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Pietermaritzburg in KZN Now Open!

Tel : (033) 342 2337
255 Chief Albert Luthuli Street (corner burger street), Pietermaritzburg

Terms & Conditions

Roman's Pizza Terms & Conditions

Please note: You pay for the more expensive of the two pizzas ordered. You will be charged for all extra toppings. Price applies for single topping per pizza. No menu substitutes. Right of Admission Reserved.

Roman's Pizza Voucher Terms & Conditions

This voucher may only be redeemed at the branch specified above, for any Roman's Pizza menu product to the value as shown on this voucher (Rands only) Vouchers may not be exchanged for cash. No change shall be given should the order amount be less than the total voucher amount. Should the total order amount exceed the total voucher amount, Roman's Pizza requires the customer or bearer of this voucher to pay in the excess amount.

Lunchtime Special Terms & Conditions

The Lunchtime Special is only available from 11AM to 4PM from Monday to Friday. The Lunchtime Special costs R19.90 for any small pizza, or R24.90 for any small pizza and a 330ml Pepsi or any affiliated flavor (Pepsi Lite, Pepsi Max, 7up, 7up Free, Mirinda, Mountain Dew). Extra toppings are not offered free of charge.

Munch More Mondays Terms & Conditions

The Munch More Mondays special entitles customers to any two pasta dishes for only R59.90. The Munch More Monday special is only available on Mondays. The special is only available at sit down stores (Centurion, Hatfield, Glen Gables, Fordsburg, Northmead and Roodepoort) and not take away stores. Offer excludes chicken dishes (Athenian Chicken, Parisian Chicken, Chicken Primavera and slimmer’s delight) The special is not available for takeaway and must be eaten in-store. Any extra toppings will be charged for.

Franchising

  • How we started
  • Our pledge
  • Operational costs
  • Profile of the ideal Franchisee
  • Site details
  • Layout of stores
  • Franchise agreement
  • Salient features
  • Obligations of the Franchisor
  • Trademark
  • Financial Information
  • Required documentation
  • Disclosure document

  • How we started

    It all started in 1993 when the current owner, Mr. A. Nicolakakis, a restauranteur by trade decided to purchase a flagging pizza restaurant with the intention of turning it around with his extensive knowledge and expertise. After operating the store for a year he realised the product the store was selling was ridiculously over priced and therefore the store would continue to suffer financially, unless some changes were made. Instead of changing the prices he decided to rather keep the same prices and rather give two pizzas for the price of one. That is when Little Caesar’s came into being.

    As public knowledge of this fantastic, very competitively priced product grew, consumer demand lead to the opening of Little Caesar’s in other locations in Pretoria as well as surrounding areas. Unfortunately legalities arose with the registration of the company name, which then favourably lead to the “birth” of Roman’s Pizza in 2002.

    Since then the company has gone from strength to strength due to the franchisor’s “hands-on” approach. Our goal today remains the same, and that is to offer the best value for money in the industry. Many have attempted to imitate our concept, but as yet, none have succeeded. Today, Roman’s Pizza has some of the busiest pizzerias in the country with some of our stores selling up to and even at times in excess of 2,000 pizzas per night. We aim to offer consumers throughout the country a more affordable meal and at the same time provide the franchisee with a substantial return on his capital.

  • Our pledge

    At Roman’s Pizza we strive to provide the best quality pizzas at the best value for money. As founders of the 'buy one get one free' we have set an industry benchmark in terms of value for money.

    At Roman’s we offer the consumer a choice of either deep pan (thick base), or traditional base (thin base) pizza. Pizza is our major line at the moment and constitutes up to 80% of our total sales at some stores. We have a combination of restaurants/take-aways as well as take-aways only, in the group. Our current focus is on setting up take-aways only. This is because we feel they are far easier to manage from a franchisee point of view, and are far easier to control from a franchisor point of view.

    Our pizzerias (on average) record the highest sales per square metre in the industry. Admittedly our margins are smaller than most in the fast food industry, but we get our competitive edge through our warehouse/central distribution. Almost all of the products needed in operating a store are purchased through our warehouse. Due to the ever expanding franchise with new stores opening all the time, as well as the large quantities of pizzas that the stores sell, the franchise has an ever increasing purchasing power with its suppliers.

  • Operational costs

    All our franchised stores are owner operated. We do not believe in selling stores as investments as they are then not operated according to the standards required by head office.

    Franchisees and all other staff members undergo training at a corporate store for a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Roman’s Pizza employees are trained to provide friendly, efficient service. Our employees are the heart of our business so we strive to provide a fun, friendly working environment. To ensure that we continue to grow and prosper, harmony needs to be maintained throughout the group.

