Franchising
DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Introducing our industry-leading growth incentive program, a performance-based incentive designed to encourage growth by offering saving potential based on your volume output. Move the range slider below and discover your potential savings estimate.
Total Incentive Potential* $
Our growth program is available for multi-unit deals with a 3-store minimum for existing markets and 5-store minimum for new markets.
How it works
CARL'S JR. IS COMMITTED TO GROWTH – JOIN US AND LEARN ABOUT WHAT IT TAKES TO IGNITE YOUR PORTFOLIO.
Minimum Financials*
- Net Worth: $1,000,000
- Liquid Assets: $300,000
Experience
Previous franchise or restaurant experienced preferred
Development Fee*
$10,000
Multi-Unit Development
Preferred 3 restaurant minimum
Target 10+ restaurants
Franchise Fee*
$25,000 to $35,000
dependant on the number of restaurants in operation.
Unit Size
2,500 SQ. FT. to 3,037 SQ. FT.
Royalty Fee*
4% of gross sales
Term of Agreement
20 years
Advertising Fee*
Up to 7%
Franchise Training
10 weeks
Initial Investment*
$1,499,000 - $2,228,000
*Per unit developed.
Information subject to change. Please refer to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document for up-to-date information and full details. International fees vary.
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Step 1. Application
- Complete and submit application
- Receive and review Franchise Disclosure Document
- Provide additional documentation
- Provide proof of assets
- Credit check and initial financial review
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Step 2. Business Plan
- Select territory and develop business plan
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Step 3. FINANCIAL/OPERATIONAL REVIEW
- Background checks completed
- Present business plan to Franchise Development team
- Submit legal entity documentation
- Financial review completed, based on business plan
- Attend discovery day
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Step 4. Approval
- If approval received, begin franchisee training
- Select and submit site for approval
- Secure financing
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Grand Opening
- Finalize lease or purchase
- Begin construction
- Sign Franchise Agreement
- Begin crew training
- Store opening
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Before you open
Our Team will assist with:- Site Selection
- Restaurant Design
- Equipment Ordering
- Construction
- 10-Week Training for Franchise / Senior Management
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After you open
We continue to assist you:- Field Support: a team of franchise business consultants to assist with your business
- Operations: periodic information to assist with operating new business
- Franchise Services: phone or email with any questions you might have
- Culinary/Restaurant Excellence: product, equipment and procedure innovation/optimization
- Marketing/Advertising: our marketing team will support you with strategic advertising and local store marketing
