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Joseph Trapuzzano, a native Philadelphian/South Jersey boy, grew up in the family restaurant businesses slinging cheesesteaks since he could reach the grill. With over 41 years experience his background includes: 1988 T.J.'s Hoagie Factory and Pizzeria, owner, Perkasie, PA, in 1986 Broadway Pizza and Steaks Brooklawn, NJ. In the past six years Joe owned and operated, with great success, two Famous Philly's Beef & Beer Family Sports Pubs, featuring his Famous Philly's cheesesteak concept. Out of this came ZANNO'Z Famous Philly's Cheesesteak Grill, where he plans to take his cheesesteak concept to a new national level. He calls the cheesesteak, "the greatest all American sandwich ever made."
The sample restaurant was built in Port Orange, Florida. There is one thing Joseph wants to be known for and that is Cheesesteaks. History has attached the name "Zano's" to Joe (let's go get a cheesesteak over at Zano's Place) which is Zano's short for Trapuzzano, so the name stuck and with a slight alteration "Zanno'Z" was born.
Joe's motto is Our food is so fresh ... it's tomorrow's!®
Zanno'Z provides you with everything you need to reach your full potential. Modern, up-to-date marketing program, fresh new products to help you gain market share quickly and an identity of your own are all included. We also provide a full training program including "back-of-the-house operations" training, complete operations manuals, full recipe program and extensive hands on operations in a dynamic Zanno'Z store.
Our team of successful operations personnel will train you in every aspect of the Zanno'Z system and assist you when your Zanno'Z opens. The Zanno'Z opportunity provides...
Our Pre-Opening Manual covers all of the steps of how to open a new Zanno'Z, thereby guiding you toward a successful Grand Opening for your store. We provide assistance with site evaluation, lease negotiation, marketing and advertising support and training.
Marketing and Advertising SupportFranchise opportunities are available throughout the Southeast United States. Under certain circumstances, we may consider granting franchises outside these areas.
Zanno'z Grill is based on the proven "Famous Philly's" business model that is already enjoying phenomenal success.
"Come join an already winning team! We are on the fast track to franchise success and want you to be a part of it! A chance like this only comes around so often, don't let it pass you by."
Joe T.
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