by Marisa Cioffi | Feb 10, 2022 | Blog
Franchised businesses contributed an economic output of $670B into the U.S. economy in 2020, making up 3% of the total nominal GDP. Quick service restaurants have been leading the industry, with an estimated 183,453 establishments in 2020 and a projected 191,146 establishments for 2021.
If you’re looking to start a restaurant franchise business, you’ll want to choose a franchisor that will provide you with decades of experience, a quality menu, industry experience, a proven business model, comprehensive training, ongoing support, and high-profit potential. When you partner with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, you get all that and more. We’re a game changer, and we stand out in the restaurant industry.
Franchising with The Great Greek offers a number of benefits. Our franchise owners benefit from built-in demand, the reassurance of a successful track record, and access to an experienced network. Why start from scratch when you can choose to invest in a restaurant franchise that lets you build upon their success and the familiarity of an already-established brand?
Whether you’re looking to make a career change or add passive income to your portfolio, consider our franchise opportunity to bring an already-established brand to your community.
Are You a Good Fit?
Interested but worried you don’t have enough experience? Worry not! The Great Greek doesn’t require franchise owners to have prior experience or a background in the restaurant/food industry. Our franchise owners come from a variety of backgrounds and levels of experience. While experience may be helpful, we’ll prepare you for ownership with comprehensive training, ongoing support, and more to fill in the gaps.
Some helpful candidate traits that we’ve found include some business and some management experience, a passion for customer service and good food, and the ability to follow a proven system. You provide the ability to self-start, a willingness to work hard, and a positive attitude, and we’ll provide the proven system to find success.
Expert Training and Support
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill offers expert training and support to ensure each franchisee feels confident to operate a successful franchise.
Franchisee training is designed to teach owners the ins and outs of our business model. After your franchise agreement is signed, we’ll send you to 32 hours of classroom training at our state-of-the-art training facility. There, you’ll learn everything you need to know to run your Greek restaurant, including ordering inventory, marketing your business, honing customer relations, learning food preparation secrets, finding and hiring qualified employees, and much more. We’ll also provide you with our in-depth franchise operations manual.
The next phase of training is 22.5 hours of on-the-job training. We’ll come to your location as you prepare for your grand opening to ensure that all of the details are just right, and that you’re properly implementing the procedures you learned during your initial training.
Our support doesn’t end once you’ve opened your business. It’s our goal to make sure you’re getting the most of your investment by keeping your business running efficiently. We keep an open line of communication so franchisees know they can contact us with questions whenever they need to. Additionally, we provide our franchise owners with ongoing professional development opportunities, including email updates, online training, conferences, and more.
Become a part of our family and open a restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill today.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should start a franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Marisa Cioffi | Feb 9, 2022 | Blog
The Mediterranean diet was recently named the best for 2022 for the fifth year in a row. The diet was ranked by a panel of experts for being the best overall diet and rated best easy diet to follow, best diet for healthy eating, best diet for diabetes, and best plant-based diet. If you’re looking to make a lifestyle change for the better, the Mediterranean diet is a great option to consider.
When you invest in a Mediterranean diet restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, you can bring the deliciously healthy diet to your community.
The Mediterranean diet can help reduce the risk of diabetes, high cholesterol, dementia, memory loss, depression, and breast cancer. The diet has also been linked to stronger bones, a healthier heart, and a longer life.
Backed by sound science, the diet is a safe and sensible choice that focuses on reducing and eliminating processed foods while incorporating fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. One of the reasons the diet is heralded as a winner is its ability to provide followers with variety, flexibility, and few rules. It’s easy to follow with lots of delicious menu options.
We Balance Tradition with Freshness
Pizza, spaghetti, and tacos may have once ruled the restaurant landscape, but today’s consumers are looking for new flavors, fresh ingredients, and overall healthier dishes. As the Mediterranean diet continues to be a top choice, more diners are looking for ways to stick to their diet on the go. We have a reputation for serving authentic dishes at great portions and prices, and communities are quick to welcome us into their thriving food scene.
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is anchored to the quality of our food. We pride ourselves on our menu, which features the original, classic flavors of the Mediterranean, created daily from traditional family recipes. We use fresh, authentic ingredients for our contemporary take on this timeless cuisine.
We’re a great franchise opportunity because we provide a wide range of delicious menu options that our customers can’t get enough of. Our high-quality dishes, sauces, soups, dressings, marinades, and desserts are made from scratch daily and produce a passionately loyal customer base.
An Opportunity with Experience
We’ve been in the business of delicious food for over three decades and counting. The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill franchise owners benefit from our industry experience, multiple revenue streams, and proven track record. We’re invested in our franchise owners, so we give them the confidence and know-how to run their business and forge connections with the community they serve.
