About Us
Barcelos...famous for flame grilled chicken

Barcelos Flame Grilled Chicken opened its first store in Sunnyside Pretoria in 1993 and started franchising in 1998. We currently have 93 stores internationally and the brand is known for quality chicken products and generous portions.
A dedicated team is the driving force behind the operations of this franchise company. Complete operational and managerial training is part of the package and franchisees benefit from ongoing product and systems development. The current trend towards healthy living and the demand for affordable fast food is driving this successful recipe.
Why own a “Barcelos” franchise?
Chicken fast food establishments generate billions in South Africa every year. Recent surveys have shown that 1 in every 5 chickens bought in South Africa, is purchased from a chicken fast food outlet.
Barcelos Flame Grilled Chicken is a leading International brand with a well established identity. With 93 stores in 6 different countries, we are expanding rapidly and becoming a household name, which is recognised locally and abroad. We have shown steady growth over a 10 year period and trends indicate that this will continue in the years to come.
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What does this franchise cost?

From as little as R700 000 you can own a Barcelos franchise, depending on the size of the outlet. The ideal site would be ± 90m².
What do I get for my investment?
We set up a turnkey store with all the necessary equipment, including grilling, frying and cooling equipment, packaging, signage, as well as all advertising and marketing material you will need. We have professional shop fitters that are part of our dedicated team and each shop will be laid out according to the demand of the site and the area that it is situated in. Our central processing facilities are available for your convenience and daily or weekly deliveries can be arranged to provide you with only the best stock.
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How we train and support you
We offer all new recruits an extensive training program and ongoing on-site support to existing staff and managers. We feel that sound knowledge of the brand and the product is paramount in managing a successful team.
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Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate would be someone who has strong managerial skills and is a peoples’ person.
Experience in the hospitality industry would be advantageous but is not essential. Commitment, dedication and hard work remain the basic keys to success.
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Available locations
We currently have available sites in Gauteng North, Gauteng Central and the Western Cape.
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