Hungry Jack's Fast Food

Hungry Jack's is the exclusive Australian franchise of Burger King. The brand's origin is unique to Australia, having been established in 1971 by Jack Cowin in Perth. Because the name 'Burger King' was already trademarked by another business in Australia at the time, Cowin chose the name 'Hungry Jack' from a list of registered trademarks owned by Burger King's then-parent company, Pillsbury.

Today, Hungry Jack's operates as a major fast-food chain across Australia. While it maintains a franchise relationship with the global Burger King brand (now owned by RBI), it operates with significant independence. The food products, such as the famous Whopper, are primarily manufactured and sourced from Australian suppliers to meet local standards and supply chain requirements.

The brand is a hallmark of Australian fast food, known for its distinct marketing and local menu adaptations. It remains under the ownership of Competitive Foods Australia, making it a locally-owned entity that operates the international Burger King concept under its own unique branding.