Chester's vs CRAVE Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Chester's vs CRAVE including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Chester's Franchise
CRAVE Franchise
Investment $12,385 - $277,313$157,900 - $453,500
Franchise Fee $3,500$35,000
Royalty Fee -6%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19522018
Year Franchised 20042018
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Chester's Franchise
CRAVE Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
    		• $100,000 Liquid Capital

    Financing Options
     
    Chester's Franchise
    CRAVE Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Chester's Franchise
    CRAVE Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 30 hours Classroom Training: 3 hours Ongoing training as required Ongoing Training Programs
    Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Franchisee Intranet PlatformReal Estate Assistance Marketing Assistance Operational Support Systems in Place
    Marketing Ad Templates Social media-
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (50% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Chester's Franchise
    CRAVE Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Chester's

    Chester’s serves Great Tasting Fresh Fried Chicken that’s cooked to perfection, with a unique taste and style. Our secret is a family recipe and process that’s been successful for over 40 years. Chester’s brings you delicious fried chicken, tempting tenders, sandwiches, wraps, salads, breakfast items and more. And that’s not all we’re known for! Our chicken is complimented by our signature Potato Wedges, Chester’s Original Sauce and delicious biscuits and sides. We offer a great deal of flexibility in the placement of Chester’s including restaurant-in-store (convenience stores, truck stops, supermarkets), co-branded with other national brands, malls and food-courts, and in-line shopping center locations. And there is variety in our menu formats, including take-out only, take-out and dine-in. We can tailor the restaurant to meet your needs and to properly position Chester’s in your market.

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    #180 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #112 in Franchise 500 for 2021.


    About CRAVE

    Crave began in 2018 and are unique and trendy fast casual BBQ and Hot Dog Joints, that offer BBQ sandwiches and sliders along with 100% All Beef Hot Dogs, Brats and Sausages grilled to perfection. You can top it anyway you like, with our array of toppings and of course add one of our delicious sides, such as baked fries or coleslaw. Crave also features a Self Serve Beer Wall! Customers can choose from the many beer options, as well as wine and cider. As much or little as you choose, it’s up to YOU!