You’ll have ongoing operational support and mentoring from an experienced franchise consultant, who will regularly review performance, share insights and help you plan growth.

They’re backed by access to specialist teams across operations, marketing, people, technology and more. Support is built into your business, helping you protect standards and solve issues early.

The goal is to have fewer surprises, better decisions and stronger outcomes.

Training that keeps building

Your journey starts with a structured training programme that prepares you for the realities of ownership; and development never stops after that.

As you grow, you’ll keep learning through workshops, leadership forums and ongoing coaching, sharpening how you lead people and scale sustainably.

Investment and funding 

Typically, new restaurant owners bring at least £300,000 in unencumbered funds and can fund the remainder of their first restaurant purchase through our partner banks, subject to approval.

After year 1, typical annual cash flow – the money left in your business before you have taken a personal draw, and paid any loans or tax payments that may be outstanding – is £120K-£400K.

Run well, a McDonald’s business can create both freedom and choice: the means to support family goals, fund education, build property or pension portfolios, or simply spend time on what matters most to you.