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 Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Charley's Grilled Subs system. Charley's Grilled Subs 2500 Farmers Dr., # 140 Columbus, OH 43235-5706 |
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Business Description
CHARLEY'S GRILLED SUBS is a progressive quick-service restaurant with over 300 locations across the United States and Canada. The heart of CHARLEY'S menu consists of freshly grilled Steak and Chicken Subs, fresh-cut fries and freshly squeezed lemonade. CHARLEY'S open kitchen environment and freshly prepared products are unique in the fast-food industry.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1986
Franchising Since: 1991
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: , 12-15 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Strip Center, Regional Mall
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
CHARLEY'S GRILLED SUBS is a progressive quick-service restaurant with over 300 locations across the United States and Canada. The heart of CHARLEY'S menu consists of freshly grilled Steak and Chicken Subs, fresh-cut fries and freshly squeezed lemonade. CHARLEY'S open kitchen environment and freshly prepared products are unique in the fast-food industry.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1986
Franchising Since: 1991
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Franchised Units: | 382 | 91.4% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 36 | 8.6% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 418 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. California | 30 |
| 2. Florida | 28 |
| 3. Ohio | 28 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $300K |
| Cash Investment: | $100 |
| Total Investment: | $152.5-575K |
| Average Total Investment: | $364K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $19.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $20K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% or $250/Wk. |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 0.25% |
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Strip Center, Regional Mall
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 5 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 2 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 2 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 2 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 35 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | At Additional Cost | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | At Additional Cost | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Columbus, OH | 3 Weeks | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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