Cajun Operating Company
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Cajun Operating Company - overview
Established
1952
Location
Atlanta, GA, US
Primary Industry
Travel & Leisure
About
Cajun Operating Company, based in the US, operates Church’s Texas Chicken®, specializing in fried chicken and related menu items that prioritize flavor and quality for its customers. Founded in 1952 and headquartered in Atlanta, US, Cajun Operating Company manages the Church’s Texas Chicken® brand. The company has completed a total of 5 deals, with the most recent deal occurring on August 2, 2021. In that transaction, High Buff Capital Partners and FS Investments acquired Cajun Operating Company from FFL Partners.
The company has raised a total of USD 245. 00 mn through its LATEST_ROUND of Recapitalisation. Church’s Texas Chicken® primarily specializes in a variety of fried chicken products, including chicken pieces, chicken tenders, and signature items like the Honey-Butter Biscuit™ and jalapeños. The brand focuses on using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods, ensuring a satisfying meal experience for customers across the United States, several Caribbean countries, and select international locations.
In the most recent fiscal year, Church’s Texas Chicken achieved a revenue of USD 1,200. 00 mn through direct sales to consumers, utilizing multiple service models, including dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Their revenue strategy includes promotional offerings like the Texas 2PC Feast and a customer loyalty program, Church’s Real Rewards™, incentivizing repeat purchases. Following the August 2021 acquisition, the recent funding will enable Cajun Operating Company to accelerate growth by opening new locations both domestically in the US and internationally.
This strategic move aims to expand its market presence and reach a broader customer base.
Current Investors
Future Standard, High Bluff Capital Partners, FFL Partners
Primary Industry
Travel & Leisure
Sub Industries
Restaurants & Nightlife
Website
http://www.churchs.com
Company Stage
Mature
Total Amount Raised
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Cajun Operating Company - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Apr 01, 2009 |
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| Revenue (USD) | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | - |
| Operating Margin | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | - |
| NET Income (USD) | - |
| % Net Margin | - |
Cajun Operating Company - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
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| Secondary Buyout | Completed | Cajun Operating Company | - | ||||||||
| Recapitalisation | Completed | Cajun Operating Company | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Cajun Operating Company | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Cajun Operating Company | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Cajun Operating Company | - |
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