by Jenifer Huston | Oct 17, 2019 | Blog
If you’re interested in finding a great restaurant franchise opportunity, don’t let your lack of experience in the industry prevent you from continuing your search. Franchises like The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill make it possible to open a thriving, popular hot spot even if you haven’t worked in the business before. Here’s a quick look at a few of the ways we make it possible for our franchisees to break into the restaurant industry without prior experience.
Find a Franchise That Takes Training Seriously
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is part of United Franchise Group (UFG), an award-winning company that represents numerous franchise brands. Their experience helping franchisees of all sorts has allowed us to build a comprehensive initial training program together. Using a combination of classroom and online instruction, our franchisees learn important skills like:
- Implementing a targeted marketing campaign
- Ordering food and preparing our menu
- Finding the right location and keeping it in great shape
- Managing a packed house efficiently
- Record keeping
- … and much more!
Because we invest so many resources into your initial training, it’s definitely possible to take advantage of our restaurant franchise opportunity even if you have little prior experience. This is made even simpler because of the fact that we’ve already established a time-tested business model – there’s no need for franchisees to reinvent the wheel with The Great Greek. If you’re willing to put in the time and effort to learn, we’re ready to prepare you for restaurant ownership.
Find a Popular Menu That Sells Itself
Before you commit to any restaurant franchise opportunity, it’s important to do your own research on industry trends in order to find a concept that will be in-demand in your area. One reason that The Great Greek historically performed well as a family business is that our menu is made from high-quality ingredients using time-tested methods. We bring innovative takes on traditional Mediterranean cuisine to the communities we serve – many of the dishes we offer can’t be found anywhere else. Furthermore, Mediterranean food is experiencing newfound popularity. Many people love that it’s flavorful without relying on fatty or processed ingredients. Having a great menu like ours to offer alleviates many of the stresses that go along with restaurant ownership.
Utilize Your Franchisor’s Support
Not all franchises offer the same level of support, but The Great Greek prides ourselves on being there for our franchisees after their doors have opened. Our strong supplier relationships help them to get great prices on the inventory they need to keep things running smoothly, and we’re always conducting research to identify new products and services that will resonate with our customers. We have a cache of marketing materials that are ready to be customized, making it easy for franchisees to generate a buzz about their restaurant within their community. And of course, we help franchisees maximize their performance by analyzing trends and providing them with one-on-one feedback to help them improve their operations.
Ready to learn more about our Mediterranean restaurant franchise opportunity? Contact us today for further information!
by Jenifer Huston | Sep 26, 2019 | Blog
For anyone considering entering the restaurant industry, starting a Mediterranean food franchise is the best decision you can make. We have our finger on the pulse of the restaurant industry, especially when it comes to the increasing trend of health-conscious and calorie-counting customers. Indeed, according to a recent U.S. News & World Report survey, Mediterranean cuisine is among the top healthiest diet trends for its plant-based foods and delicious olive oil. And we’re not just any Mediterranean food franchise.
To stand out in a crowded market, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill puts tremendous emphasis on delivering an appetizing meal. With a menu designed to please carnivores and vegetarians alike, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill offers a unique experience designed to cater to all demographics. We pride ourselves on bringing a variety of global flavors to local food lovers who value authentic ethnic cuisine. Known for its low-fat poultry, fish, and heart-healthy vegetables, Mediterranean dishes deliver a satisfying and healthy food experience.
This healthy balance gives us a competitive edge over other Mediterranean food franchises. From stuffed grape leaves filled with rice and fresh herbs to the classic Greek salad, diners will find themselves with a menu full of vegetables, lean meats, and Greek yogurt sauce. Additionally, the franchise caters to the entire family with affordable Family Meal Deals.
