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When was JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP born?
The first JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP was inaugurated in 1994. We are nowadays leaders in the coffee shop market in Spain due mainly to our broad experience.
Why should I join a franchise chain?
The franchise system is one of the most successful business formulas in industrialised countries because of the possibilities it offers either to the franchisee or the franchisor.
There are countless arguments to explain why the franchise system is the best method for those who start as businesspeople:
- To be your own boss.
- The business concept is tested in the market .
- Transmission of franchisor’s know-how
- Transmission of franchisor’s R & D
Most of the small businesses’ owners are too busy in day to day running that they forget the development of new products and services to meet their clients’ needs. On the contrary, a franchisor is always looking for the best way to improve the profits of the net investing time and money.
Assistance of a big organisation
Fast and safe development.
Brand awareness
Scale economies
Initial and permanent training
Publicity
Why should I join JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP and not another coffee shop franchise?
After more than 10 years in the coffee business, Jamaica Coffee Shop has enough experience to offer the best selection of coffees, the best products and an important support to the Franchisee before, during and after the opening of the franchised shop.
Our fast growth has placed us number 1 in the sector in Spain.
What experience do I need to run a JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP?
Enough financial capacity, commercial spirit and passion for success. For us, motivation is more important than previous experience.
How long should I wait to open my own JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP after my application has been accepted?
It depends on the availability of premises in the zone you have chosen but once you have them, the corresponding permits and licenses, it takes between 10 and 12 weeks in building a JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP.
Does JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP force the franchisees to be actively involved in the running of the shop?
The business requires and responds to a personal implication. It is important that the owner gets involved in all the aspects of the business, especially at the beginning. He/She should be able to control all the sales, production and other day to day duties.
Nevertheless, thanks to our innovative computer system you will be able to manage and control your business (personnel, raw materials, statistics, sales, etc.) on real time and from anywhere so as to take decisions immediately face to any deviation from the forecasts.
What does the monthly Royalty cover?
The monthly royalty paid by the Franchisee covers a broad assistance in operational services given by the main company, including:
Training programmes and recycling
Quality control
Continuous Research and Development on new products and equipment
Global negotiation of prices and conditions with suppliers
Preparation of updated manuals and informative newsletters
Consultancy Service on all daily operations: management, presentation of new products, new sales techniques, quality and service.
What capital resources do I need to obtain a franchise JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP?
It is advisable that the candidate has a 50% of own capital. The extra 50% can be financed by a loan, leasing, etc.
Is there a training programme? What kind of information will I get?
Yes. When you sign the Franchise Contract and before the opening of the shop, you, as franchisee will receive all the training you need about managing the business.
The Shop manager will receive a Training Programme of at least 3 weeks.
What are the criteria to choose a good location?
The selection of a good location is essential for the success of a JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP.
Our establishments must be in commercial and office areas inside the city.
In Commercial Centres, the location will be determined according to the special characteristics of each Centre.
What services does a new franchisee receive before opening a JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP?
Help in the process of premises selection
Decoration Project
Adapted menu
Assistance in the preparation of the first order to different suppliers
Complete training for franchisees and personnel
Assistance in the opening of the new establishment
Is the franchisee obliged to by equipment or to stock up on JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP?
Coffee and articles with logo JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP must be bought directly to Central Offices of the company
Regarding the rest of the products, we have exclusive and recommended suppliers for all the chain. We negotiate the best prices with them.
Does JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP supply coffee to franchised shops?
Jamaica Coffee Shop has its own roasting factory, Cafés Garriga, the oldest in Spain and therefore it supplies directly to all franchises using the best coffee beans and ensuring a perfect quality control.
Can I have more than one shop?
Yes, in fact we already have some multi- franchisees and that is something we are proud of.
If I am interested in a JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP franchise, what do I have to do?
Fill in and send the Application form so as we can evaluate your information. We will contact you to have a personal meeting with you and answer all your questions.
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JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP makes the following legal note so that the user can decide about the convenience to register themselves in any of the databases gathered in automatic files included in JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP pages. Personal Data will be used for statistic purposes, for participation in draws, raffles and promotions, for the maintenance and management of the relationship with the user as well as to send commercial information about products and services related to the page.
JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP carries out the legislation for Data Protection. In this sense, JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP has adopted all the security measures required and has its data bases registered in the corresponding Registro de la Agencia Española de Protección de Datos. Users will have all the rights given by Law, among others, the right to see, modify and/or cancel their personal data. The responsible for the database will be JAMAICA’S FRANCHISINGS, S.L. and they will be kept in Terrassa (Barcelona), Avda. Abat Marcet, 43, 2ª. planta.
JAMAICA COFFEE SHOP informs that your data are confidentially treated and that they are only used inside our organisation and for the mentioned purposes. Therefore, we do not disclose neither communicate the data to third parties, except in the cases legally established.