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Swiss Chalet Canada Franchise For Sale

CAN
Minimum Investment

$750,000

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Established

1954

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Franchise Units

200

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Minimum Investment

$750,000

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Franchise Fee

$60,000

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Total Investment Range

$750,000

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Home Based

No

Description

Swiss Chalet is one of Canada’s most iconic casual dining restaurant chains, known for its signature rotisserie chicken, slow-cooked ribs, and homestyle meals. With a strong heritage and brand loyalty spanning decades, Swiss Chalet offers franchisees a turnkey opportunity in the high-demand family dining segment.


Background

Established in 1954 in Toronto, Ontario, Swiss Chalet has grown to become a trusted name in the Canadian foodservice industry. It is part of Recipe Unlimited Corporation, one of the country’s largest and most successful full-service restaurant companies. With a focus on quality, consistency, and memorable dining experiences, Swiss Chalet combines traditional Canadian comfort food with modern franchise systems and support.


Support Training

Swiss Chalet provides comprehensive franchisee support that includes:

  • Initial Training: Extensive hands-on training for franchise owners and key staff in restaurant operations, food safety, and customer service.

  • Site Selection Assistance: Help in identifying, negotiating, and securing prime locations.

  • Store Design & Construction Support: Full guidance through layout, branding, and construction processes.

  • Marketing & Promotions: National and local advertising campaigns, social media support, and loyalty program integration.

  • Ongoing Operations Support: Regional business managers, training updates, and performance evaluations.


Ideal Candidate

The ideal Swiss Chalet franchisee is:

  • Passionate about the food and hospitality industry

  • Experienced in management, preferably in retail or restaurant operations

  • Financially capable of supporting the investment requirements

  • Committed to operational excellence and customer satisfaction

  • Willing to follow a proven system and maintain brand standards


Financial Detail

  • Franchise Fee: $60,000 CAD

  • Total Investment Range: $1.2 million – $1.6 million CAD

  • Minimum Investment Required: $750,000 CAD in liquid assets

  • Royalty Fee: 5% of gross sales

  • Advertising Fee: Up to 4% of gross sales

  • Franchise Units in Canada: Over 200 locations nationwide



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