The Australian lifestyle is often associated with a relaxed and adventurous way of life. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE® the international franchise brand with restaurants located in cities worldwide is currently bringing the "outback experience" to customers in 21 countries and is seeking qualified franchise candidates with the capability to expand the brand into new markets.
About Outback Steakhouse
Founded in Tampa, Florida, USA in 1988, OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE is an Australian themed casual dining restaurant chain. Since its inception the company has viewed providing good quality food as a priority. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE states: "From our signature Bloomin' Onion to our unbeatable "seasoned and seared" steaks and seafood, you'll find our fresh ingredients treated with homemade care. Even our appetizers are something special - like our Kookaburra Wings and Coconut Shrimp - which we cook to order, hot and irresistible. We also have unmatched mainstay items, such as Victoria's Filet of tenderloin superlative in taste and tenderness. Our distinctive Outback Special reinvents the delicious flavor of sirloin steaks. Our dedication to new venues and products means our menu is always improving. Guests have certainly come to expect that the best only gets better at Outback."
In addition to its extensive food menu, OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE also offers a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including a unique selection of specialty cocktails and Australian beers and wines.
Many OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE restaurants offer customers the choice between a dine-in option, and a takeaway option where all food items can be ordered via the telephone or online and delivered direct to the customer's car.
There are nearly 1,000 Outback Steakhouses restaurants in operation, which are a mixture of franchised and company-owned locations. In addition to the preeminent presence in the USA, the company also has restaurants in many international markets including the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Mexico, Brazil, and Australia.
Franchise Opportunity
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE is aiming to become the leading dining choice for customers around the world and is seeking suitable franchisees to achieve this objective. The company is primarily concentrating on recruiting franchisees in Mainland China, Japan, Eastern & Central Europe, the UK, Mexico, and Central & South America.
The Nitty-Gritty
To ensure that the management team of every OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE franchise is prepared for the running of the restaurant all managers are required to complete the company's training program, which involves 20-24 weeks of on the job training in an existing OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE restaurant.
The average size of an OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE restaurant ranges from 4,000 to 6,000 square feet and has seating for approximately 170 to 250 or more guests, and features a dining room and a separate bar area. The interior is designed to create a casual and relaxed atmosphere and features rich wood finishes and furnishings, large booths and tables. Each restaurant has its own unique display of "Down Under" Australian memorabilia and décor accents such as Aboriginal artwork and representations of Aussie wildlife, all reminiscent of the "Outback".
Are you a suitable candidate?
Those looking to become an OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE franchisee need:
- A proven track record in the hospitality/foodservice industry
- An infrastructure committed to the development of the OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE brand
- A strong local knowledge and expertise in the areas of consumer needs, real estate, government regulations, labor management and the supply chain as related to foodservice establishments
- To be philosophically aligned with the principles and beliefs of OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
- A minimum of USD $6.5 million cash or credit available for investment in a 4-restaurant Area Development program (4-year term).
- A minimum development commitment of four restaurants within the first four years
Number of Restaurants (2008 Year End) --- International 186 Units ; USA 787 Units. PLEASE NOTE: No USA franchises available, please contact us only if you are interested in opening a franchise outside the USA!