About Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor Franchise
Chicken Salad Chick is a fast casual restaurant brand specializing in a dozen varieties of made from scratch chicken salad, along with soups, sides, and desserts.
The concept has been offering franchise opportunities since 2012 under parent company SSRG Holdings, LLC.
Known for its warm Southern hospitality and welcoming dining rooms, the brand has developed a passionate and growing customer following.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$745K
Average Investment
$745K
Maximum Investment
$745K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 to $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | We have the right to require you to pay up to 4% of your Gross Sales as a Brand | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $744,500 – $744,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $745K–$745K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.0%) and marketing fee (We have the right to require you to pay up to 4% of your Gross Sales as a Brand ) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial franchisee fee* | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Fee (Note 1) | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Branded Merchandise | $9,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 |
| Renewal Fee | $3,500 |
| Technology Fee | $100 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if we find an understatement greater than 3%. |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate law allows |
| Administrative Fee | $100 |
| New personnel training | $1,750 |
| Management Fee | Up to 10% of Gross Sales, plus any out- of-pocket expenses incurred in connectio |
| Initial franchisee fee* | $50,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Fee (Note 1) | $10,000 |
| Branded Merchandise | $9,000 |
| Inventory | $12,000 |
| Signage | $12,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $500 |
| Insurance (6 months) | $2,500 |
| Other deposits and prepaid expenses (Note 5) | $0 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 hours classroom, 1 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 1 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 1 hours |
| Training Location | Atlanta, Georgia |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | protected |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Three 10-year renewals if you meet stated renewal requirements as of the end of each term. If you have renewal-franchise rights and are exercising them for first time because your existing franchise s |
| Termination for Cause | We have the right to terminate your Franchise Agreement only if you or your owners commit one of several violations. While termination of the ADA does not impact any then-effective franchise agreement |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordChicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor System Growth
Total Units
133
Franchised
131
Company-Owned
2
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor currently operates 131 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 131 | ||
| 2020 | 45 | ||
| 2020 | 176 | ||
| 2021 | 153 | ||
| 2021 | 52 | ||
| 2021 | 205 | ||
| 2022 | 159 | ||
| 2022 | 66 | ||
| 2022 | 225 |
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor franchise ranges from $744,500 to $744,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000 to $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor charges a royalty fee of 5.0% of gross sales, plus a We have the right to
require you to pay
up to 4% of your
Gross Sales as a
Brand contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Chicken Salad Chick - Seasoned Franchisor has been franchising since 2012. The FDD shows an investment range of $744,500-$744,500, a 5.0% royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 to $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $744,500 to $744,500 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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