Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery
430 West Warner Road Suite 108
Tempe,
Arizona, 85284
Phone: 480-456-5458
Website: www.tiltedkilt.com
Selling the fun of a pub experience is what makes the Tilted Kilt different from other bar/ restaurant concepts—that, and the uniquely designed, theme-driven costumes. But, the customer's experience encompasses much more than simply an outfit, it's about having fun! Our atmosphere and the timeless design that incorporates a Celtic theme with humorous limericks, along with American, Irish, Scottish and English curiosities lining the walls, create the type of surroundings where customers can let loose!
Sports fanatics love the Tilted Kilt, with HDTV screens everywhere. Add pool tables and dart boards to the mix, combined with contemporary music, and the end result is a dynamic, fun, and exciting atmosphere. This fun atmosphere is reflected in the architectural features of the building and its unique decor, all part of the Tilted Kilt brand. A complete merchandising program also perpetuates the brand.
Likewise, our food is fun, upscale, and delicious. The Tilted Kilt menu includes a variety of moderately-priced and savory choices. The menu features items such as "Sloppy Janes," "Drunken Clams," and our "Signature Wings." Our philosophy of high standards in using the best and freshest quality ingredients available equates to an enjoyable dining experience. As expected, the Tilted Kilt wait staff provides an appealing visual experience as well as unparalleled customer service. Customers experience that "welcome back" feeling.
The Tilted Kilt concept originated in 2003, not in Ireland, not in Scotland, not even in England. Believe it or not, the Tilted Kilt actually came to life in America’s own city of sin, Las Vegas. The idea for a modern American, Irish, Scottish and English sports pub was the brainchild of successful restaurateur Mark DiMartino. His vision saw a contemporary, Celtic-themed sports pub staffed with beautiful servers. And guess what the uniforms would be…knee-high socks and short, sexy plaid kilts with matching plaid bra’s under white camp shirts tantalizingly tied to show off the midriff.
DiMartino immediately assembled a stellar restaurant management team consisting of Shannon Reilly, a free spirit and conspiracy theorist and John Reynaud, the original One Shot Johnny—a golf pro who hadn’t made a dime on the mini-tour in such a long time he’d forgotten where his bank was. With team and funding in place, the Tilted Kilt was a go!
Previous restaurant ownership or management experience
Training:
Every Franchisee and their management team is required to attend a four-day Tilted Kilt Brand Orientation School at Tilted Kilt headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. In this intense session, the TKFO management fully explain the system, the brand, and the philosophy behind them. Everything from mission statements to decor and equipment in a Tilted Kilt Pub is discussed.
Then, operating management personnel (General Manager, Kitchen Managers and others chosen by the franchisee) attend a four-week training school. This session covers all operational features of the TK system and includes hands-on work in the Tempe Tilted Kilt.
Once an opening date has been set, a Tilted Kilt training team travels to the new pub location for on-site training of the entire staff, including hostesses, servers, bar tenders, kitchen help and others. Then part of the training crew and the area developer remain onsite through the first few days of operation.
As the TK system continues to evolve and grow, additional training is provided for franchisees and key personnel.
Support:
Site Selection
Restaurant Design
Manuals & Procedures
Restaurant Launch Team
Franchise Services
Advertising and Marketing
Estimated Total Investment: $200,000 - $2,000,000
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