FiltaFry

About FiltaFry

FiltraFry began in the UK in 1996, as a filter management service for the food industry.

The business was developed in response to the need to improve oil waste management in industrial cooking processes, as it produced a large amount of dirty cooking oil, which could result in food issues, pose safety hazards and have a significant environmental impact.

The business provides mobile micro-filtration services to businesses across the food and hospitality industry, visiting kitchens on site to filter cooking oil, provide a deep clean of fryer equipment, and dispose of waste oil.

Since it first started, FiltraFry has now grown into an international operation, with over 350 franchises across the US, Canada and elsewhere in the world, and expanded its business model to include complementary products as services such as their own branded cooking oil, adding to the potential of the business for any would-be franchisee.

Where is FiltraFry based?

The UK headquarters of FiltaFry are based in Warwickshire, England.

How has the Filtrafry franchise become a success?

The Filtrafry business model is based on offering kitchen hygiene services to a wide range of industries that involve industrial food preparation. As well as restaurants, hotels and other sectors of the hospitality field, their customer base also encompasses other businesses such as sports clubs, travel services, schools and colleges, hospitals and more. With such a diverse customer base, the franchise has been enormously successful, as its services are in continuing demand.

Filtrafry also focus its services on providing essential benefits to its customers. As food safety and quality is a high concern, its services help to keep customers’ food production high quality and reduces health and safety risks, by improving kitchen hygiene and safely disposing potentially hazardous materials such as leftover oil. Their services help their customers gain higher rating scores, and cut food preparation costs, overall winning Filtrafry a loyal and strong customer base.

Are there Filtrafry franchises currently for sale in the UK?

Filtrafry have territories available all over the UK, and there are a select number of territories available as resale opportunities, where existing franchises are already operating successfully.

How much does a Filtafry franchise cost?

To start your own franchise with an exclusive territory, you will need to invest a minimum of £14,950. The franchise cost includes all essential aspects such as equipment, the cost of training and a start-up pack. It’s possible to get funding from most major UK banks on the high street.

What are the initial steps to buying a Filtrafry franchise?

Filtrafry encourages potential franchisees to take time to get to know the business and what it entails, as well as ensuring that people are qualified to take on the franchise successfully.

After submitting an initial request, the franchise team first carry out a pre-screening call to discuss territories, fees and review your background and experience.

Following due diligence on your background and approval from the franchise team, you will then have the opportunity to meet other current franchisees, before attending a Discovery Day at Filtafry’s Rugby HQ, and spend time in-field with a franchisee to observe the service in action, and meet the Franchise Manager.

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FiltaFry has outlets available across the UK

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After this, you will receive a franchise offer by letter, and once everything is agreed, you’ll be able to start training and launch your business.

What experience do you need to start your own FiltaFry franchise?

Filtafry does not require any prior experience in the kitchen hygiene industry, but do look for “ideal operator” traits in franchisees: you should be self-starting and a quick learner to be able to easily pick up and manage the service systems, but more importantly, have excellent people skills. As building relationships with customers is key in a service-orientated business, being able to communicate well, resolve problems and build trust with customers will be essential qualities in any potential business owner.

What training and support is given to Filtafry franchisees?

All franchisees receive a comprehensive two-week training programme, with one week going through theoretical aspects in the classroom, and a second week on-site, with an established franchise to observe and learn the skills required to carry out all parts of the service.

You will also receive an eight week development plan, as well as support from a mentoring specialist to develop essential business skills in sales and marketing, and continued assistance from a business development manager to help you navigate the start-up phase successfully.

After launching your business, you will also have access to the company’s bespoke CRM system, FryTrack, where you can find online support, in addition to their technical, sales and support helplines.

What kind of earnings can you expect from a Filtrafry franchise?

Estimated earnings for established franchisees can be around £1,000 a week, with varying overheads, depending on the scale and location of clients. Overheads in generally are low for franchisees, as they require minimal set up, and the business can be run from home.

Could you earn a good income with a Filtrafry franchise?

Filtafry can be a hugely successful opportunity for potential franchisees, as the brand is already globally established and known amongst customers, giving you access to a strong business network. As Filtafry’s services are applicable across a diverse range of industries, there is no shortage of clients – successful franchisees have a truly varied client list that can include car manufacturers and corporate offices, prison kitchens, restaurants and more.

Franchisees can also choose their own operable hours because of the broad scope of customers available, and the many different types of business that require the service. This gives you the opportunity to build your own business according to your lifestyle and other commitments.

With extensive support provided through all stages of the business, from training and launch, to growing your business and expanding into multiple territories or employing other people, franchisees can rely on having expert guidance at all times.

How can you get started on running your own FiltaFry franchise?

Filtafry exhibit regularly at franchise shows across the country, where you can meet members of the franchise team, ask questions and find out more about opportunities. You can also contact them directly by submitting a query form online.