Cinnzeo

About Cinnzeo

Cinnzeo is a Canadian bakery café concept established in Calgary in 1987, specialising in freshly baked cinnamon rolls served alongside premium coffee, lattes, Italian sodas and fruit smoothies. Its in-store bakery creates a distinctive customer experience through the aroma of warm cinnamon rolls and fresh dough. The brand reports approximately 70 locations across Canada, Mexico, Mongolia and the Middle East. Cinnzeo previously launched a UK franchise location in Oldham in 2008, but its current trading status is not confirmed. The business is now seeking a UK master franchise partner or experienced area developers to build a substantial national network, rather than individual single-site franchisees. Flexible formats include kiosks, shopping centre units and high-street premises. Partners receive training and ongoing operational guidance from the franchise support team.

Why franchise with Cinnzeo

• ✓Established Canadian bakery café concept with a heritage of freshly baked cinnamon rolls since 1987.
• ✓Offer signature cinnamon rolls alongside premium coffee, lattes, smoothies and Italian sodas.
• ✓Flexible kiosk, shopping centre and high-street formats can occupy spaces from 150 to 2,000 sq ft.
• ✓Benefit from an in-store bakery experience designed around fresh baking and welcoming aromas.
• ✓Access structured training, ongoing operational support and an established bakery business model.
• ✓Develop a UK network through master franchise or area development rights for experienced operators.

Investment breakdown

Minimum investment	£200,000
Franchise fee	£17,500
Management service fee	6%
Marketing contribution	2%
Agreement term	On request

What's expected of a franchisee

Property requirements

Cinnzeo can operate from kiosks, shopping centre units and high-street premises, with formats ranging from approximately 150 to 2,000 sq ft. Its bakery café concept incorporates fresh baking and drinks preparation, so premises must accommodate the equipment and service layout required by the chosen format. Fit-out costs are estimated at £150,000-£200,000, depending on size and condition. No minimum frontage, ceiling height or lease term is specified.

Training and support

Cinnzeo offers franchise partners structured initial training and ongoing operational support through its experienced franchise support team. The business provides an established bakery café operating model intended to help partners deliver fresh products, consistent service and positive customer experiences. The supplied information does not specify training duration, opening-day assistance, supply arrangements or the exact services provided to master franchisees and area developers.

Operational requirements

Cinnzeo franchise partners are expected to develop and oversee a network of bakery cafés rather than operate a single franchised outlet. Locations may use kiosk, shopping centre or high-street formats and serve freshly baked cinnamon rolls, coffee and other drinks. Operators must manage staffing, food preparation, customer service, hygiene and financial performance while maintaining brand standards. Specific staffing levels, opening hours and production schedules are not disclosed.

Experience required

Cinnzeo is seeking a UK master franchise partner or experienced area developers capable of establishing and growing a substantial bakery café network. Single-unit applications are not currently being considered. Suitable partners should have proven business and team leadership skills, operational experience and the financial resources to support multi-site expansion. The brand values strong customer service, community engagement and a commitment to supporting employees and guests.

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