About Snapchef INITIAL Franchise
Snapchef is a franchise specializing in temporary and permanent employment placement services for the foodservice industry.
Franchisees actively manage the recruitment, hiring, and scheduling of culinary staff, including chefs, cooks, servers, and other kitchen personnel, for various businesses.
The brand also provides essential culinary and hospitality training services to its employees and third parties.
Snapchef INITIAL Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$138K
Average Investment
$168K
Maximum Investment
$198K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Revenue or $50, whichever is greater, paid weekly | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $138,140 – $197,560 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $138K–$198K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Revenue or $50, whichever is greater, paid weekly) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,500 | $39,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Branding Package | $12,840 | $12,840 |
| Training Kitchen Package (optional) | $0 | $9,120 |
| Technology | $5,000 | $8,000 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Start-Up Marketing | $4,000 | $8,000 |
| Insurance | $12,000 | $15,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,500 | $4,500 |
| Lease Deposits | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Other Deposits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Out-of-Pocket Expenses While Attending Training | $2,800 | $5,600 |
| Working Capital (Additional Funds over next 3 months) | $50,000 | $75,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $19,500 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $95/week |
| Audit Fee | Actual costs |
| Administration Fee (MSA) | 12% of revenue from corporate managed MSA accounts |
| Online FastTrack Training Fee | $75 per trainee |
| Professional Organization Fees | Varies, up to $1,000 annually |
| Location Inspection Fees | Varies, up to $1,000 per proposed location |
| Additional Owner/Employee Initial Training Fees | $500 per person |
| Additional Ongoing Required Training Fees | Varies |
| Supplementary Training Fees | Varies |
| Per Day Fee | $500 per person, subject to change |
| Local Advertising Expense | Not less than $4,000 initially and not less than 2% of monthly Gross Revenue |
| Costs and Attorney's Fees | Actual costs |
| Annual Conference Registration Fee | Up to $700 per person |
| Interest | 18% per year on late payments |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 5 days initial training plus 4 days on-site training and assistance |
| Classroom Training | 40 hours (10 Administration, 4 Facility Management, 8 Software & Technology, 8 Staff Management, 10 Sales and Marketing) |
| On-the-Job Training | 18 hours (6 Administration, 3 Facility Management, 3 Software & Technology, 6 Staff Management, 6 Sales and Marketing) plus 4 days on-site at franchisee location |
| Training Location | Snapchef training location in Massachusetts (or virtually via Zoom/Teams) |
| Additional Training | Annual conference attendance required; additional training available at $500/person per day; ongoing required training fees vary |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected for marketing and office presence only; not exclusive for servicing clients |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Geographic area with total population of 500,000 or more people |
| Description | Franchisees receive a Designated Marketing Territory defined by state, county, municipal, postal area, or other commonly understood geographic definitions with a population of 500,000 or more. Exclusivity extends to marketing and physical office presence only, not to servicing of clients. The franchisor will not locate or license another SNAPCHEF business within the Territory during the term, but MSA client account locations and other exceptions apply. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Successive 10-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must not be in default of any provisions of the Franchise Agreement; must bring franchise into compliance with current system standards; must sign new franchise agreement which may contain materially different terms |
| Transfer Fee | $19,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval required; proposed transferee must meet standards for character, financial resources, and willingness to assume obligations; must pay transfer fee and all expenses; transferee must sign then-current franchise agreement and complete training; franchisor has right of first refusal |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate with cause; curable defaults require notice and opportunity to cure per Section 22.3; non-curable defaults (Sections 22.1, 22.2) may result in termination without opportunity to cure |
| Non-Compete Period | 36 months |
| Non-Compete Details | After termination or expiration, franchisee may not operate a similar type of business for 36 months at the Franchise Location, within the Territory, within 50 miles from any point on the perimeter of the Territory, or within the territory or within 25 miles of the territory of any other then-existing SNAPCHEF business |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Each franchise must designate one Managing Owner who must personally manage and operate the franchise as a primary occupation. The Managing Owner must successfully complete pre-opening training and have all authority necessary to carry out day-to-day business decisions. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase the Branding Package (including proprietary SNAPCHEF software, signage, and branded items) from the franchisor. Software maintenance services, Internet website, and email account hosting must also be purchased from the franchisor. Training Kitchen Package may be purchased from the franchisor. Technology and office equipment can be purchased from any vendor. |
| Supply Restrictions | Supplies, fixtures, equipment, merchandise, goods, inventory, and specified services must be purchased only from franchisor-approved suppliers. Estimated 14% to 28% of opening purchases and less than 40% of ongoing purchases from approved suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | No revenue derived from franchisee required purchases as of the issuance date. Franchisor may charge markup of up to 100% over cost on products purchased from franchisor or affiliate. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither the franchisor nor any agent or affiliate offers direct or indirect financing. They do not guarantee any note, lease, or other obligations. |
Snapchef INITIAL Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$1.3M – $5.1M
Sample Size
4 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Snapchef INITIAL Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSnapchef INITIAL 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.
Snapchef INITIAL System Growth
Total Units
4
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
4
Snapchef INITIAL currently operates 0 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 6 states: NY, MI, CT, FL, IL, TX
Snapchef INITIAL Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Snapchef INITIAL franchise ranges from $138,140 to $197,560, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $39,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Snapchef INITIAL charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Revenue or $50, whichever is greater, paid weekly contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Snapchef INITIAL 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 Snapchef INITIAL to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Snapchef INITIAL franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 4 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Snapchef INITIAL has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $138,140-$197,560, a 6% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an 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 $39,500 and the total investment ranges from $138,140 to $197,560 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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