A global coffee company is hoping to open a branch in Oldham.

Esquires Coffee, which has more than 60 stores throughout the UK, has earmarked the borough as the perfect place to open up its latest cafe.

The eco giant, which also has businesses in Canada, Ireland, Portugal, the Middle East, China and Australasia, is now looking for a franchisee to drive the brand in Oldham.

The listing on Businessesforsale read: "While previous experience in catering or retail is optional for running a successful Esquires franchise, we require our franchisees to possess certain qualities.

"These include drive and ambition, a strong work ethic, commitment to maintaining the brand’s high standards of service excellence, and the ability to follow established systems and procedures."

The Oldham Times: Esquires Coffee has more than 60 stores throughout the UK, and now hopes to open in OldhamEsquires Coffee has more than 60 stores throughout the UK, and now hopes to open in Oldham (Image: Oldham Council)

It added: "In addition, a successful franchisee should have a proven track record of achievement, confidence and self-belief to attain outstanding results."

The catch is that the 'perfect candidate' must have £80,000 in liquid capital, be able to invest £250,000 and pay a £19,500 franchisee fee - meaning it would cost £349,500 to become one.

However, for investors that potentially have £350,000 the opportunity would mean the company would offer ongoing support, training and the benefit of opening up a well-established brand.

Esquires is an organic coffee company which uses fairtrade coffee, recyclable and compostable coffee cups and other utensils.

The Oldham Times: Esquires Coffee could be trading in OldhamEsquires Coffee could be trading in Oldham (Image: Web)

Originating in Vancouver in 1993, it is now owned by Cooks Coffee company, a publicly listed company on the New Zealand and Aquis Stock Exchange in London.

The listing added: "We are keenly aware of our dual responsibility to customers and the hardworking farmers who produce our coffee beans.

"It is non-negotiable that Fairtrade farmers produce all our coffee, and it is 100 per cent organic, grown as part of the forest and existing ecosystem. This approach helps preserve farming communities and their environment, ensuring they continue to thrive for generations to come.

"Our food menu is extensive and prepared in-store to maintain freshness and quality."

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