Buttery smell, crispy crust, and an incredible taste – COBS Bread franchise group is the fastest-growing bakery concept in Canada and for good reason.
Throughout its 20-year history of being a strong competitor in the Canadian market, the bakery franchise has established itself as a resilient business.
In fact, COBS Bread has proven to be a recession and pandemic-proof business: during the COVID-19 pandemic – while many businesses in the restaurant industry were unfortunately forced to close – COBS Bread bakeries’ sales actually increased by 15%.
“Comfort food is a crisis-proof good that people are not willing to give up so easily,” says John Gilson, Vice President of COBS Bread, who emphasizes the company’s mission as “a community-oriented business that wants to make great bread for our neighbours.”
And much like the bread it bakes, the company’s goal is to continue to rise, aiming to increase its franchisee network by 25 to 30 bakeries over the next 12 months, presenting an enticing offer for those looking to own their own business without having to start from scratch.
How to start your own franchise business
Now is the perfect time to join the COBS Bread family. It's an especially ideal opportunity for those who have dreamed of being their own boss, as you also receive the support and guidance of an award-winning franchise.
If you don't have any professional baking experience or have never run a business before, COBS Bread has you covered. After working a day in one of our bakeries – or, as the company describes it, a "discovery day"– you will know the essentials of managing a bakery and can decide with the brand if operating a COBS Bread bakery is the right career move for you.
Franchisees also receive a 16-week hands-on training program. During this training, you will learn everything you need to know about operating your own COBS Bread business, from business planning and operations to HR, marketing, maintenance, financial management, customer service, and more.
Become part of the vibrant COBS Bread franchisee network
When you become part of the COBS Bread family, you join a tight-knit support network of like-minded professionals.
“Opening a COBS Bread bakery is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs. With the support system and franchisee network, you are never alone,” describes Gilson, continuing that the company supports each franchisee with assistance throughout the process, including site selection, lease negotiations, and the hiring process of skilled bakers and other personnel.
Should any issues arise, COBS Bread and its franchisee network is here to help with any challenges, as well, providing assistance with troubleshooting problems, tracking and improving financial performance, employee retention, and setting goals.
Working alongside new owners, its team is here to help ensure that your business thrives.
“Our loyal customers are an important part of every COBS Bread bakery,” emphasizes Gilson. “It is therefore important to us to give back to the community and show our gratitude. For example, COBS Bread bakeries donate leftover baked goods to local charities. Our End of Day Giving program has donated over $560 million in leftover products since 2003.”
To learn more about becoming a COBS Bread franchisee, visit cobsbread.com/franchising.
