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LENARD'S

Join Australia’s
Leading Fresh
Chicken Franchise!

Since 1987 Lenard’s has had a passion for using only the freshest chicken and best ingredients to create handmade, innovative and convenient chicken products. This unique concept of value-adding to chicken has established us as a leader in the fresh food marketplace, and now after 34 years in business we are venturing into new retail models, including manufacturing and home delivery. And we are ready to find the perfect partners to join our business and share the love!

“We take pride thaT we’re
Lenard’s Franchisees.”

KERRY & JOHN – WARWICK GROVE

Join a long-standing, passionate family business.
Take advantage of an adaptable model allowing for multiple income streams, including retail, hospitality and home delivery.
Be amongst the first to launch our NEW business concepts - manufacturing, pre-cooked meals, self-service stores and rotisserie.
Utilise our long-term, credible and established suppliers.
Be part of an open-minded and growing brand.

Australians love chicken and they’re eating more every week  than any other meat. They now eat 47.7kg of chicken per  year – 54% more than 15 years ago. During this time beef  consumption has fallen from 34.9kg to 26.7kg. There has never  been a better time to be in the chicken business!

Source:  (Chicken.org, ABS – ‘Livestock Products Australia’)

NEW BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES WITH LENARD'S

With a name like Lenard ‘Poulter’ it was inevitable that Lenard would one day open a poultry business! 34 years, plenty of stores, thousands of products, and millions of happy customers later – Lenard is still overseeing management of the business today. He is excited to welcome new people to join the Lenard’s team and build your own business utilising one or more of our new concepts. With your initial investment focused on marketing to grow your customer base, packaging and machinery. These concepts include, but are not limited to –

Pre-packaged products
Cooked products
Grab and go self-service stores
Traditional deli stores
Hub and spoke
Manufacturing facilities
Home delivery
Rotisserie cafes

the lenard’s difference

Support

Business Coaches are our ‘boots on the ground’ and they have one goal: to help Franchise Owners grow their business. They work shoulder to shoulder with Franchise Owners to analyse their business, set targets, and achieve their goals.

Training

Our Franchise Owners come from all walks of life and initially have just this in common: a positive attitude and a desire to build something big. The training team is committed to providing Franchise Owners with all the tools and skills they need to succeed!

Marketing

Our dedicated marketing team work to drive customers to your business and establish you as the local chicken expert. Both nationally and locally, we are focused on developing strategies to build brand awareness and sales growth.

Chargeback

The chargeback team coordinate with all of the suppliers and use our national buying power to minimise the day-to-day hassle of managing accounts. Our Franchise Owners receive one weekly statement and make one weekly payment – it’s just that easy!

Innovation

Lenard’s Product Development Team never stop innovating with unique and convenient products released every year. By combining wholesome ingredients with the freshest chicken, more and more Lenard’s meals are making their way onto plates daily.

IT

To take the stress out of managing IT systems, we have a devoted team of technical experts and developers who are only ever a phone call away. Our systems have been developed from the ground up to streamline operations.

Franchise Development Process

Enquiry + Initial Contact

Make an enquiry and hear from the friendly Franchise Development Team within two business days!

“We love introducing new Franchise Owners into the Lenard’s business. Providing them with support and guidance as they strive for success is immensely rewarding. So we thank you for taking the time to consider investing in a Lenard’s franchise.” – Lenard Poulter, Founder