The No.1 Bakery Concept in Canada
COBS Bread began its journey in 1980 in Australia as a family-run business known as Bakers Delight. With over 700 locations across Australia and New Zealand, we expanded to Canada in 2003, bringing our natural, handcrafted loaves and pastries to communities nationwide every day.
Our brand is built on one thing—a shared love and passion for bread. Bread is an essential part of our daily lives, and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread is our best advertisement.
Why Choose COBS Bread?
Baking Your Franchising Success
Today, we proudly operate over 180 bakeries across Canada, with plans to open 20 new bakeries each year. This ambitious growth is fueled by a dedicated team of experts who tirelessly perfect not only our recipes, but also our franchisees’ businesses.
The success of our franchise is recognised nationally. We’ve been awarded the Franchisees’ Choice Award by the Canadian Franchise Association for fourteen consecutive years. We are also certified as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada by Great Place to Work® for 3 consecutive years.
We Are the Neighborhood Bakery
Ask any of our bakeries, and they’ll tell you the same thing: the local community is the cornerstone of every store. All our owners are operators who bake for their communities every morning. The connections we build through personal touches drive our business forward.
Giving back to the communities that supported us and contributed to our growth is a core part of our identity. Over the past 20 years, we’ve proudly donated over $300 million in unsold products to local charities through initiatives such as our End Of Day Giving and Doughnation Day. This is what we are proud of, and this is the vision we hope you share.
Getting you ready to roll
Our franchise opportunity is perfect for entrepreneurial individuals who love systems and want to minimize risk. You’ll undergo a comprehensive 16-week training program that provides everything you need to thrive. We’re here to assist with site selection and lease negotiations, construction, training, marketing, operations, and more.
An Area Manager will offer continuous support from opening day and beyond. By helping you set goals, troubleshoot, track financial performance, and connect with the broader franchise network, you’ll realize you’re never alone.
The only piece missing from our growth recipe is YOU. We’re looking for someone who shares our unwavering passion for baking and believes in our system to build the best bakery in Canada. Your past experience is not our primary concern; what matters most is your passion for our brand and products!
COBS 3 Key Principles
Franchisee Financial Health
The success of our system depends on franchisee profitability. It starts with a four month training program before you open your bakery, followed by a one year Franchisee Assessment program that supports you as you grow your business. You’ll have full access to network-wide financial results and benchmarks that encourage you to aim high and achieve higher.
Growing the Brand
We’re focused on building a strong, healthy, vibrant brand. You’ll get the benefits of a national marketing fund focused on driving traffic to your bakery, plus a local fund to support your community initiatives.
A Relentless Commitment to the Customer
The customer is the lifeblood of our business, and we deliver personalized service that’s unmatched in the industry. We provide a 16-week onboarding program and offer baker and sales certification programs so you can exceed expectations in every interaction.