NC-Flour Power Cooking Studios for Sale

Flour Power is a franchised cooking studio differentiated by its vision and environment. Flour Power Cooking Studios are more than a place to prepare meals. We a place for joyful food experiences.

We offer:

Classes
Family events
Corporate team building events
Birthday parties
Camps
Kid night outs
Adults sip and stirs and everything in between.

We are equal parts education and entertainment. The brand wants to positively impact people through a lifestyle movement that creates common ground for all generations, cultures and individuals in a setting that is relatable, welcoming and supportive. At Flour Power, you will gain an appreciation for the art and science of preparing food. You'll learn how to be resourceful with the ingredients you have available, how close you can stand to the heat without getting burned, when precision is required and when it's okay to improvise. Under our guiding hands you will learn teamwork and gain the confidence to strike out on your own. These aren’t just cooking skills; these are life skills. Flour Power Cooking Studios are where you'll discover that you are the main ingredient for living your best life. With an emphasis on education and wellness, our kitchen offers an enriching and entertaining environment for anyone who wants to learn and grow–for life.

Inventory Included: No

Reason For Sale:

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Training & Support:

Phase 1: Jump Start Training (within first month)

Jump Start Manual is given in the first week (includes checklist of items to do)
1-day virtual training on immediate needs (understanding systems in place, sales and marketing training
Phase 2: Management and Operation Training (6-8 weeks prior to opening)
Management and Operations training in studio/virtual (2 – 4-hour sessions)
Hands-on opportunity to lead classes and birthday parties in operational studio (2 days and will run one Kids Night Out, one class and 2 parties)

Phase 3: Studio Opening Training (starts within first month)

Support through the Grand Opening phase with scheduled weekly phone calls (calls start once they have signed a franchise agreement and continue until opening day)
On-site training/opening assistance (within 30 days of opening) (3 days in their studio for additional training with how to efficiently run events and instruct staff)

Phase 4: Ongoing Training (After opening)

Scheduled 1-hour weekly virtual webinars providing additional training, as needed, to answer questions or insight for 6-8 weeks (these start once studio opens)
Additional training throughout the year on topics brought by Corporate Leadership Team

Owner Qualifications:

Franchise Owner Responsibilities/Requirements

Studio must be open 40 hours per week
Email blasts must be sent twice a month
Royalties – paid weekly
IT/Marketing fees – paid monthly
Advertising on social media – at least once a day
Events calendar must be scheduled out at least 6 months
2 KNOs a month
2 classes each age group per week
1 Sip N Stir a month
1 Family event a month
1 Special Abilities a month
Parties on Saturday or any other time available
Reach out to local businesses, preschools, country clubs, senior centers, schools to let know about Flour Power and bring in new business
Oversee studio that it is run as required and Manager is present during activities or they are
Advertise for new hires and onboard
Be sure all required staff has ServSafe and CPR/First Aid and certificates are sent to Operations Manager
Send renewed Insurance COIs to Operations Manager and be sure it meets the requirements
Send quarterly and yearly P&Ls to Operations Manager
Be sure that all social media has the necessary Corporate people added as Admins
Create an Employee Handbook and have it reviewed by their attorney
Maintain an accounting software

IDEAL CANDIDATE
In addition to our financial requirements someone who… First and foremost, understands and is passionate about positively impacting families and communities through the art of cooking. An individual that believes the act of cooking is good for the body and the soul. Someone who enjoys teaching and entertaining in a casual kitchen atmosphere; fostering a fun and joyful environment; is customer service oriented; kind, outgoing, and upbeat; comfortable working with kids and adults alike; and has a team first mentality. Must understand the importance of scheduling a wide variety of offerings within our portfolio early and often, executing said offerings consistently to brand standards, and having an effective local marketing & PR strategy. Should possess the desire to build strong customer relationships, partnerships, and extensive networks to drive repeat business and local collaborations. A background in business management, teaching, or culinary arts is a plus. We also love our veterans. We have two in our franchise system and they are awesome!