Thank you for your interest in a WeekDay Gourmet Franchise

For many people, the dream of owning their own business is just that - a dream. But it doesn't need to be. With a WeekDay Gourmet franchise you can turn your dream into a reality and be your own boss, create a new career, and begin enjoying the many benefits of business ownership. We provide training, assistance in site selection, store design and equipment ordering assistance before you open your store, and ongoing support once you're open.

Here is a summary of our franchise program:

The company provides:

  • New menus every month
  • Access to operational systems
  • Location assistance
  • Store design guidance
  • Equipment ordering guidance
  • Training program
  • Operations Manual
  • Periodic evaluations and ongoing support
  • Marketing guidance
  • Use of web-based WeekDay Gourmet proprietary software
  • Guidance for product purchases and participation in co-operative relationships with various vendors

The franchisee is responsible for:

  • Initial franchise fee
  • Finding location(s)
  • Leasehold improvements
  • Leasing or purchasing equipment
  • Hiring employees and operating the store
  • Paying 5% royalty
  • Paying 2% advertising fee the Marketing Fund (may be increased to 2%)

TRAINING

WeekDay Gourmet Staff will train you in a five-day session which includes classroom and on-the-job training in the following areas:
  • Store operations - set-up, layout, inventory, receiving
  • Customer Service Training
  • Ordering
  • Website administration
  • Marketing your WeekDay Gourmet store
  • Accounting and Financial Systems
  • Growing your Business
  • Working within a franchised organization

THIS FRANCHISE IS NOT DIRECTED TO ANY PERSON IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING STATES: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD VA, WA AND WI, BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE FRANCHISOR OR ANYONE ACTING WITH THE FRANCHISOR'S KNOWLEDGE. NO FRANCHISES CAN BE OFFERED OR SOLD IN THE STATES LISTED ABOVE UNTIL THE OFFERING HAS BEEN REGISTERED AND DECLARED EFFECTIVE BY THE APPROPRIATE REGULATORY AUTHORITY. NO FRANCHISES CAN BE OFFERED OR SOLD IN ANY STATE UNLESS THE FRANCHISE OFFERING CIRCULAR HAS BEEN DELIVERED TO THE OFFEREE BEFORE THE SALE WITHIN THE APPLICABLE TIME FRAME. THIS FRANCHISE IS OFFERED ONLY BY DELIVERY OF A FRANCHISE OFFERING CIRCULAR.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need restaurant/food experience to operate WeekDay Gourmet Store?

 No. We provide a complete training program including marketing, operations, accounting and technology training.

Can I operate a WeekDay Gourmet franchise and still keep my regular full-time job?

 A WeekDay Gourmet Store is best operated with the owner on site as much as possible. While we do not require our franchisees to work full-time in their store(s), the responsibility generally requires a full-time commitment.

Why should I open a WeekDay Gourmet Store instead of trying it on my own?

 The WeekDay Gourmet management team has developed a successful business model. We have honed our operations to give our franchisees the best possible opportunity for success. Why risk it on your own when you can leverage our expertise and experience?

How much will it cost to open a WeekDay Gourmet Franchise?

 Due to the variable costs of location, construction, and local fees it is difficult to give a precise number as each location will have its own unique associated costs. Through our expertise and experience we will work with you to mitigate and control your up front expenses. Through experience, we estimate the initial start up costs to fall between $90,000 and $192,200 depending on local conditions. This range is including your franchise fee.

A detailed explanation of the Initial Investment may be found in our Franchise Offering Circular.

Will WeekDay Gourmet help me with marketing?

 Yes. We will provide a grand opening advertising package specifically for your trade area, as well as production and strategic assistance with your on-going local marketing efforts.

What makes a successful WeekDay Gourmet Franchisee?

 There are three elements to any successful franchise relationship: a great Concept, a great location and a great operator. We have the first element, and we'll help you find the second. The real key is always the operator. At WeekDay Gourmet, YOU make all the difference. A Franchisee that is willing to follow a proven system, and is committed to excellence, cleanliness, consistency, and constant, positive communication with customers will always have greater success.

What is the optimal size of a WeekDay Gourmet Store?

 With the high-cost of real estate, we have designed our stores efficiently at 1200 - 1400 square feet. But if the location is excellent, we can adapt the layout to meet most any reasonable dimensions.

Do you provide financing?

 WeekDay Gourmet does not provide direct financing. However, we will assist you in obtaining financing through our third-party contacts or a financial institution of your choice.

How soon can I be in business once I have executed a franchise agreement and located a mutually accepted site?

 Once a solid location has been secured, designed and permitted, a WeekDay Gourmet store can be built and open for business in approximately 2-4 months.

Okay, I'm ready to open my first WeekDay Gourmet Store. What's the next step?

 Your WeekDay Gourmet journey begins with the Request for Information form. Please complete the form right now and click submit. Someone from our team will contact you shortly to help you get started with the franchise approval process.

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