Chesters Chicken
Founded in Preston in 2004, Chesters Chicken is a halal quick-service franchise serving chicken, pizzas, burgers and wraps, with 21 reported UK locations and four-week pre-opening training.
About Chesters Chicken
Chesters Chicken was established in Preston in 2004 by Khalid Yussuf to serve customers seeking halal and diverse fast-food choices. Its broad menu includes chicken, pizza, burgers, wraps, fajitas, kebabs, piri piri dishes, salads and desserts, available for dine-in, takeaway and delivery. The business reports 21 locations, concentrated in north-west England, with additional outlets in London and Essex. Drive-thru restaurants are being considered but are not confirmed as operating. Franchise applicants progress through an assessment covering discussions, site surveys, approval, development and launch. Chesters provides four weeks of pre-opening training, guidance on hygiene, quality control and promotions, and ongoing monthly assessments and mystery shopper feedback. The company also welcomes enquiries from owners of suitable commercial premises.
Why franchise with Chesters Chicken
- Established in Preston in 2004, with 21 reported UK locations and experience in halal fast food.
- Broad menu covers chicken, pizza, burgers, wraps and desserts for dine-in, takeaway and delivery.
- Four weeks of pre-opening training helps franchisees prepare for service and brand standards.
- Ongoing monthly reviews and mystery shopper assessments provide structured performance feedback.
- Franchisor supports quality control, food hygiene, promotions and publicity throughout operations.
- Site assessment and approval process helps applicants evaluate premises before development begins.
Investment breakdown
| Management service fee | On request |
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| Marketing contribution | On request |
| Agreement term | On request |
What's expected of a franchisee
Property requirements
Chesters Chicken considers premises suitable for a quick-service restaurant offering dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Prospective franchisees undergo a site survey and approval process before development begins. Owners of suitable freehold or leasehold premises may also approach the company, provided the property has appropriate planning status. Specific floor area, frontage, seating, extraction, parking and drive-thru requirements have not been disclosed.
Training and support
Chesters Chicken provides a four-week in-house training programme before opening, covering operational preparation and brand standards. Support includes food quality control, hygiene, promotions and publicity. Following launch, the franchisor conducts monthly check-ups using a rating system and mystery shopper assessments to monitor performance. Franchisees must hold basic food hygiene certificates. Further details of on-site launch assistance are not supplied.
Operational requirements
Franchisees must manage day-to-day service, food quality, hygiene and staff performance in line with Chesters Chicken standards. Basic food hygiene certification is required. Operators should be prepared for long and unsociable hours, particularly evenings and weekends, and must communicate effectively with their teams. The concept supports dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Staffing, equipment, opening hours and licences will depend on the approved premises.
Experience required
Chesters Chicken seeks committed, motivated operators who can lead staff, communicate clearly and maintain strong customer service. Applicants should understand that fast-food trading can involve long hours, especially during evenings and weekends, and should have the support needed to sustain that commitment. The franchisor emphasises enthusiasm, determination and the ability to motivate a team. Previous restaurant experience is not explicitly required in the information provided.
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