Zambrero is a fast-growing, Mexican-inspired restaurant franchise offering fresh burritos and bowls, with a mission to end world hunger through its Plate 4 Plate initiative. With 13 UK locations and 300+ worldwide, we’re seeking franchise partners to fuel our expansion.
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What you do:
Zambrero is a Mexican-inspired restaurant franchise serving freshly prepared burritos and bowls, with a mission to end world hunger through our Plate 4 Plate initiative. It’s that combination of flavour packed dishes and giving back, that we call Feel Good Mex.
Our menu is as simple as it is delicious, with dishes prepared fresh to order, making them customisable to include exactly what our customers are looking for. Whether it’s a quick pulled pork burrito in a lunch-break, a vegan chilli “zin” carne bowl after a workout, or an after school kid’s meal, we cater for all tastes.
With 13 stores in the UK and over 300 worldwide, we’re looking for franchise partners to join us as we supercharge our brands continued expansion.
Our USPs:
Our product: Freshly prepared and Mexican-inspired. We’re proudly not your typical Mexican and it keeps our customers coming back time and time again.
Our pledge: For every burrito or bowl we sell, we donate a meal to someone in need through our Plate 4 Plate initiative.
Our simplicity: Our restaurants are simple to operate and thanks to our efficient kitchen model, no complicated cooking equipment or chefs are required which allows us to open up in a much larger range of locations, with lower rents and overheads.
Our backing: All Zambrero franchise partners have the support, not just of our UK based team, but a global network of over 300 restaurants and 20+ years of franchising experience. This provides the expertise to support your franchise journey, as well as the opportunity to join our global expansion plans.
Locations:
Zambrero is a global brand operating in Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Ireland and the UK.
In the UK specifically, you’ll find our existing stores in Greater London, Essex, Reading, Manchester and Birmingham, with plans to expand to all corners of the UK.
Our ideal franchise partner:
We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who want to be part of a thriving business with purpose.
The ideal Zambrero Franchise Partner is:
Business savvy: You have an entrepreneurial mindset and the drive to grow a successful business.
People oriented: You enjoy leading teams, providing great customer experiences, and building community connections.
Purpose driven: You believe in making a difference and are excited about contributing to a brand that fights world hunger.
Committed to quality: You take pride in offering fresh, high-quality food and maintaining the highest operational standards.
Energetic & hands-on: You’re ready to roll up your sleeves and be actively involved in running your business.
The franchise package:
Becoming a Franchise Partner at Zambrero means much more than simply running your own restaurant; you become part of our Zam Fam. Providing exceptional support from the start, you will have a highly dedicated and experienced team helping you on your path to success as a Zambrero Franchise Partner. From operations and training, to supply chain management, IT systems and marketing, our enthusiastic head office support team are as passionate about your success as you are.
As a franchise partner, you’ll be provided with:
A turnkey business model: Our proven franchise system means you don’t need prior hospitality experience – we provide everything you need to run a thriving business.
Restaurant opening support: Including leasing, design, build project management and procurement.
Comprehensive training & support: From day one, we provide extensive training, ongoing coaching and expert guidance in operations, marketing, and business management.
Operations manuals: We provide clear and simple guides to help you manage your business on a day-to-day basis.
Innovative & scalable systems: Our cutting-edge technology and streamlined operations help you manage your business efficiently and focus on growth.
You will benefit from:
- A restaurant Food Safety & Task Management system, loaded with Zambrero-specific checklists and manuals
- Interactive staff training platform
- Management & reporting tools
Marketing & brand power: We provide a local area marketing manual and online marketing resources. You will also benefit from ongoing national and regional marketing campaigns to grow awareness of Zambrero in your area.
Ongoing support: Operational & financial reviews to support business success and Food Safety & Brand Standards assessments.
Investment details:
Below are the key financial considerations of joining the Zam Fam.
Initial investment:
£150,000 – £350,000 (varies based on location, restaurant format, and size)
Ongoing fees:
Royalty fee: 7 % of net sales
Marketing & advertising fee: 3% of net sales
Property leases:
Site and location dependent. Typical sites of approx 1,000 Square foot range from £30k – £80k rent.
Banking partners:
Available to cover up to 70% of investment costs.
Next step:
Zambrero offer strategic growth opportunities with expansive territory options designed for experienced multi-unit and multi-brand franchise and corporate partners.
No prior hospitality experience? No problem! Our proven systems, comprehensive training, and ongoing support will equip you with everything you need to succeed.
If you’re ready to own a business with heart, get in touch with our team and be part of something bigger with Zambrero.
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