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Jan 2024
48m 46s

How to Succeed in Restaurant Franchise |...

Apicbase
About this episode

Welcome to another episode of the Food Service Growth Show! Today, we've got something special for you as we sit down with Carl Jacobs, CEO of Apicbase, and Michael Oettl, Franchise Director of Hans im Glück. They're here to spill the beans on how to succeed in the restaurant franchise business. 

With 95 outlets across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, Hans im Glück is an industry giant, and Michael Oettl, with his background as a trained chef, brings a wealth of expertise to the discussion.

In this episode, we're unlocking the secrets to success in the restaurant franchise business by exploring the strategies employed by Hans im Glück. Join us as we navigate through the world of franchise management, strategies, and marketing.

Carl and Michael will talk about...
✅ How Hans im Glück trains and retains the best talent
✅ The process of selecting the right franchise partners
✅ Understanding the calculations behind the menu prices
✅ What defines the ideal restaurant partner
✅ How to succeed in a franchise business?
✅ What do you need to join Hans im Glück franchisee?
✅ What drives success in a restaurant franchise business?
✅ How is the future of hospitality looking?

One of the key topics up for discussion is how Hans im Glück effectively trains and retains top-tier hospitality talent. Oettl, with his background as a trained chef, sheds light on the methodologies employed by his franchise to ensure a consistently high level of service across all outlets. 

Choosing the right franchise partners is a make-or-break decision for any restaurant brand. Michael will walk you through the process employed by Hans im Glück in selecting partners who align with their vision and values. Gain insights into the criteria that define the ideal restaurant partner and how this careful selection process plays a pivotal role in the brand's overall success.

Ever wondered about the complex calculations behind menu prices? Michael will provide a comprehensive understanding of how pricing strategies contribute to the profitability of a restaurant franchise. 

The discussion will also touch upon the prerequisites for joining the Hans im Glück franchise. If you've ever pondered on what it takes to become a franchisee, this episode has you covered. Uncover the criteria, cost, expectations, and opportunities that come with joining the Hans im Glück family.

The broader question of how to succeed in a franchise business will be thoroughly explored. From strategic planning to effective execution, Michael will share his insights on what it takes to thrive in the competitive landscape of restaurant franchising. 

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