Southern Steer Butcher Franchise — Costs & How to Buy
A neighborhood butcher is what every community needs
- Initial investment
- —
- Franchise fee
- $59,500
- Royalty
- —
- Units open
- —
- Liquid capital
- $150 – $250
- Founded
- 2013
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Overview
Southern Steer is a franchise company that operates neighborhood butcher shops. Founded in 2013, the company aims to provide communities with high-quality meats and complimentary gourmet groceries. They experienced significant growth in 2020 due to increased home cooking. Southern Steer offers entrepreneurs a proven business model and extensive support to help them establish successful butcher shops.
Key differentiators
["Resilience of the butcher shop concept: 'A Butcher Shop Never Goes Out of Style' – addresses a growing demand for quality, taste, and source in meat due to foodie culture and health focus.","Comprehensive training and support: Ensures franchisees are well-equipped and never alone in their business journey, leveraging the franchisor's extensive operational knowledge.","Potential for work/life balance and strong community connection: Positions the business as enjoyable with good profit potential and opportunities for meaningful community engagement."]
Training & support
Southern Steer provides exceptional training and ongoing support to its franchisees. They state that franchisees will 'never be alone in business' and that they will help 'every step of the way.' This includes guiding franchisees through the steps to ownership, from an introduction call to onsite training and grand opening. The company has a 'visionary leadership team' with decades of experience to help entrepreneurs succeed.
Ideal candidate
Their target market for the actual butcher shops includes health-conscious consumers and food enthusiasts who prioritize high-quality, traceable meat and gourmet ingredients for home cooking. This market is described as valuing exceptional quality, taste, and source of their meat. The rise of 'foodie culture' and focus on 'health & wellness' also defines this demographic, which is increasingly eating meals at home.
Available territories
The company is currently franchising to communities across Florida and eventually plans to expand nationwide. No specific details about exclusive territory rights are provided.
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Southern Steer Butcher franchise — frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to open a Southern Steer Butcher franchise?+
Total initial investment for a Southern Steer Butcher franchise typically ranges from $0 to $0, including the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, initial inventory, and working capital for the first three months of operations.
What ongoing fees does Southern Steer Butcher charge?+
Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty calculated as a percentage of gross revenue, plus a brand development fund contribution. Specific percentages and minimums are disclosed in Item 6 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Do I need industry experience to own a Southern Steer Butcher franchise?+
No prior industry experience is required. Southern Steer Butcher provides initial training, an operations manual, and ongoing field support. Successful candidates typically bring management experience, leadership skills, and a willingness to follow the system.
How long does it take to open a Southern Steer Butcher location?+
From signed franchise agreement to grand opening, most Southern Steer Butcher franchisees open within 6 to 12 months. Timeline depends on real estate selection, permitting, build-out, and training completion.
Is financing available for Southern Steer Butcher franchisees?+
Southern Steer Butcher is registered with the SBA Franchise Directory, which streamlines SBA 7(a) loan approval. Most franchisees finance 60–80% of the initial investment through a combination of SBA loans, equipment financing, and personal capital.