Own a Growing Catering & Box Lunch Franchise in SC

COLUMBIA, South Carolina

Asking Price $224,900 Year Established 2019
Annual Revenue $763,322 Reason for Selling Retirement  
Annual P/L $0 Attention Doug Yntema
Annual Cash Flow $35,585 Listing Number 998451  
# of Employees 8 Business Category Food & Beverage: Catering, Food Preparation

Business Overview:

Tired of waiting years to build a business from scratch?
Step into a fully operational franchise with:

• 2024 revenue of $763,322, up 22% from the prior year.
• Equipment package worth $300,000 included in the sale.
• A loyal customer base of 100 regulars and 1,300 total clients.
• Cross-trained staff already in place (8 part-time employees)
This location has been operating since 2019 in a 3,000 sq ft leased facility retrofitted to franchise standards.
No inside dining means streamlined operations focused on catering and boxed meals.

Why a Resale is Better Than Starting New
• Immediate cash flow: $108,815 weighted average SDE
• Established customer relationships and brand reputation in Columbia.
• Proven systems and long-term employees already trained.
• Expansion opportunities into universities, government contracts, and nearby counties.
A start-up franchise would take years to reach this level of stability. With this resale, you’re buying into performance, not potential.

About the Brand
This national brand is recognized across the U.S. for premium boxed lunches and corporate catering. Franchisees benefit from:
• Tested recipes and operational processes.
• Ongoing training and support.
• High customer loyalty and strong community reputation.
Business Highlights
• Asking Price: $224,900
• Cash Flow (SDE): $108,815
• EBITDA 2024: $35,857
• Asset Value Included: $300,000
• Employees: 8 trained part-time team members
• Reason for Sale: Retirement
• Seller Financing: Available

Act now while this opportunity is still available!!!

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Property Features and Assets:

<p>The business operates from a 3,000 sq ft leased facility in Columbia, SC, fully outfitted to franchise specifications. The property is designed exclusively for catering and box lunch operations with no dine-in, supported by an additional 500 sq ft storage area. Assets included in the sale are valued at $300,000 and feature a complete commercial kitchen package: ovens, mixers, steam kettle, meat slicer, walk-in cooler, freezers, refrigerated prep stations, bread slicer, work tables, and smallwares. The facility layout supports efficient, high-volume production and delivery, making it ideal for corporate catering and institutional accounts. Long-term employees are trained in operations, ensuring continuity for a new owner.<br></p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>This franchise serves the catering and box lunch market with strong demand from corporate, government, and institutional clients. It stands out through brand reputation, loyal customers, and efficient systems. Growth potential includes expanding into contracts with the University of South Carolina, government and military accounts, and nearby counties such as Sumter and Fairfield. Hiring a sales manager or adding weekend operations could further increase revenue.<br></p>

Additional Details:

  • The property is Leased.
  • The owner is willing to train/assist the new owner.
  • This is not homebased business opportunity.
  • This is a franchise resale opportunity

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