The Main Support Office of HOT DOG CAFÉ™ is situated in Centurion, Pretoria. Our Main Support Office has been developed to incorporate all services essential to developing and maintaining a first-class franchise.
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ oversees the following disciplines to ensure that the Franchisee receives nothing but the best franchise support system.
Expect the Best Outlets
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ outlets have been developed to replicate an era when people took pride in their products, a time of wholesome value, a time of craft. A time when the food was great and the value for money was even better. Visiting a HOT DOG CAFÉ™ outlet is therefore a nostalgic journey back to the ‘good old days’ when traditional value was truly on a roll.
Expect the Best Products
Every product that HOT DOG CAFÉ™ offers meets the most stringent quality controls, so that taste, consistency and freshness are never sacrificed. And since we only use the best ingredients, one can imagine the level of dedication and attention to detail required to meet our exacting standards.
Our range of sausages is obviously critical to the HOT DOG CAFÉ™ offering. All of the HOT DOG CAFÉ™ sausages have been developed by a Fleischmeister and are based on the original HOT DOG CAFÉ™ recipe. Each sausage is quite simply a masterpiece and far superior to anything else on the market. Forget the humble skinless sausage! With just one bite you'll realise why you can expect the best from HOT DOG CAFÉ™!
In keeping with the HOT DOG CAFÉ™ philosophy of 'Expect the Best', our menus have been thoughtfully developed to offer our customers the best variation of the original HOT DOG CAFÉ™ and accompaniments that compliment each taste sensation. Dog Bites and Saucy Fries have also been incorporated into our exciting offering to ensure that every taste is catered for.
Why become a franchisee?
Customers recognise and trust the HOT DOG CAFəbrand.
Being in business for yourself, but not by yourself.
Proven Business system.
Training, product development, marketing and finance specialists are available.
Established and proven Supplier networks.
Expect the Best Heritage
It is said that HOT DOG CAFÉ™ vending was born in 1936. It captured the imagination of New York City and answered the need for a convenient and wholesome meal-on-the-go. Today the world is a significantly different place but the HOT DOG CAFÉ™ is even more popular than ever. The original 1936 HOT DOG CAFÉ™ was a winning formula; a true classic that has transcended generations and fashions. This is why our HOT DOG CAFÉ™s have been crafted by a Fleishmeister to an original recipe and, that with just one bite; you’ll know why they’re still loved by millions, over seventy years later.
This however does not mean we’re stuck in the past. By combining the best of the new with the best of the past, our consumers are always able to expect the best traditional value on a roll.
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ started with just a few carts. The concept proved to be so popular and profitable that we were forced to open the first HOT DOG CAFÉ™ Diner.
The Diner far exceeded expectations. Thus the HOT DOG CAFÉ™ brand was born and along with it, the opportunity to franchise. Since then HOT DOG CAFÉ™ has gone on to develop the innovative E-Diner, the Mini E-Diner and the Kiosk.
That was over 10 years ago and to date the growth of the brand has been sure and steady. Currently the brand has 8 Diners, 9 E-Diners, 2 Mini E-Diners, 98 Wild Bean Cafés and over 26 Carts operating nationally. HOT DOG CAFÉ™ now has over 140 outlets nationwide.
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ is a business format franchise, offering a turnkey operation.
HOT DOG CAFəbrand standards are imperative and maintenance of these standards is of the utmost importance to HOT DOG CAFə brand strength. A brand is, after all, only as strong as its weakest link.
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ has over the years entered into associations with various organisations to enhance the profile and offering of the brand. Below are some of the associations that HOT DOG CAFÉ™ currently has:
FASA (Franchising Association of South Africa)
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ is a full member of FASA. FASA is the watchdog of ethical franchising in South Africa and to become a member, one must subscribe to the strict Code of ethics and business practices and must undergo a comprehensive evaluation of one’s franchise system. To view more information about FASA go to www.fasa.co.za
Seda
Seda has funded a number of “Cadet Programmes”. The “Cadet Programme” was set up as a six month programme to transfer entrepreneurial and management skills to unemployed, previously disadvantaged youth. Many of the cadets on the programme went on to become HOT DOG CAFÉ™ franchisees.
BP
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ has a master agreement with B.P. throughout South Africa, and currently has carts operating on various forecourts of these busy service stations. HOT DOG CAFÉ™ is also a part of the B.P. concept – Wild Bean Café that is available in various B.P. Express Shops.
NYDA (National Youth Development Agency)
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ has formed a partnership with the NYDA and Massmart to spearhead an empowerment project, giving HOT DOG CAFÉ™ the opportunity to empower previously disadvantaged members of society.
Massmart-Umsobumvu Youth Development Fund
The Massmart-Umsobumvu Youth Development Fund has funded a variety of HOT DOG CAFÉ™ outlets, where the franchisee is a Previously Disadvantaged Individual.
Massmart
Massmart via Builders Warehouse, Game and Makro has provided sites for a number of franchisees on a preferential basis.
Masisizane Fund (Old Mutual)
The Masisizane Fund provides financing for Previously Disadvantaged Women at preferential rates.
HOT DOG CAFÉ™ Café Other brands in the group
The Coffee Stop was conceptualised to add value to the Builders Warehouse customers. The concept offers a range of coffees and a menu that is sure to have all mouths watering. All of these stores are run by previously disadvantaged youth who have gone through a six month management training programme offered by HOT DOG CAFÉ™.
