Franchisee Information Pack
Sandwich Chefs is a favourite place of mine to grab lunch the bread and fillings are so fresh and there are so many to choose from. I can get something tasty and different every day. Much better than I can do at home and, made with a smile! Sam Lee Customer & Sandwich lover, St Kilda
Welcome to Sandwich Chefs For over thirty years Sandwich Chefs Franchisees have been preparing fresh and delicious food for consumers, just the way they like it. The whole story began when the first Sandwich Chefs store opened in Sydney. Since then we have grown to be Australia s largest gourmet sandwich and carvery Franchise, with stores all over the country in the best shopping centres. If you want to be your own boss and you have ambition, creativity and dedication to open your own Sandwich Chefs Franchise, please contact our friendly Franchise Recruitment team on 03 9856 4460 or complete the Franchise enquiry form on our website www.sandwichchefs.com.au
Build your own sandwich business Your own store is waiting for you! Sandwiches are a very popular meal or snack option in Australia. Enjoyed by people of all ages, sandwiches are a fresh alternative to fast food options and are always in demand. Consumers like the fact that they can have a sandwich made for them, just the way they like it. Sandwich Chefs are specialists in this market and over the last three decades have perfected the art of a great sandwich. The Sandwich Chefs concept has been tried and tested since it was first established. Join Sandwich Chefs and be a part of the gourmet sandwich and carvery offer.
In business for yourself, not by yourself! From day one, we will be right alongside you. Once your chosen site has been secured, we get straight down to the business of making the delectable gourmet sandwiches which have made us so successful. We don t expect you to know how to make the perfect sandwich, or carve a succulent, tender roast... we will train and guide you through all the facets of managing your operation. Remember, if you are not successful, neither are we. It s a team effort. If you want to be your own boss and are passionate and enthusiastic in running a successful business, please contact us to express your interest.
Our Menu At Sandwich Chefs we offer delicious gourmet sandwiches, hot roast meals, garden fresh salads, coffee, real fruit and vegetable smoothies, juices and more. We provide tasty meals and snacks from morning to night, to eat in or take home. We also offer great catering services.
Our Menu We ve done all the hard work for you!
Grow with us! With plans for further expansion, Sandwich Chefs is currently looking for Franchise partners for both new and existing stores in the following locations.
Sandwich Chefs Support Sandwich Chefs sites and design and fit out Sandwich Chefs helps select, negotiate and secure a lease for your store site. Sandwich Chefs will design and help manage the fit out and the equipping of each store to meet Sandwich Chefs standards. Sandwich Chefs will help you manage your contractor s fit out. Training Sandwich Chefs will provide full training to its Franchisees covering all aspects of our Sandwich Chefs system, as well as assisting in the opening and running of the store. Products and Suppliers The Franchisee is required to merchandise only those products and services which have been approved by Sandwich Chefs. In terms of supply, we have key specified suppliers which Franchisees are required to use. We also have preferred and local suppliers which we help Franchisees source and purchase product.
Frequently Asked Questions Are there standard procedures that I am required to follow? Are there Trademarks and Intellectual Property? Yes, however the procedures are simple. Sandwich Chefs have designed procedures carefully to make sure your Franchise business operates as efficiently as possible. The Franchisee is granted, under the Franchise Agreement, a Licence to use the intellectual property during the term of and on the terms set out in the operations manual. The procedures cover matters such as reporting, insurance, accounting practices, purchasing, hiring and training new staff, cost control, merchandising, advertising and other essential functions. What are the ongoing costs of being a Sandwich Chefs Franchisee? Franchisees are responsible for all the expenses relating to their store including an occupancy Licence fee (equal to the rental and other outgoings and expenses). The Franchisee will also be required to pay an ongoing royalty fee of 9% of nett sales to Sandwich Chefs.
Frequently Asked Questions When do I pay the royalty fee? You will be required to pay the royalty fee weekly. What if I decide to sell my business? You can sell your store to a buyer who meets the Sandwich Chefs criteria. They will need to enter into the current standard Franchise Agreement at the time of sale and agree to comply with all required procedures. A transfer fee must be paid to Sandwich Chefs. Is investing in a Franchise risk free? Statistics indicate that the risk involved participating in any Franchise should in general, be significantly less than the risk involved in proceeding with purchasing a business on your own. However, in all retail business, risk exists and we cannot guarantee the turnover of a particular store or its profitability.
Frequently Asked Questions Should I seek independent advice before entering a Franchise? We recommend that each Franchise obtain competent legal advice before entering into the Franchise documentations to ensure that its Franchisees fully understand their obligations. In addition, it is prudent for Franchisees to obtain financial advice. What documentation is there? If you wish to go ahead in joining us, there will be further documentation and legal agreements to review and authorise. The Franchise documentation will clearly set out the obligations of the parties and is necessary to protect the integrity of the Sandwich Chefs system for the mutual Got more qu estion s? Contact us to have a discussion at any time 03 9856 4460 benefit of Sandwich Chefs and Sandwich Chef Franchisees. Prior to entering into the Franchise agreement a comprehensive disclosure document is provided to the potential Franchisees.
Find out more If you want to be your own boss and you have ambition, creativity and dedication to open your own Sandwich Chefs Franchise, please contact our friendly Franchise Recruitment team. Sandwich Chefs Pty Ltd Suite 1, Level 11, 636 St Kilda Road Melbourne VIC 3004 Phone: 03 9856 4460 Fax: 03 9856 4461 Email: webenquiry@sandwichchefs.com.au