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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Wow! What a Sub!! Boyz Subs & Steaks vs Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $187,500 - $249,000 | $338,050 - $610,000 |
Franchise Fee | $17,500 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 4% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | - | 2% |
Year Founded | 1990 | 2005 |
Year Franchised | 2004 | 2008 |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | - |
Renewal Fee | 50% of then franchise fee | - |
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/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/Yes | -/- |
Payroll | No/Yes | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | Training is about 6 weeks long at a Pickleman's Corporate Location. Pickleman’s does not charge for the initial training program for you and 1 designated manager. You are responsible for wages, travel, and living expenses for the duration of training. |
Support | Grand opening, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations |
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | No |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
In 1989, two business visionaries restless to construct an independent venture acknowledged there was a clear requirement for a sub/sandwich shop that exemplified quality. In view of this the idea is offer just crisp cut meats and cheeses just before your eyes and permitting every client to see their sandwich made to their own inclination.
For more than 20 years and serving more than one million clients, organizers Ken Mark still yearning to bring each client unprecedented subs and steaks day by day. Stop in today and appreciate a really awesome sub or steak of your decision.
After working in the franchise and restaurant industry for 16 years Doug
Stritzel, founder and owner of Pickleman’s, began his quest to realize
his longtime dream of building a distinct new dining concept.
In October 2005 Doug opened the first Pickleman’s
in Columbia, MO. In January 2008 the second Pickleman’s was opened.
Today, Pickleman’s has 22 locations and counting, three in Columbia, MO,
two in Springfield, MO, six in St Louis, MO, one in Lincoln, NE, one in
Lawrence, KS, four in Kansas City, two in Omaha, NE, and one in Norman,
OK.
Pickleman’s focuses above all on using the highest
quality product and creating profound and unique flavor profiles people
love. Offering a wide array of all natural products with the freshest
ingredients gives our Toasted Sandwiches, Pizzas, Soups, Salads and
Desserts a quality that sets us apart. Our Delivery and Catering
services allow us to serve large groups, cater events, and provide you
with our superior service at your door.
Doug has plans to expand the Pickleman’s franchise
and share his passion for high quality food with the world. His goal is
to establish and continue to develop his own brand and someday be
successful enough to spend lots of time with two wonderful children,
Jack and Audrey.