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a food franchise business can be a very rewarding undertaking.
It takes drive, ambition, and commitment. But before you
can hang that “Open” sign in the window, you
need the essential ingredients behind the counter. These
include a well-known brand, a proven operating system,
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cutting-edge
technology, experience and support, but most importantly—
you need great food.
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Sitting
in his neighborhood Schlotzsky's, Mike Fleming considered
just these factors: “I chose to become
a franchise owner for three reasons: a quality product,
a simple system and a well-known name. Ok, four —
I loved the food. I ate there (at Schlotzsky's) all the
time. One day I was looking at the cup, and it said ‘call
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more
information.’ I did, then I talked with a friend
who already owned a Schlotzsky's. He gave a positive recommendation
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Once a loyal customer, today
a committed franchisee, Fleming loves owning his own business and
applauds Schlotzsky's™ proven operating systems and commitment to
customers. Today’s customers appreciate superior food and
speedy service, yet also enjoy socializing in a comfortable, engaging
environment.
The
Schlotzsky's franchise appeals to business owners who recognize
that the new up-scale menu and restaurant design differentiates
Schlotzsky's, and delivers value to customers who seek flavorful
and affordable dining.
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Schlotzsky's
is leading the race in the fast-casual segment. Providing
a delicious new menu, a refined dining ambiance and innovative
free-Internet access for customers, Schlotzsky's meets evolving
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As Schlotzsky's
has broadened the choices for customers, it has sought advice from
a 30-member chef panel. The group's ideas, especially sophisticated
ingredients, herbs and spices, are reflected in the new menu. The
"Pick Any Two" menu option affords customers
the freedom to create their own experience by choosing among such
items as half-sandwiches, half-pizzas, half-salads, half-wraps,
and bowls of soup. With the new menu items, the total number of
possible combinations is more than 10 million.The future Franchisee
can now choose between two restaurant designs:
The
Schlotzsky's Sandwich Café & Bakery
is available in a large format restaurant (3,500-4,000 square
feet) and in a smaller (2,360 approx. square feet) restaurant.
Both are redesigned with a warm, Tuscan-inspired environment
complete with comfortable booths and free-Internet access
— this includes iMac computer stations and wireless
broadband. The new menu abounds with specialty items: oven-toasted
sandwiches, panini sandwiches, baked potatoes, pizzas, wraps,
and much more. Truly a café for the year 2004.
With
either choice, the ambitious franchise entrepreneur can be
serving Schlotzsky's in no time. If you are interested in
investing in your own Schlotzsky's franchise you can fill
out the application form on this site. Within a year, you
too could be swinging the open sign and standing behind the
counter as that first customer steps up to say, “Schlotzsky's
please!”
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…REASONS TO BE A SCHLOTZSKY'S FRANCHISE OWNER:
- Delicious
sandwiches! The exciting menu aligns with the market’s
taste, dining and health preferences and appeals to both nutritionists
and gourmands.
- Customer
loyalty and appeal — Schlotzsky's serves an average
of over 144,000 daily customers across 37 states and 6 foreign
countries.
- A
great business model — Convenience, variety and
delicious menu choices — combined with dine in, drive-thru,
and carry out — served during all daytime segments —
maximize business opportunities and return on investment.
- Proven
management processes and supplier system software help
operations run smoothly, monitor the bottom line, project demand
and effectively allow the Franchise to keep customers happy.
- Superior
kitchen design and proven operating system — mean
processes and procedures are designed for efficiency and high
volume.
- New
restaurant design embracing the fast-casual trend with
rich Tuscan color, natural wood tones, cozy banquettes, hand-painted
murals and simple, uncluttered dining areas. The long established
community-feel allows customers to enjoy passing time in the restaurant.
- New
menu items - Freshly tossed salads and gourmet soups
are garnished with tasty toppings, while pizzas, traditional and
trendy, appeal to both children and parents alike. Baked potatoes,
toasted wraps, panini sandwiches, and baked-fresh Artisan breads
are also now available.
- Large
franchisee network — Currently more than 380 Franchisees
operate Schlotzsky’s restaurants and some run more than
one.
- Commitment
— Franchisees are provided ongoing field support
and online marketing materials to help leverage the Schlotzsky's
brand through in-store and local advertising.
- University
of Schlotzsky's at Austin offers hands-on, soup-to-sandwich
training. Opening support teams provide real estate, architectural
and food service guidance to help new owners leverage proven experience.
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The
first Schlotzsky's™ opened in Austin, Texas, in 1971.
The menu was succinct — with one delectable sandwich composed
of a unique combination of premium meats, cheeses, and marinated
black olives served on hot Schlotzsky's sourdough bread. Today,
they serve over a dozen sandwiches, gourmet pizzas, salads,
wraps, baked potatoes, gourmet soups, and more. |
Schlotzsky's
Franchise Requirements
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The
Multi-unit franchise operators must have successful multi-unit
restaurant experience, a minimum of five years of restaurant experience
and $300,000 liquid assets with $1,000,000
net worth.
The
Single-unit franchise operators or first-time franchise operators
must have successful background in business or franchise
ownership, management experience in food or retail within past five
years and $125,000 liquid assets with $400,000 net worth.
Process
and Support
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A new Franchisee
will receive support through the entire restaurant development process:
To find out more about Schlotzsky's Site Selection, Architectural/Design,
Training, Opening Support and Ongoing Support Programs fill out
the franchise application.
Ready
to Become a Franchisee?
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Simply fill
out this franchise application, and let Schlotzsky's know how you'd
like us to contact you. You will receive a phone call or e-mail
to follow-up.
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