How does the business operate on a daily basis?
The owner will open up and start making some chicken.
He will start prepping untill the staff comes in around 11:00.
The trade mostly pick up in the afternoons.

How are the clients attracted to the business?
This is an affordable, high quality and sought after product.

What Advertising/Marketing is carried out?
Social Media

What competition exists?
There are a few take away shops in the area.

What are the seasonal trends?
During winter months, hot foods do better than salads, which does great in the summer.

Is the business VAT Registered?
Yes

Are there up-to-date Management Accounts available?
The seller has provided his own management accounts.

Is Seller finance available and for what amount?
No

What is the total staff complement?
4 staff members who mostly, work in shifts of 2

Give a breakdown of staff/ functions/ length of service?
2 x general workers dealing with clients and the till.
2 Men, also as generag workers

Do any have management potential?
Yes

How involved is the Owner in running the business?
He opens up, does the cash-up, prepares the grill, and braai some chicken.
Does a stock take and orders what is needed.

When does the current lease end?
Sep 2027

Is there an option of renewal & what period?
Yes

What are the trading hours?
09:00 - 20:00

What are the main assets of the business?
Full Asset list on file.

Are any items not included in the sale?
The owner will not be selling the recipe for the barbeque sauce.
However - he will become a supplier to the store with the sauce.

What is their overall condition?
In Working Condition

Strengths?
Established local presence in the area with a visible location at a busy shopping centre wher ethe anchor tennant is a SPAR.
Popular product category: flame-grilled chicken remains a staple, high-frequency purchase item.
Competitive against larger brands through local relationships, personalised service, and flexible promotions.
Lower overheads than major franchise competitors.

Weaknesses?
Limited brand recognition outside the local area compared to national chains such as KFC, Nando's, Pedros, Hungry Lion, and Chicken Licken.
Customer traffic may be heavily dependent on the Spar Centre location.
Smaller marketing budget and purchasing power than franchise competitors.
Potential owner-management dependence.

Opportunities?
Expand delivery services through platforms such as Mr D and Uber Eats or do Inhouse deliveries.
Increase catering, school, church, sports club, and community event offerings.
Introduce loyalty programmes and family meal deals.
Capitalise on growing demand for convenient, affordable take-away meals.

Threats?
Intense competition from national chicken brands and fast-food chains operating
Rising chicken, cooking oil, electricity, and labour costs.
Consumer spending pressure may reduce discretionary take-away purchases.
New franchise entrants with stronger marketing and buying power.

What is the reason for the sale?
The owner wants scale down.

Why is this a good business?
This is a simple operating model, strong demand for chicken products, repeat local customers, and the potential to scale turnover through delivery and catering channels.

This is an established flame-grilled chicken takeaway operating from a busy Spar Centre, serving a loyal local customer base in a high-demand food category. The business benefits from strong daily demand for affordable takeaway meals and has developed local brand recognition within the Paarl community.

Key investment attractions include:
Essential consumer product: Chicken remains one of South Africa's most popular and affordable protein choices, creating consistent customer demand throughout the year.
Established trading location: Situated within a well-known shopping centre that generates regular foot traffic.
Repeat customer business: Takeaway food businesses benefit from frequent repeat purchases and customer loyalty when quality and service are maintained.
Simple operating model: Easier to manage than many restaurant businesses, with a focused menu and takeaway-oriented operation.
Growth opportunities: Potential exists to expand delivery sales, catering services, family meal offerings, and digital marketing initiatives.
Lifestyle business: Suitable for an owner-operator seeking a hands-on business with established systems and an existing customer base.
Defensive industry: Even during difficult economic periods, consumers continue to seek affordable prepared meals, making the takeaway sector relatively resilient.

This business would be particularly attractive to:

An owner-operator seeking a proven food business.
A family looking to relocate to the Cape Winelands area.
An entrepreneur wanting an entry point into the fast-food sector.
An existing food operator looking to acquire and grow a local brand