BB's Coffee & Muffins has a number of existing cafÉ opportunities available now, just waiting for the right franchisee who would like to own, operate and build their own business. From Scotland to the South Coast, there are opportunities for single unit franchisees and for those who want to build a portfolio. "We've really built up a head of steam over the last three years, doubling the number of stores, so there is plenty of opportunity for new partners," says Founder and Managing Director Phil Abbot. "Despite the tight credit situation, we are finding that banks are more willing to lend to people joining established franchises with a great track record, just like BB's."

BB's dominates the shopping centre sector with its unique offer of handmade freshly baked muffins, fresh-baked and filled baguettes and breads made up in the cafÉ with delicious fillings and traditional barista-style coffees. BB's also offers two additional high quality brands - New Zealand Natural ice cream and Juice Junction fruit juices and smoothies - which can be integrated as part of the BB's cafÉ or act as stand alone units.

"We are constantly innovating to keep our brand fresh and as we approach our 200th store there is no better time than now to get on board with BB's," says Phil. "Because of our proven performance, we have the contacts with landlords that ensure we can get the premium sites for our franchisees. We provide franchisees with full training at our bespoke Training Academy in Limerick, plus plenty of follow-up guidance and support."

BB's offers a true partnership to help its franchisees make a success of their business.

Reported by Sahra Enany

SUMMARY

TYPE OF FRANCHISE: coffee and food cafÉ

INDUSTRY SECTOR: food and DRINK

IDEAL FRANCHISEE PROFILE: People with strong business and communication skills, who enjoy hard work and dealing with consumers.

YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1985 in Australia. Came to Britain 1997

FRANCHISING SINCE: 1997

NUMBER OF FRANCHISEES: 65 (150 stores)

INVESTMENT REQUIREMENT: Approximately £175,000

PRIORITY RECRUITMENT LOCATIONS: Nationwide