The Honey Baked Ham Company sets its sights on Orlando

The Honey Baked Ham Company seeks local entrepreneurs to join then as the company targets expansion in the Orlando market.

The Honey Baked Ham Company, the iconic household name has announced plans to expand its footprint across Florida, beginning with a focused effort to bring the brand to the greater Orlando area. 

With more than 40 restaurants already open across the state, HoneyBaked is well-positioned for continued success in Central Florida. Most recently, the brand opened a location in Clermont, signaling strong momentum and growing demand in the greater Orlando area.

HoneyBaked is actively seeking qualified franchise operators interested in opening new locations in the greater Orlando area and other nearby markets. The brand’s unique model—with both holiday-driven peak periods and steady year-round demand—offers a compelling business opportunity for those looking to expand their portfolio. With more than 60 years of history and a robust franchise support system, HoneyBaked continues to evolve while staying true to what has made it a household name.

“We see incredible opportunity in Florida, especially in the Orlando market, where our brand already has strong recognition and demand for convenient, high-quality meals continues to rise,” said Jerry DeFeo, VP of Franchise Operations at HoneyBaked. “We’re eager to partner with passionate entrepreneurs to bring our trusted, household name brand to more communities across the state.” 

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HoneyBaked has been rapidly growing across the country, fueled by its loyal following and legacy of quality. With a menu featuring its signature spiral-sliced, glazed ham, premium turkey breast, a variety of handcrafted meals, heat-and-serve sides, desserts, and Take & Bake Sliders and Biscuits, the brand continues to resonate with families and busy professionals alike looking for convenient, craveable options.

The brand encourages scalability, long-term growth, and active community involvement in its franchisee candidates. By capitalizing on its unmatched products, proven business model, and comprehensive support system, HoneyBaked is poised to energize the franchise industry, offering a clear and flavorful path to success.

For more than 65 years, The Honey Baked Ham Company has provided customers and their families with delightful food to enjoy for all of life’s special moments. HoneyBaked’s origins began when founder Harry J. Hoenselaar patented a spiral-slicing ham machine, making way for the first HoneyBaked Store in Detroit, Michigan.

Since that momentous opening in 1957, the family-owned company has grown to more than 400 locations nationwide, serving its signature spiral-sliced Honey Baked Ham with sweet and crunchy glaze, premium turkey breast, heat & serve sides, desserts, sandwiches, and most recently, delicious take & bake sliders and biscuits.

Offering convenient meals using the best ingredients, HoneyBaked will make every occasion a little more memorable, whether you’re dining in-store, picking up or ordering online. 

For more information about HoneyBaked, see https://www.honeybaked.com/home.

For more information on the HoneyBaked franchise opportunity, visit:

https://honeybakedfranchise.com/. 

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