The future of franchising in Grafton is getting a boost from pizza chain, Pizza Capers, which is giving enthusiastic locals the opportunity to own and operate their own franchise.

Grafton residents with aspirations of running their own business but who may not have the financial backing to get started can now apply to receive support following the launch of an assistance package initiated by Pizza Capers owner, Retail Food Group (RFG).

RFG’s QSR managing director, Michael Logos, said the assistance package includes a combination of financial capital as well as on the job training and support.

“We are committed to the local community and are excited to begin the search for talented, motivated, home grown Grafton residents to own and operate the new Pizza Capers store,” he said.

No business experience is required for the Pizza Capers franchise system which has more than 119 stores nationally.

“Pizza Capers is number one in the pizza industry having recently been awarded the most preferred pizza in Australia at the coveted Canstar Blue awards beating Crust, Domino’s, Eagle Boys and Pizza Hut,” said Logos.

• Pizza Capers is owned by RFG, which is the franchisor of Crust Gourmet Pizza, Michel’s Patisserie, Donut King, Brumby’s Bakeries, Esquires, Big Dad’s Pies, and bb’s caf_ franchise systems.