Which Wich Superior Sandwiches
At a Glance
Products & Services: Sandwiches
Number of Locations: 137
Total Investment: $195K - 488.75K
Founded: 2003
Began Franchising: 2004
About Which Wich Superior Sandwiches
Which Wich Super Sandwiches was started by Jeff Sinelli, who had previously founded another franchise food concept, Genghis Grill. To order at Which Wich, guests mark their custom orders on sandwich bags with menus printed on them, choosing the type of sandwich, size, bread, cheese, spreads and vegetables. In addition to over 50 sandwich choices, the menu also offers chips, cookies and milkshakes.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 136 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | 110 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 85 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $195,000 - $488,750
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $30,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $500,000
Liquid Cash Available: $150,000
Operations
100% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 10. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% 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: 3 weeks. At franchisee's location: 1-2 weeks.
Ongoing Support: Meetings, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations
Other marketing support: Online marketing manual
Franchise Ranking History
Top New: #15 (2009),
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