Auckland, ID 201613
Profitable Franchise Cafe, New Lease, Strong Sales, Prime Westfield Location This established Muffin Break cafe, positioned directly outside Kmart in the high-performing Westfield Albany centre, is a rare opportunity to secure a proven franchise in one of Auckland's most dynamic retail environments. With 75 seats, a full bakery offering, longstanding staff, and a newly secured 5-year lease at a reduced rental rate, this store is perfectly set up for a hands-on owner to step in and grow profitability from day one. The business has shown consistently stable sales, supported by strong foot traffic, an experienced team, and a brand with national recognition. As part of a busy centre undergoing further expansion, this store is strategically placed to benefit from Albany's rapidly growing trade area of more than 425,000 residents, with an accessible market approaching 920,000 people. Annual sales exceeded $860,000 in the most recent financial year, delivering more than $110,000 to a working owner after replacement of the manager. With a refreshed rental structure beginning in August 2025 and the support of one of New Zealand's most established food franchise groups, this is a commercially sound and scalable operation ready for its next operator. Business Highlights * New 5-year lease secured from 1 August 2025 at a reduced base rent of $173,000, a major cost saving compared to the current $222,000 * Weekly sales currently around $17,000, with steady performance and strong growth potential * Annual profit of $110,000 to a working owner after replacing the manager * 75 seats with full indoor/outdoor exposure in a prime Kmart-adjacent location * Trained and stable team, including a manager with 3+ years tenure * Established franchise support, regarded as one of the network's stronger stores with national training, marketing, and operational guidance * High-traffic retail environment, benefiting from the centre's upcoming expansion, major retailers, cinemas, supermarkets, and 140+ specialty stores The Opportunity Muffin Break Albany is a classic operationally sound franchise cafe with a strong bakery component, a loyal customer base, and an exceptional location that naturally generates consistent traffic throughout the day. For a hands-on operator, there are clear levers to increase profit: * Reduce labour costs by replacing the salaried manager * Improve food cost controls and wastage * Harness mall events and digital ordering to lift incremental sales * Capitalise on the centre's planned expansion and growing population base This is not a turnaround play, it is an already profitable business with momentum, stability, and a franchise system standing behind you every step of the way.
