Four Star Pizza
Founded in Washington, US, in 1981, Four Star Pizza is a delivery-led pizza franchise serving freshly made pizzas across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
About Four Star Pizza
Four Star Pizza began in Washington state in 1981, founded by Alan and Sarah Cottrill, and expanded into Ireland in the 1980s. The delivery-led brand prepares fresh dough in-store daily and offers made-to-order pizzas, sides and meal deals for home delivery and collection. Its Irish operation is controlled by Michael Holland through Gonville, with Colin Hughes appointed chief executive in 2022.
The network comprises franchised and company-operated outlets across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The brand continues to recruit hands-on franchise partners, with a focus on consistent food quality, local marketing and reliable delivery service. Franchisees receive operating manuals, practical training and support with store layout, equipment and launch preparation. Its current recruitment materials emphasise management experience, sufficient funding and active involvement in daily operations.
Why franchise with Four Star Pizza
- Join a recognised pizza delivery brand with an established network across the island of Ireland.
- Serve made-to-order pizzas prepared with fresh dough produced in-store every day.
- Access operating manuals, practical training and guidance on running a delivery-led shop.
- Receive support with store layout, kitchen equipment specifications and opening preparation.
- Benefit from group purchasing arrangements, marketing guidance and franchise team expertise.
- Build a locally managed business offering delivery, takeaway and customer collection services.
Investment breakdown
| Minimum investment | €120,000 |
|---|---|
| Maximum investment | €250,000 |
| Franchise fee | €10,000 |
| Management service fee | 5.5% of net store sales |
| Marketing contribution | 3% |
| Agreement term | 10 years |
What's expected of a franchisee
Property requirements
Four Star Pizza requires premises suitable for pizza preparation, storage, customer collection and delivery dispatch. Shops need space for commercial ovens, dough production, refrigeration, food preparation and order handling, with seating where appropriate. Franchisees generally identify premises and negotiate leases themselves; the franchisor advises on target areas and reviews proposed leases.
Training and support
The supplied franchise profile describes four weeks of on-site training covering food preparation, store management, accounts, customer service, delivery and marketing. Franchisees also receive an operations manual and ongoing advice on recruiting, managing and developing their teams. Head office provides store layout and equipment guidance, while local marketing support helps with launch and trading.
Operational requirements
Four Star Pizza franchisees run delivery-led pizza shops, preparing dough daily and making pizzas to order. Responsibilities include food safety, stock purchasing, staffing, delivery coordination, customer service, local marketing and financial controls. Operators must follow approved recipes and operating procedures, manage ordering technology and maintain product quality. The franchisor expects partners to be actively involved in daily trading and their local communities.
Experience required
Current franchise recruitment materials require catering or restaurant management experience, business management skills and evidence of funding. Applicants must submit a CV and business plan and demonstrate provision for 18 months of working capital. Four Star Pizza seeks hands-on partners who can lead teams, manage profit and loss, use technology and engage with their communities.
Territory availability
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