looking to partner with people who share our outlook on life and work, who can deliver true hospitality and can align with our vision.
We are offering a proven and successful business model and the ability to grow with us into both traditional and non-traditional locations. Our flexible retail positioning works for both urban and suburban territories, as well as more unique locations such as resorts, malls, stations and airports.
Our franchisees provide our unique grilled cheese sandwiches to take out, delivery, and casual eat-in customers. Our market has shown exceptional growth and our holistic and inclusive approach to business ensures that CHEEZED is a leader in our industry.
Your entire investment for a delivery & carry-out (DelCo), single territory franchise business starts at $295k all-in, including: franchise fee, all initial equipment, build-out costs, insurance, initial working capital, opening inventory, grand opening marketing budget, comprehensive training and a lot more. Our larger fast-casual model, with dedicated in-store seating and larger footprint, averages $460k.
Our on-going fees are very competitive including a 6% franchise royalty fee payable every month and based on the previous months’ sales revenue, together with 2% co-operative advertising fees.
Full details of all fees and investment schedules are itemized in our Franchise Disclosure Document.
CHEEZED is interested in partnering with individuals or groups who possess a high level of integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional customer service skills, a strong work ethic and believe in the strength of inclusivity and diversity. Previous retail, food, hospitality or quick service restaurant experience would be very beneficial. You may already own your own business, perhaps you are a budding entrepreneur, or maybe you are ready to make a move into being your own boss. Regardless of your walk-in-life, when you join Cheezed, you are becoming part of team. And as part of our team, you can count on our dedicated efforts and support.
Ideally, to be considered for a CHEEZED franchise you will need:
