Jerry's Curb Service vs Rumbi Island Grill Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Jerry's Curb Service vs Rumbi Island Grill including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Rumbi Island Grill Franchise
Investment $959,000 - $1,600,000$350,000 - $495,500
Franchise Fee $40,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 4%5%-8%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 1947-
Year Franchised 2004-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Rumbi Island Grill Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Rumbi Island Grill Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
Equipment No/Yes-/-
Inventory No/Yes-/-
Receivables No/Yes-/-
Payroll No/Yes-/-

Training & Support
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Rumbi Island Grill Franchise
Training -Rumbi offers an 8-week General Manager Training Program as well as in-depth team-member training for all positions. Additional information regarding this training program will be made available to approved Rumbi Franchisees and Area Developers.
Support Meetings, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
Operations 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 30 - 30

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

-

Expansion Plans
 
Jerry's Curb Service Franchise
Rumbi Island Grill Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Jerry's Curb Service

If you're looking for a new and exciting franchise opportunity, we should talk. Everyone who knows about Jerry's is well aware of our unique carhop concept and freshly-made all-American fare. And our speedy Palm-Pilot powered ordering system has earned us a reputation for unbeatable fast and friendly service. Good things are worth sharing, which is why we're building exciting opportunities for potential franchisees to spread the Jerry's concept to other markets throughout the US. Founded by the same team that pioneered Bruster's Real Ice Cream, Jerry's Curb Service provides several key ingredients towards owning and operating a successful franchise. * a proven turnkey operating system * comprehensive operational and marketing support * a high-quality product and memorable customer experience * comprehensive training * local store marketing tools * assistance in market identification and location * dedicated corporate and field support * a fun and dynamic atmosphere to offer employees

About Rumbi Island Grill

Rumbi Island Grill is the industry leader in tropical fast-casual dining. Established in 2000 in Salt Lake City, Utah, there are now 23 in operation in Utah, Colorado and Arizona. Rumbi creates the ultimate mealtime getaway by blending authentic fare inspired by Jamaican, South Seas and Island cuisine, with quick, convenient service. The menu includes gourmet rice bowls, crisp, fresh salads, soups, sandwiches, beach burgers and platters. Favorites include the Voodoo Chicken Salad, Hawaiian Teriyaki Rice Bowl, juicy Jerk Chicken Sandwich, Aloha Mango Chicken Salad and main entrees like the Luau Pork Plate and tender Volcano-Blackened Mahi-Mahi. Rumbi is a privately held company headquartered in Sandy, Utah led by President and COO Stuart Gee.
 Rumbi Island Grill has won "Best of State in Utah" honors in the Asian-Pacific cuisine category for four consecutive years from 2005-2008 and is one of only 43 restaurants in America to be honored by the Whole Grains Council for serving whole grains on its daily menu. Rumbi Island Grill was honored as the best fast casual restaurant in 2007 in the "Best of Greater Phoenix" competition. For more information, please visit: www.rumbi.com.