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Peterbrooke Chocolatier

Chocolates, candy, gelato, frozen yogurt, baked goods
Investment
$298,200
Initial Franchise Fee
$25,000
Units
24
Growth Rate
-4%

Overview

Industry
Food
Founded
1983
Franchising Since
2006
Parent Company
Peterbrooke Franchising USA LLC
Leadership
Jeffery Smith, COO
# of Employees at HQ
30

Units and Growth Chart

About Peterbrooke Chocolatier

Peterbrooke Chocolatier was established in 1983 to bring the art of European chocolate to the United States. Peterbrooke Chocolatier prides itself as “Your Neighborhood Chocolatier,” offering a wide range of European-style handcrafted chocolates. 

Peterbrooke Chocolatier has successfully converted the art of European chocolate creation into a truly American experience. Peterbrooke Chocolatier has been franchising since 2006. With at least 25 franchise and company-owned units distributed across the country. Peterbrooke Chocolatier is looking to expand not just in the U.S. but worldwide. 

Why You May Want to Start a Peterbrooke Chocolatier Franchise

If you consider yourself a chocolate connoisseur and wish to make a business out of it, then Peterbrooke Chocolatier is undoubtedly one of your best options. Franchisees who have a good work ethic, determination, and love new opportunities are also more than likely to make the franchise thrive. 

Franchisees don’t necessarily need prior experience in the food industry, though previous marketing, small company ownership, or management expertise is always beneficial. Franchisees are responsible for hiring and training staff and coordinating business operations.

Investing in the Peterbrooke Chocolatier franchise should give you a more predictable outcome than investing in a completely new brand that may struggle to thrive in an already crowded and competitive industry. Having said that, how much profit you’ll make ultimately depends on local demand.

What Might Make a Peterbrooke Chocolatier Franchise a Good Choice?

Peterbrooke Chocolatier has been ranked in Entrepreneur’s Top Food Franchises in the Candy category. This ranking is based on costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.

Peterbrooke Chocolatier provides a multi-revenue-stream business model that could offer a unique confectionery shop experience while maximizing earnings. While retail opportunities are restricted to sales within the shop, a Peterbrooke Chocolatier franchise may have other revenue streams such as:

  • Corporate sales

  • Client gifting

  • Web sales

  • In-store events

  • Holidays

  • Community events

  • Charity events

To be part of the Peterbrooke Chocolatier team, you should make sure you’re financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company’s set net worth and liquid capital requirements. 

How To Open a Peterbrooke Chocolatier Franchise

As you decide if opening a Peterbrooke Chocolatier franchise is the right move for you, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if a Peterbrooke Chocolatier franchise would do well in your community and align with your own values. 

You may want to speak to existing franchisees and ask the Peterbrooke Chocolatier franchising team questions as part of your due diligence. 

If awarded a franchise, franchisees could receive a great deal of support from the Peterbrooke Chocolatier brand throughout the franchising process. Franchisees may have the option to open multiple units or focus on one unit and grow as their location grows. Peterbrooke Chocolatier offers exclusive territories that will protect you from other franchisees opening up a store too close to yours. Franchisees will work with a Peterbrooke Chocolatier construction coordinator to ensure that each location matches the correct style and customer expectations. 

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee
$25,000
Initial Investment
$298,200 - $444,350
Net Worth Requirement
Cash Requirement
Royalty Fee
6%
Ad Royalty Fee
3%
Technology Fee
0
Term of Agreement
10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable?
Yes
Financing
Third Party
Veterans Incentive
20% off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

United States

States

Alabama Florida Georgia North Carolina South Carolina Tennessee Texas
International

Continents

South America Mexico

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training
204 hours
Classroom Training
39 hours

Ongoing Support

Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
Site Selection

Marketing Support

Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
Regional Advertising
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed?
Yes
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
No
Can this franchise be run part time?
Yes
# of employees required to run
N/A
Are exclusive territories available?
Yes

Ranking History

Peterbrooke Chocolatier performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

No data available at this time.

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Updated: December 12th, 2022