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Bridging the gap between the typical sandwich chains and full-service casual dining, Baker Brothers is an upscale, fast-casual deli, featuring specialty sandwiches, award-winning salads, gourmet pizzas and more. Baker Brothers is currently seeking franchise partners willing and able to open 3-5 units. We are currently seeking franchisees in all states. Baker Brothers is a business investment and franchisees are not expected to be owner/operators.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1999
Franchising Since: 2000
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 8 | | 53.3% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 7 | | 46.7% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 15 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 15 | | 100% | | In 3 States |
| Canada: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 15 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
| 1. Kentucky | 1 | | 2. South Carolina | 2 | | 3. Texas | 12 |
Registered in Following Registration States:
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $1.5MM |
| Cash Investment: | $250K |
| Total Investment: | $430.5-656K |
| Average Total Investment: | $496K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 0 |
Average Number of Employees: 3 Full-time, 15 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 2,500-3,500
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites: Shopping Center, Power Center, Transport Center
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided? Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | No |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 7 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes |
| Financial Assistance? | No |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | No |
| National Advertising: | No |
| Regional Advertising: | No |
| Local Advertising: | Yes |
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Radio Ads |
| Additional Services: | None Specified |
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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On-Going Support: |
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable |
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable |
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees |
| Field Training: | Included in Fees |
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable |
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees |
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees |
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees |
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Not Applicable |
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Training: |
| 1. Dallas, TX | 8 weeks |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | 5 |
| General Business Experience: | 5 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 5 |
| Formal Education: | 3 |
| Psychological Profile: | 3 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | 0 |
| Asian-American: | 0 |
| Hispanic: | 0 |
| Native American: | 0 |
| Other: | N/A |
| Specific Minority: | Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time. |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) |
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) |
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 3 Year(s) |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 6-8
| U.S.: | Yes, All United States |
| Canada: | No |
| Overseas: | No |
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