Erik's DeliCafe Franchises Inc.

Soups, sandwiches, salads, baked goods

Background

Founded: 1973 Franchising since: 1986
After receiving his bachelor's degree in business and marketing, Erik Johnson tried his hand at accounting, security, food service and real estate before purchasing a 600-square-foot store in Scotts Valley, California, back in 1973. With help from his family, Johnson founded Erik's Deli Café, a quick-service and catering restaurant that served sandwiches, salads, soups and baked goods.

Johnson expanded his chain throughout Northern California before selling the first franchise in 1986.

365 Coral St.
Santa Cruz, California 95060

Phone:
(831)458-1818

Franchisor is a privately-held company with 6 employee(s); 6 employee(s) in franchise department.

Where Seeking Franchisees
In the U.S. California, United states

Exclusive territories available.
Territory size: 3-mile radius

Costs and Fees

Total investment: $285K-503.5K
Franchise fee: $20K

Ongoing royalty fee: 5%
Term of agreement: 10 years, renewable

Type of Financing Available

	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	No
Equipment	No	No
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Qualifications
Net worth requirement: $1M
Cash liquidity requirement: $250K
Business Experience:

Industry experience
General business experience

Operations

78% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 16
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)