Nick Kolaitis

Nick Kolaitis

Agency
LINK VIC TAS GROUP
Role
Business Sales Specialist
Specialise in:
Restaurant, Retailer, Cafe/Coffee Shop
Selling in:
Bentleigh East, Braeside, Ashburton
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Summary

Nick Kolaitis is a seasoned expert in the hospitality industry, boasting a career marked by the creation and successful sale of numerous cafes nestled within Melbourne's vibrant inner suburbs and city fringe. With a solid foundation in Commerce from La Trobe University and a brief stint in the corporate world, Nick discovered his true calling lay in shaping Melbourne's renowned café culture, infusing it with a rare quality that set his establishments apart.
After two decades of dedicated café building and ownership, Nick transitioned from the demanding world of café life to leverage his acute industry insights, aiding aspiring entrepreneurs in realizing their hospitality dreams. As a distinguished business broker, Nick specializes in facilitating the transfer of mid-range and high-end cafes and restaurants. Furthermore, he has recently expanded his expertise to encompass Manufacturing, Medical, and Bookkeeping businesses.

Nick combines his formal education with over two decades of experience, during which he successfully bought and sold more than 15 cafes. Known for his approachable demeanor and unmatched work ethic, Nick embodies the qualities essential in a trustworthy business broker.

His extensive background spans identifying premium business locations, skillfully negotiating purchase prices, navigating vendor relationships, liaising with property managers, and collaborating with Melbourne's foremost commercial agents.

Nick's accolades underscore his exemplary performance in the industry:

Link 3rd Top Lister of the year in 2022
Link 5th Top Seller of the year in 2022
LINK Chairmans Club award for the years 2022 and 2023 – This is a lifetime accolade awarded to elite brokers across LINK's global network.

Languages
English & Greek

Current Listings:

High-Exposure Cafe - Bentleigh East Shopping Strip
Sold business 3454380
High-Exposure Cafe - Bentleigh East Shopping Strip
Bentleigh East
$290,000
This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established cafe that has been serving the community for nearly 30 years. With strong systems in place and a capable team, this business offers ...
Popular Fish 'n' Chips Shop in Prime Pascoe Vale Location
Sold business 3454179
Popular Fish 'n' Chips Shop in Prime Pascoe Vale Location
Victoria
$135,000
LINK Melbourne presents a turnkey fish & chips shop in one of Melbourne's most sought-after suburban locations to the market. This well-established takeaway has exceptional street exposure and...
Profitable Structural Steel Fabrication Business
Profitable Structural Steel Fabrication Business
Springvale
$240,000 + SAV
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable structural steel fabrication business demonstrating remarkable 172% revenue growth from 2024 to 2025. It primarily serves builders, develo...
Food Manufacturing Plant - Chattel Sale
Food Manufacturing Plant - Chattel Sale
Victoria
$500,000
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully fitted food manufacturing facility in Melbourne's inner north without the time and cost of building from scratch. This is a chattel sale offering premi...
Fully Managed Gelato Bar in Iconic Shopping Precinct
Sold business 3454643
Fully Managed Gelato Bar in Iconic Shopping Precinct
Coburg
$290,000 + SAV
LINK (Melbourne) presents an exciting opportunity to acquire a fully managed premium gelato bar and cafe. It has built a loyal customer base through quality Italian gelato, specialty coffee and an ...