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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Carl's Jr vs Sandella's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $1,603,000 - $2,168,000 | $147,400 - $225,250 |
Franchise Fee | $25,000 - $35,000 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 4% | - |
Advertising Fee | 6% | - |
Year Founded | 1945 | 1994 |
Year Franchised | 1984 | 2007 |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | - |
Renewal Fee | Varies | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | Available at franchisee's location, 12 weeks of management training & at grand opening | - |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
Carl's Jr. is known all through the Western U.S. as the place to go for premium quality burgers, specifically its 100% Angus hamburger Six Dollar Burger line.
At Hardee's® and Carl's Jr.® our brand sets us
apart from the competition. Our advertisements are created to be so bold
and memorable that they've been known to crash internet video servers.
Our taglines deliver bold statements and our visuals are designed to
keep viewers wanting more. EAT LIKE YOU MEAN IT.
Hardee's® and Carl's Jr.® have a strong track
record of successfully developing new premium products to lead the
category in taste, quality, and innovation. As an industry leader, we
have consistently out-delivered all other quick-service restaurants in
product development since our founding. Staying on top requires that we
continue to lead the way in the products we serve through taste,
quality, and innovation.
* Our Basics: Low Cost of Entry, Great Products, Great Looking Stores and Simple Systems * Proven concept in 125+ locations! * No grills, fryers, hoods or venting - overall ease of operations! * Easy food prep - no cooking from scratch * All items prepared in 4 steps or less: Bread - sauce - protein - toppings * Healthy menu items - today's consumers seek healthy options! * Efficient purchasing and labor systems * Proprietary, quality product and flatbread * Simple Construction / Build Out
Sandella's Flatbread Cafe is expanding quickly across the United States, operating over 125 Sandella's Flatbread units across the country. We are experiencing rapid growth via multi-unit franchising and area development, with over 350 new units in development across the United States and in the United Arab Emirates. As we enjoy our growth, we are seeking additional development agents and multi-unit franchisees with a passion for success to join our team.