Wing Machine vs Slim Chickens Franchise Comparison

Is a "Wing Machine" Franchise For You? It's that simple. Are you excited to go into business for yourself? But are afraid you can't make it on your own? In buying a franchise, you receive many of the benefits of having your own business-independence, financial security, pride of ownership-and fewer headaches. With a "Wing Machine" restaurant, you also have the advantage of using company resources. You get the expertise of an unmatched team of professionals including managers, negotiators, architects, instructors, strategists, marketing and advertising experts and over 27 years of experience to top it off. We'll be able to help get you started. And we'll stay by your side, every step of the way. So you'll really never have cause to feel alone. Do you need a food service background to be successful? While it helps to have some food service background, it isn't a necessity. All you really need is energy, determination, good instincts and excellent people skills.

The "Wing Machine” is one of the fastest growing chain of fast food restaurants in Southern Ontario, specializing in chicken wings.

Other menu items include Chicken dinners, Ribs, Jerk Chicken, Pizza, Sandwiches, Chicken fingers, Fries, Vegetable Sticks, Salads and Soft Drinks.

The first location opened in downtown Toronto in 1987. The operation was designed for its simplicity of operation, with the wings and ribs sold by the pound.

Our roots run deep in the Delta where the food is honest, meals are social, and the door is always open. We started with a mission to bring a dose of that southern hospitality to a fast, casual setting - serving Fresh Delicious Chicken® to the communities we serve.

Our startup story is pretty simple. It all started with a craving for a quick, quality meal - fresh chicken cooked to order. The founders, Greg Smart and Tom Gordon, discovered there was a niche to fill and rallied where lots of great startups begin, from their garage! Tireless testing and a laser-focused vision launched the first

Slim Chickens restaurant in Fayetteville, Arkansas, 2003. Now, tens of thousands of happy customers later, we know that there’s something special about our hand-breaded chicken tenders, fresh hot chicken sandwiches, made-to-order wings and our house-made dipping sauces that keep our loyal fans coming back…over and over again.

Our service model sets us apart from quick service restaurants. Whether you’re dining in, driving through, or carrying out, our people will greet you with a warm smile and a desire to please. When dining in, we bring your food to your table and provide you with that extra touch of hospitality. We strive to return that enthusiasm by giving back to the communities we serve - helping local non-profits with fundraisers, donating food to community events, and doing everything we can to improve the lives of people in the communities where we live and work.

The initial investment necessary to begin operation of a single Slim Chickens franchise ranges from $841,900 to $1,739,000. This includes $15,000 that must be paid to the franchisor as initial franchise fees. If you sign a Development Agreement to develop multiple Restaurants, you will have to pay the franchisor a territory fee equal to $15,000 multiplied by the total number of Restaurants to be developed. The franchisor does not have a minimum number of Restaurants you would need to develop to sign a Development Agreement.