Industry:

Food and beverage franchises

Business established:

1989

Total business units:

24

ABOUT US

SIMPLE FOOD. DONE WELL.

We love home-style cooking. And we’ve been serving it since 1989. Chargrill Charlie’s began in Coogee in 1989 with a simple mission: to serve delicious, chargrilled chicken that brings people together.

What started as a local favourite has grown into a beloved Sydney institution, now with over 20 locations across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. We’re proud to be a family-owned business that treats every customer and team member like part of our extended family. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or catering a celebration, we aim to make you feel at home. We believe in simple food, done well. Our famous chooks are free of chemicals and chargrilled to perfection in our patented ‘clean’ chicken rotisserie. This special way of grilling maximises the char you want and minimises the stuff you don’t. From burgers and rolls to salads and gourmet catering, our menu is designed to satisfy every craving.

From our family to yours, we invite you to experience the warmth, flavour, and community that made Chargrill Charlie’s a Sydney favourite.

OWN YOUR OWN CHARLIE’S!

Chargrill Charlie’s is proudly part of Craveable Brands, the powerhouse behind some of Australia’s most loved quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands. As part of a $23 billion QSR industry, we’re tapping into one of the country’s strongest food passions: chicken. Australians eat around 50kg of chicken per person annually and the demand keeps growing. Backed by expertise in operations, marketing, technology, and food innovation, Chargrill Charlie’s is primed for growth.

We offer our Franchise Partners more than a name, we provide a proven model, ongoing training, streamlined supply chain support, and a team committed to your success. With Chargrill Charlie’s behind you, and a loyal customer base in front of you, there’s never been a better time to grow with Chargrill Charlie’s.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN OUR FRANCHISEES:

• Energetic, spirited individuals
• Customer-focused and passionate about food
• Business-minded with a drive to succeed

If you’re ready to bring the Charlie’s experience to your community, connect with our friendly franchising team. We’ll guide you through every step and help you kick-start your franchising journey with confidence.

HOW IT WORKS

If you’re customer-focused and passionate about delivering great service, we’d love to hear from you. During the interview process, we look for strong leadership, solid business skills and the ability to manage costs, cashflow and team performance, and we follow a clear process to ensure we’re the right fit for each other because a successful partnership depends on everyone working toward the same goal.

STEP 1: Make an Enquiry
Tell us which location you’re interested in and submit your enquiry. A member of our friendly franchising team will be in touch to gather some more details so we can get to know you better.

STEP 2: Application & Confidentiality
Before we can discuss financials, you’ll complete an application form and sign a confidentiality agreement, followed by a short interview with one of our Franchise Managers.

STEP 3: Due Diligence

Here we dive into the details, including:

• Financial due diligence
• Business and cashflow planning
• State Manager interview
• Asset and reference checks
• In-store experience

STEP 4: Final Approvals
You’ll then meet the CEO, a great chance to connect with the team and share your vision for the business. Meanwhile, we finalise the remaining approvals in the background.

STEP 5: Training & Education
You’ll complete an 8-week training program designed to equip you with everything you need before opening day.

STEP 6: Opening Day
Your store is ready, and we’ll be right there with you to ensure everything runs smoothly from day one.