According to co-founders Nick Anthony Della Penna and Trent Jones, “There are some fads in the food industry, but Greek food isn’t a fad — it’s a lifestyle. People are recognizing it as a healthy alternative. Our made-to-order dishes are built on traditional ingredients and centuries-old family recipes handed down from generation to generation. It’s an amazing concept, and we produce an amazing product. We’re confident it will quickly become the worldwide leader in fast-casual Greek food.”
“People are looking for quality in the products,” explained Della Penna. “We pride ourselves on freshness and quality. A lot of people make those claims, but what we consider fresh is literally lettuce that’s chopped right before it hits your plate. ‘Fresh’ is when you put it on the grill and then take it off and put it on your plate… that’s fresh. The ‘make it in front of you’ thing is a convenience thing, not a fresh thing. We make it to order. That’s what makes us a little different.”
If you’re thinking of getting into the franchise restaurant industry, you should choose a franchise that appeals to a wide variety of customers, and has a balance of healthy and delicious menu items. That’s what makes the Great Greek Grill a premier Mediterranean food franchise.
To learn more about our Mediterranean food franchise opportunity, get in touch with our Franchise Development team.
by Jenifer Huston | Sep 15, 2019 | Blog
Opening a Mediterranean food franchise is a great way to go into business for yourself while capitalizing on an increasingly popular menu. It’s no secret that Mediterranean food is more popular than ever in the U.S., and for many good reasons. Here, we’ll review a few of the reasons why Mediterranean food is simply the best option for up and coming restaurateurs to offer.
Great Ingredients Stand Out
While other types of food sometimes rely on deep frying and extra cheese to enhance flavor, there’s often no need for this in Mediterranean cooking. At The Great Greek, our menu is characterized by natural (and delicious!) ingredients like rice, feta cheese, roasted red peppers, and freshly-baked pita bread. Because we derive our ingredients from the best sources, our customers can taste the difference between our Mediterranean food franchise and other restaurants.
In today’s culture, where many people value knowing exactly what’s in their food, our brand has already become a favorite in the communities we serve. As Business Insider observes: “Mediterranean and Middle Eastern foods are packed with flavorful spices and fresh veggies. The Mediterranean diet is said to be one of the healthiest diets because of its focus on vegetables, proteins, and whole grains.” Our menu, which features healthy ingredients like these without sacrificing taste, has already proven itself popular among our customers.
People Love Variety
The Great Greek further stands out because we’re a fast-casual restaurant, making it easy for customers to enjoy a great meal without a lengthy wait. For years, the fast-casual industry in the U.S. has been dominated by staples like pizza, or burgers and fries. The Great Greek represents a shift in this trend as more people want variety in their diet. Menu items like gyros and wraps, and ingredients like lamb aren’t widely offered by every fast-casual chain, and indeed for many customers these represent a change from their usual daily fare. For many communities, a Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant like ours is a totally unique concept.
There’s Plenty of Room for Fusion
It’s true that our Mediterranean food franchise is characterized by spices and flavors that are unique to many Western palettes. However, we recognize that fusing Mediterranean with classic American favorites is a great way to capture the interest of an even wider customer base. For instance, our Greek-inspired burgers are a favorite among many of our customers. We’re proud of our menu and we’ve found that just about everyone finds something they love among our offerings. We regularly conduct research and development to identify new items (like fusion dishes) that will surprise and delight our customers.
Indeed, one of the many benefits of franchising with The Great Greek is that you can rely on us to handle big picture tasks like this so that you can focus on the day-to-day operation of your restaurant. We show you the ropes from the ground up, from how to prepare our classic menu to finding the perfect location.
Ready to learn more about why now is a great time to open a Mediterranean food franchise? Contact us today.
by Jenifer Huston | Aug 29, 2019 | Blog
Starting a Great Greek Mediterranean Grill restaurant is one of the most important career decisions you will make. When you make that initial franchise investment, you will immediately begin to see the benefits of the new opportunity. Finally, you’ll be able to work in a supportive environment, have the professional freedom you’ve been looking for, and benefit from our extensive training and support programs. A Great Greek franchise provides a supportive environment in which you can explore your entrepreneurial dreams, and a franchise that truly allows you to connect with customers.