We’re expanding across the nation, and we can’t wait for you to become part of the family. You’ll benefit from our proven franchise model that includes revenue from both traditional dining and catering. We’ve spent 30 years perfecting an operational process that results in a successful track record. Our team is there to support you throughout the entire process, from finding an ideal location to organizing a successful launch date and beyond. Plus, with a growing preference for Greek food, gyros, tzatziki, and souvlaki are becoming household names and a much-desired fast-casual option.
When you open a Mediterranean restaurant franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, you can expect to open a business in your community that’s bound to delight and provide you with all the advantages franchising with a trusted brand can bring.
These are just a few of the reasons why you should open a franchise with The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill. Contact us today to learn more about what it takes to get started.
by Marisa Cioffi | Feb 3, 2022 | Press
Launching in 2011, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill started franchising in 2018 through United Franchise Group (UFG). The West Palm Beach, Fla.-based chain named Bob Anderson, formerly executive vice president of UFG, as president in July as it positions itself for further growth. The fast casual notched three-year average sales growth of 89.6% and unit growth of 95.7% during that period. The Great Greek was founded by two third-generation restaurateurs and has a menu that highlights Mediterranean favorites such as gyro, souvlaki, hummus and signature Fresh Feta Fries. The chain bills itself as “a contemporary take on timeless cuisine.”
| Location |
West Palm Beach, FL |
| 2020 Systemwide Sales ($000,000) |
$10* |
| 3-Year Average Sales Change |
89.6% |
| 2020 U.S. Units |
15 |
| 3-Year Average Unit Change |
95.7% |
| 2020 Average Unit Volume ($000) |
$875* |
| Buzzworthy Brands Year |
2021 |
*Technomic estimate
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by Marisa Cioffi | Feb 3, 2022 | Press
Multi-Unit franchise agreement with local entrepreneur to open five locations with the first opening in Charleston, October 2021!
West Palm Beach, FL (RestaurantNews.com) The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, an award winning and rapidly expanding Mediterranean fast-casual concept is opening its first franchise location in Charleston, SC located at 1405 Folly St Rd, Ste 410 in the Riverland Market Center in October 2021.
The Great Greek Charleston is owned and operated by the Willis family who put great food and quality at the top of their list. They will be initially opening two locations with the first located on Folly Rd opening in October and in Mount Pleasant at “The Bend” which is currently under construction and will open early 2022. “We are very excited for this new journey in our business life and as a family we want to create an atmosphere where not only is the food unbelievably fresh and amazing but the moment you walk through the door you feel like family. We look forward to being involved in the community and offering the best Greek food that will keep you coming back for more!” said Scott Willis on behalf of the family.
The award-winning chef inspired menu at The Great Greek features homegrown recipes and big bold flavors like the fan favorite traditional Gyro (Yee-Ro) as well as Lamb, Steak and Chicken Souvlaki platters. In addition, guests crave our four-signature house-made dips featuring Hummus, Tzatziki, Melitzanosalata and Tirokafteri (spicy roasted red pepper) as well as our made to order Fresh Feta Fries. Guests can also indulge in the must-have desserts like Baklava Ice Cream or Rice Pudding. The Great Greek offers a wide variety of customizable options for guests to enjoy, including a classic Greek Salad with a choice of Salmon, Shrimp, or several other protein choices. Everything is prepared in-house with fresh ingredients that bring traditional flavors from recipes passed down generation after generation.
“We’re very pleased to announce this development agreement for the Charleston SC market” said Bob Andersen, President of Great Greek Franchising, LLC. “Our guests consistently tell us they enjoy our healthy menu choices without sacrificing flavors and enjoy being served in a friendly comfortable environment! We really focus on delivering a terrific guest experience,” said Andersen, “which is contributing to the ongoing rapid growth of our brand globally and throughout the USA with South Carolina being a key development state for the brand”
Currently, The Great Greek has franchise agreements in place for over 158 locations domestically and internationally. The brand continues to receive high interest in multi-unit franchise development deals.
About The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
The award winning Great Greek Mediterranean Grill was co-founded in 2011 by two third-generation culinary trained restaurateurs with more than 30 years of experience in the food and hospitality business, Nick A. Della Penna and Trent Jones, who purchased The Great Greek’s first location in Henderson, Nevada. After successfully opening two additional Las Vegas locations, Della Penna and Jones started franchising the concept with United Franchise Group recently and have seen ongoing success. United Franchise Group is comprised of nine affiliated companies and brands with more than 1,600 franchisees in more than 80 countries.
