The Kitchen Depot | Franchise FRANCHISE

BE YOUR OWN BOSS AND RUN YOUR OWN BUSINESS

Are you ready for a new challenge or thinking of a career change?

If you dream of going into business, opening your doors under an established name can get you off to a flying start. By joining The Kitchen Depot’s strong community of business owners, you’ll become part of a network that fosters collaboration, innovation and shared success. As a franchisee, you’re not just investing in a brand, you’re stepping into the realm of being your own boss and running your own kitchen showroom. Take control of your future with an exciting business opportunity and join The Kitchen Depot network.

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Benefits Of Franchising With Us

Strong ROI with Great Sales Results

Our proven business model ensures that your efforts translate into tangible financial rewards, setting you on the path to long-term success.

Competitive Start-Up Cost

Enjoy the benefits of entrepreneurship without the burden of excessive initial expenses. We offer a market leading package with a competitive ROI.

UK Manufactured

Delight your customers with products proudly manufactured in the UK, synonymous with quality, reliability, and craftsmanship.

Unrivalled Support and Training

From initial setup to ongoing operations, our dedicated team is committed to your success, providing guidance, resources, and mentorship.

4.8 Stars and 500+ Reviews

Our products and service consistently earn high praise from satisfied customers, reflected in our exceptional rating and numerous glowing reviews on Trustpilot.

Recognised and Trusted Brand

Gain a competitive edge with a sterling reputation for excellence and 20+ years brand building, spanning across multiple regionsin the UK.

The Kitchen Depot Story

At The Kitchen Depot, our mission is centred around providing exceptional service to our valued customers across the UK, through our network of locally owned, family-run showrooms.

Founded by Jim and Grace McCay in 2003, The Kitchen Depot was truly a family business with family values from the beginning and still is today. Fast forward to 2024, The Kitchen Depot has 20 retail showrooms in the UK.

Evolving over the years, the company expanded its horizons by establishing its own manufacturing facility and
subsequently launching a franchise model built on the same principles, with no signs of slowing down.

Our mission is to impart our extensive kitchen knowledge to communities nationwide. We aim to provide unparalleled quality products, expert guidance, and outstanding service that fosters a sense of belonging, making every customer feel like a valued member of our extended family.

Success Stories

Rosyth

Rob & Eilidh
Rob and I embarked on an exciting journey opening the 19th TKD showroom in 2023. Despite facing hurdles during a tough economic climate, we’ve persevered, making strides & learning valuable lessons along the way. Our focus on providing a unique customer experience, top-notch quality kitchens, and personalised service has paid off. We’ve recieved invaluable support throughout our journey.
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Cheltenham
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Oxford

Chris & Amy
Chris and Amy decided to join us after spotting the gap for a kitchen franchise in Oxford. Both having had successful careers in Tesco, with vast retail, customer service and operational experience, they dreamed of running their own business and being in control of their own work life balance. For the Roger’s it’s all about the attention to detail, care for customers and ambition to grow.
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Find Your Opportunity

Looking for a new franchise opportunity? The Kitchen Depot continues to expand and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join the team and become a part of our success story.
England
Our current locations:
  • Cheltenham
  • Hemel Hempstead
  • Letchworth City Gardens
  • Milton Keynes
  • Oxford
  • Shrewsbury
  • St Albans
  • Sutton Coldfield
  • Telford
  • Wolverhampton
Opportunities available in:
  • Aylesbury
  • Barnsley
  • Berwick-upon-Tweed
  • Blackpool
  • Carlisle
  • Crewe
  • Huddersfield
  • Lancaster
  • Liverpool
  • Manchester
  • Northampton
  • Nottingham
  • Preston
  • Sheffield
  • Southport
  • Stoke-on-Trent
  • Wrexham
Ireland
Our current locations:
  • Currently no locations
Opportunities available in:
  • No opportunities currently
Scotland
Our current locations:
  • Ayr
  • Bishopbriggs
  • Cambuslang
  • Dumbarton
  • East Kilbride
  • Edinburgh
  • Falkirk
  • Glasgow
  • Greenock
  • Rosyth
  • Stirling
Opportunities available in:
  • Aberdeen
  • Dumfries
  • Dundee
  • Livingston
  • Perth
Wales
Our current locations:
  • Currently no locations
Opportunities available in:
  • No opportunities currently
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Our Support

The Kitchen Depot provides a solid support network across the group. This is operated through dedicated regional Franchise Managers who have a wealth of experience in kitchen sales, our processes and sound industry knowledge in opening and developing showrooms. In addition, the head office in Glasgow and hub in Telford provide day to day manufacturing, sales, marketing and finance support.

Training

We offer an industry leading training programme, that covers off:
+ Product knowledge.
+ Our operations and systems.
+ Showroom sales training.
+ Accounting and financials.

Marketing

Our in house marketing team work alongside the business Directors, owners and franchisee’s to achieve a maximum return on investment from the marketing budget. Marketing support includes:

+Showroom launch strategy
+National media buying
+Social support
+Google PPC & SEO
+Design support

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Your  Application

First Steps

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Becoming a Franchisee is a long-term commitment. The application process will move at a pace that is right for you, firstly we ask that you complete our contact form and submit a note of interest.
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After we’ve received your application, if you’re eligible for the next stage of the process, we will be in touch via email or phone to arrange a meeting and discuss next steps. This is our chance to get to know each other better and discover why you think you’d be a great Franchisee and a good fit for The Kitchen Depot, it’s also a great opportunity to ask us a few questions too and find out more about the business.

The Process

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Desirable candidates will meet the key stakeholders in the business and visit our head office for a fully immersive experience, getting to know each area of the business from purchasing and manufacturing, to sales and our kitchen design software. You’ll get to see our operating systems, and have the chance to engage with an established team. We’ll further explore your suitability to be a Franchisee, and it’s another fantastic chance for you to see how our showrooms operate and start thinking about how you might run yours.

Final Steps

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At this stage it’s time to secure the ideal showroom location in your region. We map out your trading territory and work on fitting out your new showroom with kitchen displays, kitchen design points, and point of sale. Our Marketing team and Directors then work with you on the showroom marketing launch strategy – so you are ready to hit the ground running and commence trading with everything in place.
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At this point your application has been successful and you are preparing for your first trading period. Fully comprehensive induction training begins, covering all areas of the business. Find out more about our Training and Marketing support.
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You’ll receive the keys and kick off the day-to-day running of your showroom. Our Franchise Managers will be on hand to give you expert advice and look to support you as you transition into your new showroom. You will also have a dedicated Account Manager helping with purchasing and your kitchen orders, they will guide you with their product knowledge as you begin your journey and become familiar with our wide range of kitchens.
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