Back Yard Burgers vs The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Back Yard Burgers vs The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Back Yard Burgers Franchise
The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
Investment $465,000 - $1,680,000$650,000 - $850,000
Franchise Fee $35,000$45,000
Royalty Fee 5%6%
Advertising Fee 3%2%-2.5%
Year Founded 19862001
Year Franchised 19882010
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $1K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Back Yard Burgers Franchise
The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options

     
    Back Yard Burgers Franchise
    The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro 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/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    Back Yard Burgers Franchise
    The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 60% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 35

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Back Yard Burgers Franchise
    The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Back Yard Burgers

    What started as a premium quality burger sold in a grocery store in Cleveland, Mississippi in 1987 quickly caught fire. Lattimore "Lattieā€ Michael realized he had a recipe for success and thus opened the first Back Yard Burgers drive-thru restaurant. Customers flocked to it, eating up the fresh-grilled burgers, great conversation and the neighborly feel that reminded them of their backyard cookouts. A year later, Back Yard Burgers opened up in Tennessee and Florida. And the rest is delicious history.
    WHY BE A BACK YARD BURGERS FRANCHISEE?
    *Uniqueness - back yard flavor
    *A proven brand with a solid operating system
    *Growth free standing building
    *Unique development opportunities
    *Non universities, c-stores and professional sports
    *Strong positioning
    *Signature products
    *Persuasive, professional marketing
    *Operations support
    *Exclusive Territories

    About The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro

    Successful, profitable franchisees are the key to a winning system. The WORKS approach has been designed to build a network of strong and profitable franchisees. Our team is committed to working with you from Day One to develop your business and help you grow with us. When you become a WORKS Franchisee you become many things; a business owner, an employer, a community leader, a brand Ambassador, and most importantly you become part of a team. A team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help you succeed. We offer continuous support and professional guidance throughout the franchise process, from the development of your restaurant to opening day and beyond. We believe in the power of a great Brand. We believe in delivering a unique and consistent guest experience... one Burgerhead at a time. We believe in creating a fun, rewarding work environment for our team. We believe in supporting the communities where we are located. We believe that our success is dependent on making all of our partners successful. The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro is a very unique concept and we are very committed to finding the RIGHT franchisee for the brand. Not just anyone can purchase a WORKS but let's see if you are one of the lucky people who just may! To Download application go to http://www.worksburger.com/Franchising/FranchiseeApplication/tabid/106911/Default.aspx