With fresh ingredients, outstanding quality and service, and an upscale fast-casual atmosphere, Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza has reinvented pizza for today’s consumers. It’s no wonder we are the fastest growing wood-fired pizza franchise in the U.S.!
At Smokin’ Oak Pizza, our high standards set us apart from other pizza franchise opportunities. We make our dough in-store, roast our meats in our wood-fired ovens every morning, make our sauces from scratch, and hand-chop our veggies fresh throughout the day. We’re so fresh that we don’t even have a freezer.
If you’ve always dreamed about running your own business or you’re thinking about turning your passion for food and people into a lucrative career, then Smokin’ Oak Pizza might be right for you. Here’s what makes Smokin’ Oak Pizza the best pizza franchise to own.
Comprehensive Training Every Step of the Way
When you open a pizza franchise with Smokin’ Oak Pizza, our Franchise Support Team is always available to answer any questions about your franchise. Our comprehensive training program starts approximately two weeks before your grand opening, and training is done with the Franchisee and their team. But our support starts long before that! From the moment you sign your franchise agreement, we are with you every step of the way, from site selection to build out to marketing activities. Our extensive development checklist makes sure everything stays on trackand training is done with the Franchisee and their team. But our support starts long before that! From the moment you sign your franchise agreement, we are with you every step of the way, from site selection to build out to marketing activities. Our extensive development checklist makes sure everything stays on track.
Whether you’re interested in becoming a hands-on or semi-absentee owner, our thorough training program provides everything you need to build a successful business. Our knowledgeable team of restaurant and marketing professionals is ready to assist you in developing and growing your Smokin’ Oak Pizza franchise.
Ongoing Support and Personalized Guidance
At Smokin’ Oak Pizza, we always go the extra mile to provide ongoing support and guidance for our franchise owners. Our franchisees aren’t just a number; we invest in them with the tools you would expect from a world-class franchisor.
Even if you have no previous business or restaurant experience, running your own business can be a reality as a franchise owner with Smokin’ Oak Pizza. Whenever you have questions or need guidance, our team is just a phone call away.
Developed exclusively for our franchisees, our online Franchise Intranet System ensures you have everything you need to succeed at your fingertips, including how-to videos, training materials, forms and marketing pieces. Franchisees can also access our custom Operations Manual, which addresses every aspect of running a Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza franchise—from daily operations to advertising and marketing.
Versatile Ownership Options
At Smokin’ Oak Pizza, we offer a wide range of ownership options, allowing you to make a career change and become your own boss, create passive income streams as a multi-location absentee owner, or manage your franchise alongside your day job. Whichever you choose, we’re here to help you succeed.
In addition to hands-on and semi-absentee options, we also offer multiple business models:
- Standard Restaurant Model (1,800–2,200 sq. ft)
- Standard model + Self-Serve Beer Wall (2,500+ sq. ft)
- Take-out/Delivery Only Model (600 – 1,000 sq. ft)
- Standard Restaurant + Food Trailer or Food Truck
Take the Next Step in Your Career With the Best Pizza Franchise
At Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza, our unique combination of fast-casual/sit-down dining (at a fast-casual price point) and authentic Italian cuisine creates a local neighborhood atmosphere that keeps our guests coming back for more. Our fresh approach is revolutionizing pizza in much the same way that Chipotle changed the way that many Americans eat burritos.
When you’re ready to take the next step in your career, contact us to explore our pizza franchise opportunities.