About United Franchise Group
Led by Founder and CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group is home to an affiliated family of brands, including Signarama, Fully Promoted, Jon Smith Subs, Transworld Business Advisors, Accurate Franchising, Venture X, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, Network Lead Exchange, Resource Operations International (ROI) and Graze Craze. With over three decades in the franchising industry and more than 1,600 franchisees throughout the world, United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.
For franchise information, visit www.thegreatgreekfranchise.com.
Media Contact:
Chuck McAulay
Vice President of Marketing
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
[email protected]
by Marisa Cioffi | Feb 3, 2022 | Press
Michigan Franchise owners take catering to another level by rolling out a brand-new food truck for local favorite restaurant, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill!
West Palm Beach, FL (RestaurantNews.com) The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, an award winning and rapidly expanding Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant has a new way to serve Michiganders and Michiganians side by side as they line up together to enjoy the newest food truck roving around Southeast Michigan serving up inspired Greek and Mediterranean delicious dishes.
Since The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill first opened in the state of Michigan, the summer of 2019 in Troy, there were plans to expand throughout the state. With the opening of second location in Shelby Township, 3 more locations have been announced and are coming soon, Ann Arbor, West Bloomfield, and Byron Center. But that is not the only announcement gaining attention, Franchise owner’s commitment to Mediterranean food and hospitality has taken a new route with the addition of their Southeast Michigan Food Truck.
This 27-foot-long rolling restaurant entices fellow roadies and foodies with slogans like: Made in House, Made to Order, Let Us Make Your Day, cleverly announcing itself as it rumbles down the road to its next catering event. Available for public and private events, this party pleaser, serves its award-winning chef inspired menu featuring homegrown recipes with big bold flavors and fan favorites.
“We are now booking The Great Greek Food Truck in Michigan for private events, public events, corporate parties, farmers markets, neighborhood nights/associations and more!” comments, Carrie Mabery, Director of Catering, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, Michigan Region, “Our menu is versatile, and we make everything fresh from scratch, just like in our restaurant. To book our food truck, call 1-800-795-7900.”
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill offers catering at all locations and can customize menu options for every sort of event or occasion. Specialized selections include a variety of the most popular menu items. Everything is made fresh including legendary dips like Hummus, Tzatziki, Melitzanosalata and Tirokafteri (spicy roasted red pepper). Some sought-after choices include traditional Gyro (yee-ro) and lamb, steak, and chicken Souvlaki platters, Spanakopita (spinach-feta stuffed puff pastry) and made to order Fresh Feta Fries.
For many guests, the winters are never too chilly to indulge in delicious Baklava Ice Cream and it is included with the dessert sampler also featuring Kourabiedes Cookies, Baklava, and Rice Pudding. The Great Greek offers a wide variety of customizable lunch and dinner options, including a classic Greek Salad with a choice of Salmon, Shrimp, or several other protein choices. Everything is prepared in-house with fresh ingredients that bring traditional flavors from recipes passed down generation after generation.
“The Michigan team has taken delivery to a whole new level with their addition of catering via food truck,” said Bob Andersen, President of Great Greek Franchising, LLC. “Our guests consistently tell us they enjoy our healthy menu choices without sacrificing flavors and enjoy being served in a friendly comfortable environment! We really focus on delivering a terrific guest experience,” said Andersen, “which is contributing to the ongoing rapid growth of our brand globally and throughout the USA.”
Currently, The Great Greek has franchise agreements in place for over 158 locations domestically and internationally. The brand continues to receive high interest in multi-unit franchise development deals.
About The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
The award winning Great Greek Mediterranean Grill was co-founded in 2011 by two third-generation culinary trained restaurateurs with more than 30 years of experience in the food and hospitality business, Nick A. Della Penna and Trent Jones, who purchased The Great Greek’s first location in Henderson, Nevada. After successfully opening two additional Las Vegas locations, Della Penna and Jones started franchising the concept with United Franchise Group and have seen ongoing success. United Franchise Group is a community of affiliated brands and consultants with more than 1,600 franchisees in more than 80 countries. For franchise information, visit www.thegreatgreekfranchise.com.
About United Franchise Group
Led by CEO Ray Titus, United Franchise Group is home to an affiliated family of brands and consultants including Accurate Franchising, FranchiseMart, Fully Promoted, Network Lead Exchange, Preveer (formerly Resource Operations International), Signarama, Transworld Business Advisors, Venture X, and a food division featuring Jon Smith Subs, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, and Graze Craze. With over three decades in the franchising industry and more than 1,600 franchisees throughout the world, United Franchise Group offers unprecedented leadership and solid business opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Media Contact:
Chuck McAulay
Vice President of Marketing
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
[email protected]
