How can I open a Lindburgers franchise?
Lindburgers actively seeks highly qualified individuals to become franchisees. Prior business experience, coupled with personal financial qualifications, individual motivation and a track record of success are important factors in our evaluation process. If you are interested in becoming a part of the Lindburgers family, complete and submit the on-line confidential consideration form. Upon receipt, our franchise development manager will contact you to discuss your situation and schedule a phone interview.
Do I need to have previous experience in the industry to be a franchisee?
No, prior experience in the food service industry is not required. We do, however, look for franchise candidates that share our interest in providing quality products and outstanding service, and who have business, marketing, management, and/or customer service skills and experience.
How much is the franchise fee to open a Lindburgers?
Each new franchisee currently pays an individual franchise fee of $50,000 to acquire a Lindburgers franchise for the basic 10-year term of the franchise agreement.
What do I get for my franchise fee? Pursuant to the franchise agreement, your Lindburgers franchise fee and royalty provides:
- Permission to use our trademarks for your franchise and therefore capitalize on the valuable Lindburgers brand
- Access to our proprietary products for sale in your store
- Site selection consulting
- Extensive upfront training to become proficient at operating an Lindburgers store
- Ongoing store training and support services
- Access to sophisticated software tailored to Lindburgers stores developed through a partnership with Micros
- Participation in our meetings and events
- Training, operation manuals, construction and ad materials
- All sales manuals and materials
- Form templates for your business
- Access to all vendor purchasing programs
What would my total initial investment be for a Lindburgers franchise?
Initial Investment Range: $217,200 - $495,000.
How much cash do I need?
You will need a minimum of $250,000 to $400,000 in liquid assets to qualify. Liquid assets do not include real estate (including home), automobiles, personal effects, or borrowed funds.
What is the current charge for the continuing service fee?
Initial Investment Range: $217,200 - $495,000.The monthly continuing services and royalty fee is 4.5% of gross receipts from your Lindburgers franchise. This fee payment contributes to the overall support system; i.e., training, field support, purchasing, new product development, and quality control, to mention just a few.
What about advertising?
Building Lindburgers brand recognition and reputation is an essential ongoing objective that benefits everyone. For this purpose, each new franchisee will contribute 1% of their monthly gross sales to the Marketing Fund when there are at least 50 Lindburgers Restaurants.
What type of training will I receive from Lindburgers before I open a store?
Initial Investment Range: $217,200 - $495,000.The monthly continuing services and royalty fee is 4.5% of gross receipts from your Lindburgers franchise. This fee payment contributes to the overall support system; i.e., training, field support, purchasing, new product development, and quality control, to mention just a few.
Do I receive assistance in opening my Lindburgers restaurant?
Yes. In addition to your 4-week training period, a Lindburgers opening team will work with you for one week prior to your restaurant opening as well as one week after your restaurant is opened..
What type of continuing operational guidance will I receive? You will receive a comprehensive operations manual covering the many important facets of your business operation. You will also receive periodic visits by one of our trained field personnel to consult, assist and guide you in all aspects of the operation of your business, giving you the security of knowing that expert advice is always available. Lindburgers will also assist you in the areas of quality control, advertising and promotions and research and development. Top
How long does the application process take from beginning to end?
Upon completion of the personal interview, Lindburgers will make a decision within 3-4 weeks regarding approval status.
I have an ideal location in mind and there are no other Lindburgers locations nearby. Can I pursue this location?
Prior to discussing potential locations with applicants interested in opportunities with Lindburgers, applicants must go through our application approval process. Upon approval as a potential Lindburgers candidate, we can begin to review your potential location.
How much money can I make?
Unfortunately, federal and state laws prevent us from suggesting how much money you can earn from a Lindburgers restaurant. The amount of money you may make will depend on many factors including the location of your restaurant, traffic flow, local marketing and advertising, the cost of your investment, how well you manage your restaurant and control variable costs, and other factors. We do not predict sales or profits for any new locations. We encourage you to discuss this issue with existing franchisees.
May I obtain a copy of Lindburgers UFOC Agreement?
Upon completion and acceptance of the online confidential consideration form, we will contact you to set up a phone interview. After that initial interview we will set up a face-to-face meeting to discuss the application. After that meeting a copy of Lindburgers current UFOC will be provided. In the meantime, if you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to call us at (561) 588-9100.
Does Lindburgers help with site selection?
Selecting the site is a joint process between the franchisee and Lindburgers Franchising Company. We will provide you with our site selection criteria and help you get in touch with commercial realtors who specialize in finding retail locations. Once a potential Lindburgers site has been identified, we will review and evaluate it together. We will utilize our extensive criteria that have been established by our experienced personnel for use in determining proper locations. (Our site approval for a Lindburgers restaurant is not an endorsement for success.)
Can I design my own store?
Lindburgers Franchising Company maintains control over the design and finished materials of all restaurants. This is done in order to maintain consistency of design, quality of store build-out, and to ensure the most effective operational capabilities of each store.
Does Lindburgers offer financing?
No, however we have taken the steps to ease the process of financing your franchise investment. Lindburgers Franchising Company can direct potential franchisees to sources that provide financing options to individuals in the areas of equipment leasing, construction and SBA loans.
How long does it take to open the store?
Each location is different, depending on a variety of factors, including site selection, build-out requirements and training. However, it typically takes approximately 6-8 months from signing the franchise agreement to opening day at your Lindburgers restaurant.
The above information is general in scope. Please refer to Lindburgers Franchise Agreement and UFOC for more detailed information. This advertisement is not an offering sell you a franchise. An offer can only be by the prospectus in the form of a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC). This document will be presented to you at a meeting set up at your convenience.
