Zaxby's Franchise

Restaurant


Zaxby's Franchising, Inc., actively seeks highly qualified individuals be become licensees. Prior business experience, financial qualifications, motivation, team spirit and a track record of personal success are all important factors in our evaluation process. Prospective licensees must meet the following criteria to be considered:

Collective net worth of at least $700,000, with liquid assets greater than $400,000 (liquidity being defined as cash or any asset that could be converted to cash within ten business days).
Ability to satisfactorily pass background checks for the following: reasonable credit worthiness, no criminal convictions, no history of extensive litigation, and satisfactory motor vehicle report.
Willingness of all investors to personally guarantee any obligations that are required under the license agreement.
Willingness to make a commitment to this venture within 60 - 90 days of signing a license agreement.
Belief that guest service is of critical importance in restaurant operations.

The Zaxby's Mission Statement - Consistently Create Encore Experiences That Enrich Lives One Person At A Time - recognizes the value of all individuals.
ZFI is committed to developing a diverse community of licensees and, in that regard, the Zaxby's franchise opportunity is open to all qualified applicants, regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Zaxby’s
franchised business is $343,200 to $695,200. This includes $40,200 to
$45,000 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates. In
addition, if you enter into a Multi-Restaurant Development Agreement to
develop more than one Zaxby’s restaurant, you must pay the franchisor a
fee of $17,500 for each Zaxby’s restaurant scheduled for development
and subsequently must pay an additional $17,500 upon execution of the
License Agreement for each Zaxby’s restaurant, which amounts are
credited towards the initial franchise fee for each restaurant.

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How much does it cost to open a Zaxby's Franchise?

The investment required to open a Zaxby's Franchise is between $343,200-$695,200. There is an initial franchise fee of $35,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the Zaxby's name.

Individual Unit Costs

  • Initial Investment:
    $343,200-$695,200
  • Initial Franchise Fee:
    $35,000
  • Royalty Fee:
    6%
  • Advertising Fee:
    2.87%-5%


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When did the first Zaxby's open? 1990
When did Zaxby's start Franchising? 1994

United States: Nationwide

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Training
The initial training program is eight weeks long, consisting of a one-week orientation phase at Zaxby's Franchising, Inc.'s training center, three two-week phases at a training restaurant and the final one-week phase back at ZFI's training center. Ongoing support and training updates, in addition to other business development practices - including onsite inspections - are conducted regularly throughout the franchise system.

Business Experience:
Prospective Franchisees must meet the following criteria to be considered: Collective net worth of at least $1,000,000, with liquid assets greater than $500,000 (liquidity being defined as cash or any asset that could be converted to cash within ten business days). Ability to satisfactorily pass background checks for the following: reasonable credit worthiness, no criminal convictions, no history of extensive litigation, and satisfactory motor vehicle report. Willingness of all investors to personally guarantee any obligations that are required under the license agreement. Willingness to make a commitment to this venture within 60 – 90 days of signing a license agreement. Belief that guest service is of critical importance in restaurant operations.

To calculate how much income a franchise owner can do at Zaxby's Franchise, may vary on factors like location, size etc., On the other side as a business owner your goals to maintain the quality of service while streaming sales high and expenses low. As any other franchise may include rent/mortgage, staffing/family, inventory supplies, utilities, administrative costs vise vera. Location to location and seasons the months costs may vary. Most franchises start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover most of the initial operating costs like signage, furniture, decoration and renovations.

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Zaxby's

Zaxby's

Zaxby's Franchising, Inc.
1040 Founders Blvd.,
Athens, GA
30606

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