Are you looking to invest in the casual dining trend? Here we look at what Coco Cubano offers if you want to buy a franchise in this growing arena.

What are the costs of investing in your franchise?  

Costs can be anywhere between $500,000 and $1m depending on size of the venue and the level of landlord contribution. 

What deposit is required?  

$4,000. 

How long is training?  

Training  is six to eight weeks. 

Where is training conducted?  

In one of our corporate stores with buddy support from one of the operations support managers. 

Is the franchise term aligned to the lease?  

As best as is possible. 

What help do you offer franchisees in locating sites?  

We assist via our leasing industry experts, we also have a specific site criteria we use. 

Do you negotiate rents with the landlord?  

Absolutely but we also have our industry leasing experts assist us here as well. 

Who holds the head lease? 

In a franchised store the prospective franchisee would hold the head lease. 

What's the typical size of an outlet? 

The brand can operate in a space from 110sqm to 400sqm. 

How many staff are typically required in each unit?  

We generally have a staff level of about 25 to 45; this is dependant on store location and volumes and staff rosters that suit their own schedules and work commitments. 

How many new outlets do you expect to open in 2016?  

Between two and six stores if we find the right locations – and the most important asset – the right partner franchisee being selected. 

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