We make pizza more interesting!
It’s not just the finest ingredients we use, but the way we combine them to create unique combinations that are adventures in flavour. We make our pizza the authentic way, relying on instinct and measuring by hand rather than following a strict formula.
Our ‘boutique’ style extends beyond our menu, all the way through to a customer’s experience in a Crust store. While there are commonalities in store design, we endeavor to keep the boutique, local pizzeria feel in our store design and customer experience.
CRUST is not just a franchise; we are a family.
If you are ready to connect and cultivate customer experiences ‘A CRUST above the rest’… We want to speak to you! Call us today!
In our store, we have an array of ‘thank you’ awards displayed on top of the make bench and I’ve even had to put up new shelves to fit more in, which is evidence to my team & I that we’re appreciated within the community. We're extremely family oriented, my daughter has worked in the store for the last five years and my son has also helped out a lot.
Franchising offers you the opportunity to be in business for yourself, but not by yourself. Not only are you investing in a pizzeria you are sharing your passion and love of Italy through culturally rich and intimate dining experiences!
Gain the competitive edge by entering the market with an established, well known Australian brand!
It’s not just the finest ingredients we use, but the way we combine them to create unique combinations that are adventures in flavour.
We guide you through all the key milestones to opening your first store and work with you every step of the way.
We’ve done the hard work & setup. Ensure increased efficiency and productivity to launch your business into the future!
Have payroll, rostering, and HR all at your fingertips! We have streamlined your processes so you can spend more time focussing on the important tasks.
We offer you a world-class Franchise Partner training program, preparing you to own one of our Pizzerias!
Are you ready to claim the life you truly want? The next step is to empower yourself with information…
Speak with one of Franchisee Specialists today!
ENQUIRE NOWOnce you’ve decided on selecting franchise, We are there to support you every step of the way through the application process.
Register your initial interest by getting in touch today. We will be in touch with you within 1-2 business days. Then, if we’re both keen to get to know each other further, we will invite you to apply!
Submit your form and we review your application in detail. If you meet our initial criteria, we then arrange a mutually suitable time for a first meeting.
This is your chance to meet the team and discover exactly what’s involved in owning your own Pizzeria. From here we will discuss, review and assess the fit of the franchisee partnership.
Taking into account your application, interviews and our assessment, we now make a final decision on whether this franchise opportunity is for you and whether we go to the next step.
Now it’s time to set up shop, provide you with a formal franchisee approval and send you off to complete a comprehensive training program to enrol you in the key processes and procedures to effectively run your business.
Stock up on your sleep before the big day! It’s time to open the doors! Our team will be there to support you during the initial stages, offering all the help you need as you start to find your feet.
The first step to the lifestyle, freedom and financial security you want is a click away.
You don’t have to be Italian to feel the love of the CRUST culture and dining experience! This franchise is about food and family and no matter where you come from, it's a model that you are sure to find a home.
Crust Gourmet Pizza’s wholesome and fresh new-look franchises are NOW available for purchase – in multiple locations within Australia! Need to ask a few questions, or make an enquiry? Get in touch, our helpful Franchisee Specialists are ready to help you….
Equipment and set-up costs will vary from site to site. Our classically simple décor and streamlined operation makes the outlay uncomplicated and cost effective. As a guide, a franchise – from initial set-up to being fully operational – will cost between $375,000 and $450,000 excluding GST, including the initial franchise fee.
We are eager to open franchises in every capital city of Australia and we are growing fast. If you feel you have the right location, please call us.
Yes. Many of our Franchisees are multi-unit operators.This is the greatest indicator that there is a strong degree of satisfaction among Franchisees.
Crust provides ongoing support and training at all times. All new Franchisees undergo four weeks training at Head Office in QLD. Additional support includes marketing and advertising assistance and new product development. Our people are always available for queries and questions that need to be answered via email, telephone and after-hours emergency numbers.
Every franchise contributes to a marketing fund that is uses to run programs that range from radio, direct mail and outdoor advertising to branded pop up stores at local events.
Obviously, applicants who have managed people in the restaurant industry or the pizza delivery business are especially well prepared for the work required. Retail managers, or those who have retail business experience, also have very useful skills. While such experience is helpful, it is not a requirement. Most people in the restaurant business today came from totally unrelated fields without any intention of owning a restaurant. Our extensive training program and the ongoing guidance from our management team prepares you adequately to manage and operate your own store.
Yes. We are an owner/operator franchise system. At least one partner has to maintain a 50 percent ownership in the operating company and must be involved full-time in day to-day operations.
The amount of money you may earn depends on many factors, including how well you manage your store and control variable costs, local marketing and advertising, the cost of your investment and other unique circumstances. As a new Franchisee, it is important to have realistic expectations about the initial income you’ll be earning and to keep in mind that a gradual process of commitment and effort achieves ongoing success.
On average, it will take 8-12 weeks from the time you sign the Franchise Contract and Lease to the time you open your doors. As with most worthwhile things, it takes a bit of time to find the right site and to organise all details with the local council and all other relevant entities.
This is essentially a bond you pay to the Landlord as security over the tenancy. This would be refunded to you by the Landlord at the end of your lease subject to meeting the terms and conditions of your agreement.
This is a financial rebate the Landlord will pay to you generally upon completion of your new store build.
CRUST has allowed me to trade in my old corporate life to be my own boss! Like so many that go out on their own for the first time the stretch can be daunting… but the Crust systems and support have guided me to success every step of the way. If you are looking for a ticket to freedom and flexibility - look no further!