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Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Young Chef’s Academy with 30% Membership Growth - Franchise!
Asking Price
$139,900
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
$104,925
Cash Flow
Call/Email
Name: Thomas Rink
Name
Thomas Rink
Description
The business has experienced approximately 30% growth in membership over the past year, demonstrating increasing demand and a loyal, expanding customer base. With recurring memberships, seasonal programs, and event-based revenue, the model provides both stability and scalability.
Backed by a recognized franchise system, the operation benefits from structured curriculum, training, and ongoing support, while still allowing for local market flexibility and community connection.
The facility is fully equipped with professional kitchen classrooms and event space, and includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment, and inventory. A trained team is already in place, enabling a smooth transition for a new owner.
Seller financing is available for up to 25% of the purchase price, offering an attractive structure for qualified buyers and reducing upfront capital requirements.
This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator, family buyer, or entrepreneur seeking a purpose-driven business in the growing children’s enrichment sector.
Transworld Business Advisors of Cleveland Metro | Akron | Canton is the leading and best business broker in Cleveland, providing confidential business sales, M&A advisory, valuations, franchise consulting, and exit planning. Backed by the world’s largest business brokerage network, we help owners sell with confidence and buyers acquire the right opportunities.
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This business is well positioned for growth, with several clear avenues for expansion that a new owner could pursue. Memberships represent the largest and most stable source of revenue, and there is strong opportunity to increase weekday programming. By adding classes during school hours, the business could capture homeschool families, preschool-age children, and parents with flexible schedules who are seeking enrichment activities outside the standard afterschool model.
Seasonal camps are another proven area for expansion. Demand during school breaks and summer sessions has remained consistently strong, and adding more camp offerings or introducing new themes would allow the business to reach more families and increase repeat participation. Workshops and special events also provide an avenue to grow, as themed cooking experiences and cultural classes attract both new and returning customers.
Partnerships with schools, scout troops, and community organizations already contribute steady income, but these relationships could be expanded through additional outreach and exclusive group programs. Building on these connections would not only increase group bookings but also serve as an effective pipeline for ongoing memberships and event reservations.
There is also potential to extend the reach of the business beyond the physical location. Offering online or hybrid cooking experiences would align with broader industry trends in digital enrichment and allow families outside the immediate area to participate. At the same time, a stronger marketing presence through targeted campaigns, community partnerships, and referral incentives could increase brand visibility and bring in new clients.
With multiple revenue streams already in place and a growing market for children’s enrichment, the business offers a buyer the chance to expand both in scale and in scope. The next stage of growth can come from building deeper community ties, broadening program offerings, and exploring new delivery formats that meet the needs of modern families.
https://tworld.com/locations/Ohio/clevelandmetro/listings/Young-Chef’s-Academy-with-30-Membership-Growth-Franchise-
Business Details
Year Established:
2019
Employees:
9
FE&E:
$12,130
Reason for sale:
Retirement
Lease & Tenant Information
Lease Expiration:
10/30/2030
Lease Options:
$2,700
Other Information
Listing Number:
022822-362907
Sales:
$236,337
Seller's Discretionary Earnings:
$64,878
Inventory:
$1,000
Posting Information
Posting ID:
ID tw:86802 / Listing Number 022822-362907
Business Category:
Educational/School, Food Business Retail
Keywords:
Transworld
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