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 | Charley's Grilled Subs |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$150,000Required Net Worth
$300,000Number of Units
287In Business Since
1986* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
"We are only as successful as our franchisees"
-- Founder, Charley Shin
Charley's Franchisees:
Our successful network of franchisees is the reason that Charley's Grilled Subs® is the #1 Philly Steak chain in the country. We believe that to run a prosperous business, you need to have passion for serving people and a desire to make a difference in your community. It's the passion for our product and our people that separates Charley's from the rest.
-- Founder, Charley Shin
Charley's Franchisees:
Our successful network of franchisees is the reason that Charley's Grilled Subs® is the #1 Philly Steak chain in the country. We believe that to run a prosperous business, you need to have passion for serving people and a desire to make a difference in your community. It's the passion for our product and our people that separates Charley's from the rest.
Products & Services
It's All about Taste:Our customers tell us that the #1 reason they come to Charley's is because the food simply tastes great. We believe in sticking to what we do best: serving fresh grilled Philly Steak & Chicken Subs.
You can't have great taste without superior ingredients. We prepare all of our menu items fresh, made-to-order, using the following:
- USDA choice steak
- All white meat chicken breast
- 95% lean ham & turkey
- Fresh baked Italian buns
- Fries cooked in cholesterol-free soybean oil
- Fresh sliced vegetables
- All dairy cheese
Training & Support
Charley's team will be on hand to help you through all the stages of opening and beyond, including:Site Selection
Our Real Estate team will provide you specific criteria to help guide you through the site selection process as you review locations in your area. Our support includes:
- Demographic analysis
- Site review
- Assistance with lease term negotiations
- Assistance with identifying a qualified broker in the market
Design & Construction
Starting with floor plans and ending with the first ring of the register, Charley's construction team will assist you during the construction process, including:
- Project bidding
- Signage & equipment ordering
- Architectural & design drawings
- General contractor selection
Training
From product preparation to inventory control to creative hiring techniques, we will teach you all you need to know during a 5-week training course that includes training at one of our regional training stores as well as instruction at our training center in Columbus, OH. Our state-of-the-art training program includes:
- Food preparation & inventory control
- Training & operations manuals & instructional videos/CDs
- Business analysis & planning
- Employee incentive programs
- Customer service principles
- Local store marketing
Purchasing
Charley's purchasing team has negotiated national pricing contracts with some of the largest purveyors in the country. Our purchasing program offers you:
- Contract pricing
- One-stop shopping
- Internet ordering
- Customer service specialists
- Continuous price analysis and negotiating
Marketing
All of Charley's marketing programs are designed to bring new customers in and keep existing customers coming back. Our marketing team provides you with:
- Turnkey promotions
- Point-of-Sale materials
- Fulfillment center
- Local store marketing programs
- Franchisee newsletter
- Franchisee extranet
Operations Support
You will be assigned a Franchise Business Consultant who will assist you in evaluating all aspects of your business. Individualized support includes:
- On-site grand opening sssistance and training
- Profit & loss analysis
- Inventory & cost control
- Ongoing visits
- Sales building strategies
Why Charley's Grilled Subs?
Entreprenuer Magazine
Franchise 500 List
Rated #1 in Category, 2001 - 2006
Success Magazine's
Annual "Franchise Gold 200", Listed in top 20 ranking
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Regional Award Winner
Mass Mutual, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
"Blue Chip Enterprise Award"
Entrepreneur Magazine's
“Top 57 Fast Food Franchises in the World"
Business First Magazine
Top 50 Private Businesses
Corporate Caring Award Finalist
Columbus, Ohio
Entrepreneur Magazine
“Best of the Best” Franchises, 2006
Franchise 500 List
Rated #1 in Category, 2001 - 2006
Success Magazine's
Annual "Franchise Gold 200", Listed in top 20 ranking
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Regional Award Winner
Mass Mutual, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
"Blue Chip Enterprise Award"
Entrepreneur Magazine's
“Top 57 Fast Food Franchises in the World"
Business First Magazine
Top 50 Private Businesses
Corporate Caring Award Finalist
Columbus, Ohio
Entrepreneur Magazine
“Best of the Best” Franchises, 2006
Are You a Good Fit for Charley's Grilled Subs?
Getting Started
Franchise Candidates seeking to start with a single location must have a net worth of $300,000 of which at least $150,000 must be in liquid or liquidable assets.
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial Franchise Fee for a single location is $19,500 and is paid at the signing of the Franchise Agreement. With a Development Agreement, the Franchise Fee for each additional location is $10,000.
Estimated Initial Investment
The estimate initial investment for a Charley's Grilled Subs franchise ranges from $127,500 to $513,500.
Franchise Candidates seeking to start with a single location must have a net worth of $300,000 of which at least $150,000 must be in liquid or liquidable assets.
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial Franchise Fee for a single location is $19,500 and is paid at the signing of the Franchise Agreement. With a Development Agreement, the Franchise Fee for each additional location is $10,000.
Estimated Initial Investment
The estimate initial investment for a Charley's Grilled Subs franchise ranges from $127,500 to $513,500.
