Jody Maroni's Sausage Kingdom
At a Glance
Products & Services: Gourmet sausages & hot dogs
Number of Locations: 19
Total Investment: $94.5K - 402.5K
Founded: 1979
Began Franchising: 1998
Private Owned
About Jody Maroni's Sausage Kingdom
Jordan Monkarsh learned how to link sausage at his father's butcher shop. Using that experience, Monkarsh strove to create healthy, gourmet sausages and in 1979 created Jody Maroni's Sausage Kingdom. The Venice Beach, California, stand served sandwiches featuring the company's Bombay Curried Lamb and Yucatan Chicken sausages.As Monkarsh's sausages grew in popularity in the Los Angeles area, Jody Maroni stands popped up at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles International Airport and other area hotspots. Today the company is opening stands throughout the United States, offering hot dogs, hamburgers, French fries and their signature sausage sandwiches.
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2009 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $94,500 - $402,500
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $400,000
Liquid Cash Available: $100,000
Operations
50% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 7. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators).How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 7 days. Opening at franchise location : 4 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,