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Franchises
Questions
1. What type of
Franchises are available?
Single unit Franchises on a restaurant by
restaurant basis or a Development Agreement for more than one in a
specified and defined area.
2. What is the initial Franchise fee?
$25,000 for one restaurant.
3. What does $25,000 get me?
- A 10-year license to
use the name, logo types, processes and recipes. Help and advice in all
the necessary areas to eventuate an operating restaurant including:
- Site selection
& Lease negotiation assistance
- Assistance with
restaurant layout plan
- Management training
- Assistance with Grand
Opening and continuing promotional planning and execution
- On location "Hands on"
Franchisor support 2 days prior and continuing for 3 days after opening
4.
How much money will I need to get my first restaurant open and doing
business?
The cost will vary due to the actual location and building chosen as to
remodeling costs, yet the parameters should fall within the $50,000 to
$235,000 range (excluding the initial Franchise Fee). The lower cost of
$50,000 would be realized if you can gain necessary financing based on
your collateral and credit history. Leasehold improvements may be
substantially covered through Landlord allowances. Equipment can be
leased and the cost spread out over 2 to 5 years.
5.
What is my net worth requirement for a Cecil’s Texas Style
BBQ® Franchise?
$200,000 (including equity in personal residence) with $60,000 liquid
capital.
6.
Does Cecil’s Texas Style BBQ¬ Franchise provide
financing?
No, it does not. Franchisee must obtain financing however, we can
provide referrals.
7.
What type of locations are suitable for a Cecil’s Texas Style
BBQ®?
Existing structures, easily convertible to a restaurant site. Optimum
building size is 2500 - 4000 square feet, seating for 65 - 150, parking
for 35 - 70 cars, capability to have a drive-thru by selecting a free
standing building or an end cap in a strip center. (Example: gas
station, mini drive-thru bank, small retail shop, or prior restaurant
location).
8.
Where will I purchase my equipment?
From your local equipment suppliers. We will make suggestion and set
quality standards for equipment.
9.
What is the royalty on gross sales?
Four (4) percent, paid monthly.
10.
What about advertising?
Currently, you, the Franchisee, must spend two (2) percent of your
gross sales on pre-approved, local advertising. Another one (1) percent
will paid to The Cecil’s Texas Style BBQ¬ Franchise
advertising fund. The total of three (3) percent may have varied
distributions.
11.
Can I find my own location?
Yes, it is your responsibility. We will help and must have final
approval.
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12. Do I
receive training from Cecil’s BBQ Franchise, Inc.?
Yes. All Franchisees, owner/operators and/or their management, must
attend and successfully complete the 8-week training program provided by the
Company at a specified area location in Orlando, Florida. The cost of
this initial training for two persons is included in your franchise
fee; however, those costs connected with travel and lodging and
management salaries, as well as additional trainee tuition, will be at
your expense. The training program is eight weeks in duration and
extensively covers hands-on training. Employees may attend the program
as mutually agreed upon by yourself and the Company. Also included with
The Cecil’s Texas Style BBQ¬ Franchise Training will
be a review of all department functions including:
Operations
Quality Assurance
Real Estate
Architectural
Construction
Marketing
Accounting
13. Do I
receive assistance in opening my business?
Yes. In addition to your initial training period, a Company
representative will work with you, at your expense, in your market
prior to, as well as after opening. Our corporate office is available
for assistance.
14. What form
of continuing guidance will I receive?
First of all, you will receive on loan, the CECIL’S BBQ
Franchise, Inc. manuals covering the many important facets of your
business operation. As the manuals are updated, revisions will be made
available to you. You will receive periodic bulletins containing useful
management tips and information. You will also receive periodic visits
by a representative who may consult with you and offer useful advice
and counsel on advertising, promotions, training, communication, and
any other business information you may require.
15. Do I get
guidance on purchasing inventory and supplies?
Yes. Our Operations Department evaluates suppliers based on their
ability to provide products that are equal to or exceed our
specifications and high quality standards, in sufficient volume and
lowest competitive prices, and then recommends these sources for your
use. An approved products list is available in your manuals.
16. What
supplies must be purchased from designated suppliers?
Bread, beef, turkey, chicken, ham, and printed or embossed paper and
plastic containers and supplies.
17. Who
decides prices I will charge for menu items?
You do; however, we will provide you with guidance, which will give you
pricing suggestions based upon our past experiences and
information/knowledge we have gained over the years. We would like to
keep all operators consistent as our customers will frequent us in
different cities.
18. What is
the term of my Franchise Agreement?
Ten (10) years initially, with an option to renew for ten (10) years.
19. How long
will it take to open a Cecil’s Texas Style BBQ®?
60 - 120 days (many variables).
20. What's
next for me to pursue and continue?
Call us at:
(321-287-3166)
Or print out Questionnaire and fax to: (407) 423-9903
Download Questionnaire
or mail it to:
CECIL’S BBQ Franchise, Inc.
PO Box 56-0648
Orlando, Florida 32856
franchisedept@cecilsbbq.com
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