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Southern Steer Butcher Franchise Opportunity

Minimum Investment

$428,706

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Established

2013

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Franchise Units

6

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Minimum Investment

$428,706

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Franchise Fee

$59,500

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Total Investment Range

$722,706

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Home Based

No

Description

More Than a Butcher Shop — A Community Experience

Southern Steer Butcher is a modern, community-driven butcher shop delivering premium, ethically sourced meats with a hospitality-focused retail experience. Founded in 2013 in Clearwater, Florida, Southern Steer blends the craftsmanship of traditional butchery with a warm, small-town feel — creating a retail experience that big-box stores simply can’t replicate.

We offer a carefully curated selection of:

  • High-quality, responsibly sourced cuts

  • World-famous marinated meats

  • Homemade sides and specialty groceries

  • Craft beer and wine selections

But what truly sets Southern Steer apart is our emotional connection with customers. Guests return for more than just the food — they come back for personalized service, educational insights, and community engagement that builds loyalty and trust.

As a Southern Steer franchise owner, you become a local expert and trusted resource. You'll foster meaningful relationships, support your neighborhood through charitable outreach, and offer a service that grocery stores simply can’t match. Our franchise model is built for long-term customer retention, requiring minimal staff, manageable hours, and exceptional corporate training and support.

Southern Steer is not just a business—it’s a pillar of the community, and a powerful opportunity for those who want to blend entrepreneurship with purpose.


Background

Year Business Started: 2013

Year Started Franchising: 2020

Franchise Units Open: 6

Company Units Open: 1


States Registered In Non-Registration States, IN, MI, RI & WI


Pending Registration in CA, HI, IL, MD, MN, NY, ND, SD, VA & WA

Available in Canada/Internationally: No


Support Training

Site Selection Assistance: Yes

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes

Training:

4 Weeks of On-Site Training

  • 2 weeks in the Zors territory and 2 weeks on-site at the zees territory
  • Roles & responsibilities
  • Sales training
  • Opening & closing prep work
  • Customer service interactions & protocols
  • Day-to-day management tasks & protocols
  • Ordering & receiving inventory


On-Going Support

  • Online & Phone Support 7 Days a Week by the Franchisor!
  • Quarterly Audits & Check-Ins in Person at Franchisees Territory
  • Recipe & Cooking Instructions Portal
  • Quarterly & Monthly P&L Reviews
  • Intranet: The Farm

Marketing Strategies

  • Continuous Marketing Support with a 30-60-90 Day Launch Playbook 
  • Rewards Program
  • SEO/PPC Digital
  • Local Radio/TV
  • Direct Mail
  • Grass Roots 


Ideal Candidate

Function & Daily Tasks of the Owner-Operator:

Owner acts as full-time employee. Owner responsibilities include:

  • Inventory Management
  • Scheduling
  • Staff Productivity
  • Customer Service
  • Delivery & Invoice Reconciliation
  • Training
  • Recruiting
  • Financial Assessments


Function & Daily Tasks of the Semi-Absentee Owner:

Executive owner responsibilities include:

  • Marketing
  • Assessment of Sales & Labor Reporting
  • Driving Territory Expansion


General Manager/Assistant Manager responsibilities include:

  • Inventory Management
  • Financial Assessments
  • Scheduling
  • Staff Productivity
  • Customer Service
  • Delivery & Invoice Reconciliation
  • Training
  • Recruiting


Ideal Candidate

  • Executive Level Food Service Operators / Enthusiasts
  • Vision Driven
  • Strong Relationship Skills
  • Management Experience
  • Strong Community Ties
  • Desire to Scale



Financial Detail

Investment Range: $428,706-$722,706

Cash Investment: $150,000
Required Net Worth: $500,000

Required Liquid Capital: $150,000


Franchise Fee: 1 Unit: $59,500 2 Units: $109,000 3 Units: $151,000 4 Units: $193,000 

See 2 Min. Drill for more


Royalty: 6%/5%/4%
Brand Fund: 1% of weekly Gross Revenues 

Item 19: Yes

Average Number of Employees:

Owner/Operator

  • 2-4 Part-Time Employees
  • 1 Full-Time Employee


Executive

  • 3-5 Part-Time Employees
  • 1 Full-Time General Manager
  • 1 Full-Time Assistant Manager

Visa Candidates: No
Semi Absentee Ownership: Yes
Home-Based: No
Business Model: B2C

Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes, 15%

Item 19 Earnings Claims:


Gross Profit for Sarasota Franchisee Location: $744,617.57


Adjusted Net Income Before Owners Compensation for Sarasota Franchisee Location: $244,064.19


Adjusted Net Profit Margin for Sarasota Franchisee Location: 15%


Gross Profit Affiliate Location (Executive model): $1,001,981.23


Adjusted Net Income Before Owners Compensation for Affiliate Location: $237,558.92


Adjusted Net Profit Margin for Affiliate Location: 10.93%



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