Family-Owned
One of the most unique aspects of the Great Greek franchise is that it’s entirely family owned. Franchisees immediately feel like members of our family. According to Great Greek co-owner Nick Anthony Della Penna, his family is “the whole reason I do this. If it was just for me, I’d be happy being back at the corporate job having a 401k and having a decent salary. Having two children makes it different. It’s about being able to provide for them and make their lives better.”
Flexibility
When you invest in a Great Greek franchise, you have the autonomy to decide what each day will look like. You can devote as many hours to your restaurant as you feel are necessary, as you are completely responsible for your restaurant’s success or failure. While the early stages may require a great deal of work, once the franchise is running smoothly, many franchisees are able to relax and enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Training and Support
New franchise owners can often be apprehensive about starting their business, especially if they have limited experience in the industry. That’s why we offer comprehensive training and support to our new franchisees, to ensure that they’re equipped to open their doors on day one with confidence. Franchisees are expertly trained in our day-to-day operations so they will fully understand the ins and outs of our processes and procedures. We stand by our franchisees every step of the way, helping them find the perfect location and even providing marketing assistance. Our brand can’t grow if franchisees don’t thrive, so we’re committed to doing everything we can to help them along the way.
Our brand is also part of United Franchise Group (UFG), a family of franchise brands with over 30 years of experience. Our affiliation with UFG has allowed us to develop sophisticated resources to help our franchisees thrive. With over than 30 years of experience and 1,600 franchise locations in 80 countries, UFG’s expertise in conjunction with our own is a winning combination for franchisees.
If the Great Greek franchise opportunity sounds like an ideal investment for you, reach out to us for more information and learn how to get started.
by Jenifer Huston | Aug 6, 2019 | Blog
An investor looking for an opportunity in the quick service restaurant industry wants to be sure their investment is going toward something that stands out from the rest. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill provides a model that is far more extensive than just the famous lean Middle Eastern cuisine we offer our customers. The Great Greek offers a unique franchising model for all of our franchisees to help them strive for success in their career– read along to see exactly what we mean.
Expanding Our Family
The Great Greek’s mission has always focused on treating everyone who steps into our doors like family. The mentality starts from a family grown business that began by serving people with that same framework in Nevada. The Great Greek has started to grow over the years with locations all around the states always operating within that same perception. An aspect of our model that is included in our family now are the franchisees that we’ve brought in to serve our brand with the same purpose. We make sure all our investors feel, not just the pride of embodying our brand, but also the care that we will give them when joining our team.
Helping You Learn
A step into serving this purpose is the support we show our franchisees from the first day they start. We provide our investors with in-depth training and support to make sure you have everything you need when expanding The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill name. Our training and support starts by determining a location for your restaurant and learning about what out-reach tools you’ll need to attract new customers every day. This comes in the form of marketing and real-estate consultation from our team of experts with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Our support is ongoing as well, to make sure that you have more than just a fantastic launch day. We help you with information regarding cost analysis and customer growth insight that can keep you on the track of success day-to-day.
An Easy Investment
Going into detail about the financial commitment our franchisees make is crucial — it will help show what investing in The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill provides you with. Our investment is broken down into a franchise fee and a backbone of liquid capital. A franchise fee gives you all of the representation of the family-oriented brand explained prior. Our franchise fee gives you access to The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill name and implementing the training and support we provide. This also includes access to all of our suppliers and the ability to take advantage of our marketing kit. The second portion, being liquid capital, is designed to give your location financial insurance throughout the life-span of your business. This fund is dipped into when supporting the construction, rent, wages, advertising, and any other unexpected financial requirements revolving around your business. This total investment is designed to optimize your success and profitability in the industry.
Would you like to know more about what makes The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill such an exciting franchise opportunity? Request more information today, and we can continue the discussion of what makes The Great Geek so unique.
