Summary
Sandwich Express has cultivated a reputation as Townsville's premier destination for fresh, high-quality sandwiches and salads, contributing to an impressive annual turnover exceeding $1.0 million.
Location Details
Located in the Garbutt Shopping Centre, "Sandwich Express Garbutt" offers convenient access with abundant off-street parking from two major arterial roads.
Potential
Currently run under management this presents an exceptional opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator to significantly improve profitability by reducing labour costs, optimising inventory expenses, and streamlining other operational expenditures to substantially enhance the bottom line. Currently run under management
Skills
People and communication skills, commonsense and love fresh food
Hours
Monday to Friday 6.00am to 3.00pm and Saturday 7.00am to 11.00am
Lease
Long term shopping centre tenancy with a good lease
Employees
1 x Working Manager - 38 Hours Per Week
6 x Sandwich Attendants - Casual as required
Reason for Sale
Cureent owners have operated the business remotely from intrastate for the last 14 years and its time to move on.
About the Business
The Sandwich Express brand stands at the forefront of Townsville's fast-food industry. Founded in Townsville in 2001, this franchise has expanded to include three stores in prime locations throughout the city, including Garbutt. Currently operating under management, the Garbutt location provides owners with a solid return on investment. For a motivated owner-operator, there exists a significant opportunity to reduce the annual wage expenses of $300,000, potentially increasing profitability.
Why you should purchase this great business opportunity:
• Well established business
• Immediate cash flow
• Growth opportunities
• Run under management
• High traffic location
• Trendy modern fit out
• Profitable business
• Strength in a powerful brand
• Franchise systemised
• Comprehensive systems and procedures
• Excellent marketing
• Great branding
• Modern fit out
• Quality fresh food offering
• Easily run
• Experienced staff
• Trades 5 ½ Days
• Long term tenancy with good lease
Sandwich Express Brand offers a unique "no wait" experience with pre-prepared grab-and-go food, built on a business model centred around fresh, healthy alternatives. Sandwich Express Garbutt features an extensive selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, rolls, and salads made with freshly baked bread. They also accommodate custom orders prepared right in front of customers. The loyal customer base returns consistently for great-tasting healthy food, delicious sandwiches, salads, coffee, cold drinks, and juices. From day one, new owners benefit from established revenue streams, providing immediate cash flow that supports business sustainability while enabling strategic investments in growth initiatives.
The Garbutt store presents substantial growth potential in catering services, which has already demonstrated impressive results despite minimal marketing investment. A targeted strategy to expand this segment could significantly increase revenue with only modest operational adjustments required.
The Sandwich Express franchise represents a community of like-minded business owners united by a shared vision of success and supported by a proven fresh sandwich business system. This locally owned success story features an ultra-consistent business model that has helped numerous family franchise owners achieve financial stability. New owners will find the learning curve manageable thanks to an excellent support and training network. While straightforward in concept, new proprietors must complete the required franchise onboarding process with Sandwich Express.
History
Established in 2001
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