The Honey Baked Ham Co.
The Honey Baked Ham Co. franchise for sale in Jackson, Tennessee
List Price: $880,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$907,000 USD
Cash Flow
$200,000 – $300,000
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
$25,000 – $50,000
Value of Assets
Upon Inquiry
Year Established
2000
Business Operates From
A retail location
Location Is
Owned
Approx. Monthly Rent
$9,000
Total Employees
Less than 10
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
NoneSeller financing Available
PassiveOwner
Involvement
About this Business
The HoneyBaked Ham Co. of Jackson presents an exceptional franchise opportunity with over 25 years of established market presence. This turnkey operation generates $907,000 in annual revenue with impressive $216,000 EBITDA, delivering a strong 23.8% net profit margin.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS:
• Highly profitable with $216K net operating income
• Established franchise serving Jackson market since 2000
• Family-friendly operating hours ideal for work-life balance
• Experienced management team in place for 12 years
• Highly trained staff with minimal turnover
• Recently remodeled to current brand standards in 2025
• SBA financing approved
OPERATIONS:
This 2,617 square foot location operates as a destination retail food establishment with minimal competition. The business benefits from an absentee ownership model, making it suitable for both hands-on operators and investors. Current owners reside out-of-state, creating opportunity for local ownership to drive growth.
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
Significant expansion opportunities exist in lunch service, catering, and B2B corporate gifting segments. The robust local market offers considerable growth potential for an engaged owner.
FINANCIALS:
• Annual Revenue: $907,000
• EBITDA: $216,000
• FF&E Value: $50,000
• Inventory Value: $30,000
• Real Estate Value: $1,800,000 (owned separately)
The facility underwent building renovations in 2024 with updated signage and maintains a highly desirable location with excellent traffic visibility. This represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established franchise with strong brand recognition and growth potential in the Jackson market.
Growth opportunities
Local owner involved in the community will have the opportunity to grow Lunch, Catering, and especially B2B Gifting exponentially.
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
Almost 100% absentee owned and managed. Current ownership since 2012. Current owners have lived in Middle Georgia for the entire ownership time frame.
Franchise Accolades & Awards
Franchisee of the Year - 2009. Multiple Sales and Customer Service Awards over the years.
Asset Description
FF&E Inventory at cost on date of closing
Inventory Description
Ingredients for day-to-day operations.
Reason for Selling
Retiring and wanting to focus on real estate holdings only.
Why I Love My Franchise
HoneyBaked Ham offers amazing flexibility regarding time management due to their abbreviated hours relative to the retail/restaurant industry. Very family oriented. Very simple to operate and own. Low employee turnover. High profit margins and operating income. Brand was founded in 1957, offering almost seventy years of experience and continued operations.
About The Honey Baked Ham Co.
The Honey Baked Ham Co. is a renowned franchise specializing in high-quality, fully cooked hams and gourmet food products. Established in 1957, the brand has built a strong reputation for its signature honey-glazed hams, crafted using a proprietary recipe that combines a sweet, crunchy glaze with tender, flavorful meat. Over the years, the company has expanded its offerings to include a variety of meats, sides, desserts, and catering services, making it a popular choice for holiday meals, family gatherings, and special occasions.
As a franchise, The Honey Baked Ham Co. provides an attractive business model with an initial investment ranging from $350,000 to $600,000, including a franchise fee of $30,000. With over 400 locations across the United States, The Honey Baked Ham Co. has successfully positioned itself in the competitive food industry, appealing to consumers seeking convenient, high-quality meal solutions. As the demand for ready-to-eat meals continues to rise, The Honey Baked Ham Co. is well-positioned for ongoing growth and success in the franchise market.
Franchisee Support
The Honey Baked Ham Co. offers extensive support to its franchisees to ensure their success in the food retail industry. New franchisees receive a comprehensive three-phase training program, including 32 hours of classroom training and 120 hours of on-the-job training. Ongoing support features a dedicated Franchise Business Leader as a liaison to the corporate office, along with access to marketing resources, including templates for advertising and social media. Franchisees also benefit from real estate assistance and a robust intranet platform for operational resources.
Brand Accolades & Awards
The Honey Baked Ham Co. has ranked on the Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 every year since 2013. It has also been featured on numerous occasions on the Franchise Times Top 500 and Technomic's Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report, solidifying its status as a leader in the specialty food retail sector.
Industry / Market
The Honey Baked Ham Co. operates in the growing specialty food retail market, which is projected to reach $175 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 3.5%. The brand’s focus on providing premium, high-quality ham and other specialty food items positions it to capitalize on the increasing demand for gourmet and artisanal food products.
Ideal Owner
The ideal owner of a Honey Baked Ham franchise is a food enthusiast with a strong background in retail and customer service. They should be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a team in a fast-paced environment. A passion for quality food products and a commitment to customer satisfaction are essential qualities for success in this franchise opportunity.