Mobile coffee franchise Cafe2U plans to open 15 new franchises in New Zealand over the next 12 months, approximately half of which will be on the South Island.  

The Cafe2U team believes New Zealand is a perfect fit for the brand, considering its well established coffee culture.

Australasian recruitment manager, John Stanton is confident the brand will be well received by not only the nation’s discerning coffee drinkers, but residents who dream of being their own boss. 

“We are positive that New Zealanders seeking self-employment opportunities will quickly see the business potential, financial security, and lifestyle benefits Cafe2U has to offer,” he said.

“Furthermore, we are confident that our expertly blended coffee roasts and high quality of service will appeal to New Zealand’s discerning coffee drinkers.”

He attributes Cafe2U’s success to its proven business model, ability to provide franchisees with a guaranteed income and the work/life balance it affords them.

“Many of our franchisees… enjoy the lifestyle element of being part of the Cafe2U business – it is a mobile operation and is often outdoors.

“Typically franchisees will have an early start and early finish, allowing them more free time, which is often a very attractive prospect,” said Stanton.

He adds the incentives and support Cafe2U provides its franchisees differentiates the brand from its competitors.

“The Acceleration Package [is] a unique, comprehensive four week training and support program for new Cafe2U franchise partners,” said Stanton.

“The Acceleration Package enables new franchise partners to be trained and in operation in only four weeks, with a guaranteed minimum turnover of $500 a day.” 

The Cafe2U franchise package includes Mercedes Benz vans complete with state of the art coffee making equipment, which allows franchisees to service customers across multiple locations.