I absolutely love it, I love the place and I love the people! This is my 2nd store and I’m always looking for more opportunities!
I was a customer of Jamaica Blue before and I love the food, I love the design and I love the ambience.
“Buying a Jamaica Blue Franchise was simply the best choice”
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Dive into our video series to discover the people, support and opportunities behind our franchise network.
What Makes Us Unique?
We're Here For You
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Operations
Ongoing support from your Business Coach to drive efficiency and profitability.
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Training
Comprehensive initial and ongoing web based training for you and your staff.
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Marketing
National and local campaigns to drive sales and customer engagement. App based loyalty program – Jamaica Blue Rewards.
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Leasing
Securing locations and managing lease negotiations and renewals.
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Design & Build
End-to-end project management for store builds and refurbishments.
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Product & Supply
New product innovation and reliable supply to maximise sales and margins.
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Human Resources
Expert support to ensure compliance and manage employment queries.
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IT & Support
Dedicated helpdesks for POS and in-store assistance.
Our awards
2025 Franchise Council of Australia
Field Manager of the Year
2024 Golden Bean Awards, Gold Medal for Signature Blend, Large Chain/Franchise/ Retail Milk Based.
2024 FCA Winner
Established Franchisor of the Year
2024 QSR Awards
Special Recognition
& Rising Star
2023 Frandata
5-star rating
2019 QSR Media Best
Brand Transformation Award Winner
Steps to owning your dream Jamaica Blue café
If you’ve always dreamed of your own café business, joining a brand like Jamaica Blue gives you the chance to own and run an award-winning café brand with a proven formula.
If you’d love to own it like a boss, we’ve broken down the steps to joining a brand people love:
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STEP 1:
CONSULTATION
- Apply online
- Meet your Franchise Executive
- Select a site
- Review documentation
- Franchise interview and approval
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STEP 2:
ADMINISTRATION
- Pay a $5,000 deposit
- Seek legal, accounting and business advice
- Review and sign the franchise documentation
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STEP 3:
TRAINING
- Intensive CORE training
- Instore hands on training
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STEP 4:
ACTIVATION
- Finalisation of store design/equipment
- Marketing plan activation
- Staff recruitment
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LAUNCH —
YOUR JAMAICA
BLUE CAFÉ
OPENS
SUBMIT AN ENQUIRY
The enquiry form below is for Franchise Partners who wish to purchase a Franchise. If you wish to
apply for employment in one of our cafés, please click here.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What will it cost to set-up a new Jamaica Blue café?
The total investment cost ranges from approximately $350,000 to $500,000 plus GST, the price can vary depending on the location, size and shop-build required. When you purchase a Jamaica Blue Cafe, your investment is all inclusive, which means your business is ready to go with no extra hidden costs! Once you are set on a location, we can provide an accurate price, so you can confidently plan your investment.
Do you have an on-going royalty fee?
The on-going royalty fee is 6%, plus a 3% marketing fund contribution, both calculated on gross sales and payable weekly, supporting brand growth and driving customers into your café.
Do I require any specific food or café experience?
No café experience? No problem! Many of our franchise partners start with no hospitality background. We’ll ensure you receive the training that you need. Of course, any hospitality, customer service or management experience is a bonus but not essential.
What training is provided?
Our 3-week award winning training is comprehensive and unique to Jamaica Blue and comprises of both in-store training and workshops.
Centre of Retail Excellence (CORE): An in-depth 2-week program of training in our Jamaica Blue Training Centre of Excellence. Here you will learn that Jamaica Blue is more than just making coffee; it’s about providing our customers the escape they need in their day. Through hands-on training our franchise partners complete both theoretical and technical training in the following key areas:
- Culinary Skills including preparation and back of house management.
- Customer Service
- Barista Training
- Shift Management
- Workshops: Designed to ensure our franchise partners have the ability to manage a Jamaica Blue Café. You will attend workshops which will cover the following key areas:
- Business & Financial Management
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Leadership
In-store: On the opening of a Jamaica Blue store, franchise partners will receive an initial 7-10 days of field support by a minimum of two accredited Jamaica Blue Operations coaches, to help you and your team deliver a strong start.
Do I need citizenship or residency?
Yes, to become a Jamaica Blue Franchise Partner you will need to hold either permanent residency, be an Australian Citizen or have the VISA requirements to own and run a business in Australia.
What’s the return on investment?
Return on investment can vary depending on store to store and relies on many factors. We share real store performance data with serious applicants after you complete an application, so you can make informed decisions based on actual results from existing cafés.
Please complete the enquiry form on our website or contact us directly to access an Application Form.
Can I choose the location?
We have new café opportunities listed by state on our website. If you already have a location in mind, we’d love to hear about it. We can assess the site with you and explore its potential as a new café.
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