San Francisco Sourdough Eatery Inc.
At a Glance
Products & Services: Sourdough sandwiches, salads, soups
Number of Locations: 11
Total Investment: $140.7K - 276.1K
Founded: 1999
Began Franchising: 2003
Private Owned
Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $140,700 - $276,100
Franchise Fee: $20,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 15 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $20,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 15 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $250,000
Liquid Cash Available: $50,000 - $100,000
Operations
10% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (50% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 7 days.
Ongoing Support: 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,