East of Chicago Pizza Company vs 241 Pizza Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of East of Chicago Pizza Company vs 241 Pizza including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
East of Chicago Pizza Company Franchise
241 Pizza Franchise
Investment $162,000 - $463,000$190,000 - $235,000
Franchise Fee $20,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 5%5% of all Sales or $350/ week
Advertising Fee -3% or $345/mo.
Year Founded 1990-
Year Franchised 1991-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee To be determined-


Business Experience Requirements

 
East of Chicago Pizza Company Franchise
241 Pizza Franchise
Experience
  • Company uses Birkman Profile & Corporate Interview Series
  • *Desire to provide the highest quality service and product to customers. *Personal potential for business success. *Adherence and integrity to the business plan. *Managerial skill and aptitude. *Capital investment requirements.

    Financing Options

     
    East of Chicago Pizza Company Franchise
    241 Pizza Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/YesYes/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/Yes
    Equipment Yes/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/Yes-/Yes
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    East of Chicago Pizza Company Franchise
    241 Pizza Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 2 weeks Classroom Training: 4 weeks

    Both classroom instruction and on-the-job training for approximately 50 hours per week. It covers basic principals of management, food preparation, customer service and other details vital to the success of your new business.

    241 Pizza will provide an extensive training program covering all aspects of store operations including food preparation, operating policies, equipment maintenance, selling and merchandising, management and financial control, etc. This program is three weeks in duration and is held at one of our designated training stores.

    Support Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising

    Comprehensive, confidential 241 Pizza Operations Manual covering the important facets of your restaurant's operation. Ongoing advice and guidance from your Business Development Manager (BDM), including: *Recruiting, Hiring, Training and Maintaining Sufficient Staff Levels *Business Planning, Projecting and Budgeting *Maximizing Financial Performance *Cost Controls *Cash Flow Management *Customer and Community Relations *Maintaining High Operational Standards for Focusing on Quality, Service, Cleanliness & Value *Safety and Security *Food Management and Sanitation

    241 Pizza National Office maintains skilled personnel to ensure efficient administration and program coordination. Regardless of the level of industry experience you may or may not have, we will provide with the guidance and training you will need to efficiently manage your business.

    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising-
    Operations 26% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20

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

    Number of Employees Required to Run: 20

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    Expansion Plans

     
    East of Chicago Pizza Company Franchise
    241 Pizza Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About East of Chicago Pizza Company

    When founder L. Scott Granneman was thinking of a name for his second pizza restaurant in Willard, Ohio, he remembered one of his customers telling him he made 'the best pizza east of Chicago.' The comment stuck with Granneman, and now East of Chicago Pizza has more than 120 locations stretching as far east as Virginia.
    East of Chicago locations offer favorite toppings such as pepperoni and mushrooms as well as a menu of specialty pizzas like Taco (which is covered with lettuce, tomato, black olives, sour cream, cheddar cheese, beef and salsa) and dessert pizzas (Dutch Crunch apple pizza or Peanut Butter & Jelly).

    About 241 Pizza

    96 successful locations in Canada and GROWING! * Managed by talented professionals with a proven track record and a dedication to succeed. * A competitive start-up cost for a "turnkey" operation has high Return on Investment (ROI) potential. * No experience necessary. * Single units and area development franchises available.

    We have developed a comprehensive and efficient three-week training program that can be easily taught to people interested in owning and operating their own business. Our training and ongoing support allow all of our pizzerias to meet our high standards for product and quality and outstanding customer service. We don't accept mediocrity; we expect excellence in every aspect of our business. We are dedicated to building strong new franchise relationships resulting in a "Win Win" situation.

    The 241 Pizza Franchise System includes: 1. Site Selection/Lease Negotiation 2. Business/ Pizzaria Training 3. Food and Equipment Sourcing 4. Pizzaria Opening Assistance 5. Research and Development 6. Marketing Positioning/Brand Awareness 7. Advertising and Promotion 8. Ongoing Business Development 9. Pricing and Quality Controls For More Franchise Information Contact: Richard Straker, Manager of Franchise Development 1-877-241-0-241 x245

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