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Checkers Drive-In Restaurants
- Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc.
- CHKR
Tampa, FL 33607
- (888) 913-9135 / (813) 283-7069
- (813) 936-6201 (Fax)
- Ms. Tena Merckson, Franchise Administration Manager
- [email protected]
Quick-service, fast-food restaurant (double drive-thru). Total below reflect ownership of both CHECKERS and RALLY'S brands.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1986
Franchising Since: 1991
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 455 | 58.6% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 322 | 41.4% |
| Total Operating Units | 777 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 776 | 99.9% | In 40 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 0 | 0.0% | In 0 Provinces |
| International | 1 | 0.1% | In 0 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 777 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| Florida | 191 |
| Georgia | 85 |
| Alabama | 32 |
Registered in the following Registration States
Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia
Back to TopSupport and Training
General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | No |
| Franchisee Association? | Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 0 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | N/A |
| Financial Assistance | No |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | Yes |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | No |
| Regional Advertising | No |
| Local Advertising | No |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing | Included |
|---|---|
| Central Purchasing | Included |
| Field Operation Evaluation | Included |
| Field Training | Included |
| Initial Store Opening | Included |
| Inventory Control | Included |
| Franchisee Newsletter | Included |
| Regional or National Meetings | Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Training
| FL | 5 Weeks |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $750K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | N/A |
| Total Investment | $453-627K |
| Average Total Investment | $540K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $30K |
| On-Going Royalty | 4 |
| Average Royalty | 4% |
| Advertising Fee | 3 - 5% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 4 |
|---|---|
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees | 20 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) | 15,000 - 25,000 |
| Preferred Site Types | Free Standing Building |
| Encourages Conversions | Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | No |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | Yes |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 5 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 4 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 5 |
| Formal Education | 4 |
| Psychological Profile | 4 |
| Personal Interviews | 4 |
Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract | 20 |
|---|---|
| Term of Renewal Period | Agrmt. |
| Passive Ownership? | Allowed, but discouraged |
| Area Development Agreements? |
Yes, for 1 year |
| Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 35 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas | Yes, All Countries |