  • Profile of the ideal Franchisee


    A Roman’s Pizza franchisee must posess the following attributes:
    • Must be passionate about his business and be involved in all aspects
    • Willing to work long hours
    • Must have exceptional communication skills
    • Willing to learn
    • Must be able to motivate his employees
    • Must adhere to Roman’s Pizzas operating standards
    • Have a minimum of R700 000-00 in unencumbered cash
    • Must always operate with the brand's best interests in mind

  • Site details

    All sites are analysed by head office. The site must conform to our criteria. Head office also plays its hand in determining the viability of lease agreements for prospective sites. We always try to ensure that a Roman’s Pizza franchise is opened in the best site possible with a suitable lease agreement. As they say in this industry, there are three very important factors to ensure a restaurant’s success: location, location and location. We obviously feel that other factors also come into play; however the right site will make a significant difference in a franchisee’s success.

    We are not in the habit of closing stores and therefore will always take the option to relocate poor performers.

  • Layout of stores

    Roman’s Pizza believes that high quality operations require the best equipment. All our stores are fitted with ovens, dough mixers and dough rollers that are imported from abroad. Due to the volumes of pizzas served, we work on a conveyor belt oven system. Roman’s Pizza is the only pizza group that has 3 ovens operating simultaneously in a large amount of our stores.

  • Franchise agreement

    The franchise agreement is the legal document that dictates the legal, commercial and operational relationship between the franchisor and the franchisee.  Roman’s Pizza urges all prospective franchisees to seek legal advice before signing the agreement.

    Download Pre Application Form

  • Salient features

    Management fee
    Roman's Pizza's advertising fee is 4% of monthly turnover calculated excluding VAT.
    Advertising fee
    Roman's Pizza's advertising fee is 5% of monthly turnover calculated excluding VAT.
    Trade Marks
    A franchisee has the right to the use of our trademarks in all aspects in accordance with the franchise agreement.
    Termination
    The franchise agreement states the specific terms and conditions with regards to the termination of the franchise agreement.

  • Obligations of the Franchisor


    Our obligations to our franchisees include providing: 
    • The franchisee with adequate training for the staff and management of the franchise
    • The franchisee with a recipe and operations manual, and instruction in the use thereof
    • the franchisee with the best quality products at the best available prices from our distribution
    • Assistance with regard to site selection, equipment and store layout
    • Marketing on behalf of the franchisee
    • Any additional assistance further required by the franchisee regarding the store
    • The franchisee with the latest developments in the industry

  • Trademark


    The franchise agreement states that the franchisee is entitled to use the trade name, trade marks, logos, signage, intellectual property rights and advertising material in accordance with the terms and conditions therein. Roman’s Pizza authorises and requires the franchisee to use the trade mark and other intellectual property rights, as directed and in accordance with the standard instructions in relation to the business. The company warrants the non exclusive right of the franchisee to use the trademark.

    Trademark includes
    1. The Trade Name
    2. The slogan
    3. The logo

  • Financial information


    The total investment of ± R1 400 000.00, is made up of the following costs (excl. VAT), which is illustrated in the graph below
    A. Initial Franchise Fee
    Initial Franchise Fee is ± R70, 000.00, which is required from the franchisee to confirm commitment.
    B. Establishment Costs
    Establishment Costs for a Roman’s Pizza is approximately ± R1 400 000.00 based on a 120m² store size. Costs however do vary in accordance with various factors. Size of store, exchange rates, and numerous other factors affect this estimate. Unencumbered cash of R700 000.00 is required as a minimum.
    C. Initial Working Capital
    Initial Working Capital is ± R100, 000.00. This cost however does vary and is merely an estimate.

    Initial Franchise Fee (5%) Initial Working Capital (7%) Establishment Costs (88%)

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  • Required documentation

    • Pre-Application form completed in detail (click here to complete the form)
    • Supporting documentation from a financial institution confirming availability of unencumbered cash.
    • Copies of ID documents of relevant parties.
    • If company or close corporation, copy of registration documents.

  • Disclosure document

    This Disclosure Document should help you make up your mind. While it includes some information about our contract (franchise agreement) do not rely on it alone to understand your contract. Read your entire contact carefully.

    Buying a franchise is a serious undertaking. Take your time to decide. It is recommended that you have the contract explained to you by an attorney and you should seek accountancy and financial advice on the franchise proposition.

    Roman's Pizza is a member of the Franchise Association of Southern Africa, if required, further information on this membership can be obtained from:

    The Executive Director
    Franchise Association of Southern Africa
    Postnet Suite 267
    Private Bag X30500
    Houghton 2041

    Roman's Pizza subscribes to all the rules as stated in the code of ethics at FASA, which can be found in more detail at www.fasa.co.za

    We certify that there has been no significant material changes in the company/franchisors financial position since the date of the auditor's certificate and the company/franchisor has reasonable grounds to believe that it will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due.

Head Office

    

 

 

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Marketing
22-24 Venturi Crescent Hennopspark X56 Arthur Nicolakakis Bonnie Lee
Centurion, 0157 Member Chief Marketing Officer
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CEO
 John Nicolakakis
Chief Executive Officer
Tel: +2712 653 8243
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New Business & Development

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