About Young Chefs and Young Chefs Academy Franchise
Young Chefs Academy is a children's cooking school franchise that has been franchising since 2014.
The brand offers hands on culinary classes, camps, birthday parties, and special events designed for kids and teens in a fun, educational kitchen environment.
Programs teach cooking techniques, kitchen safety, nutrition awareness, and creativity while building confidence and life skills that extend far beyond the kitchen.
Young Chefs and Young Chefs Academy Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales ($400/month min) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% ($100/month min) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $267,400 – $399,900 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $267K–$400K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales ($400/month min)) and marketing fee (2% ($100/month min)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $15,000 or 50% of franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | $250/month |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 7 days (56 hours) |
| Classroom Training | 32 |
| On-the-Job Training | 24 |
| Training Location | Woodway, TX |
| Additional Training | SerVSafe and CPR required |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected Territory (200,000 min population) |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | 200,000+ population |
| Description | Not exclusive, franchisor may compete |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $15,000 or 50% of franchise fee |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Within 75 miles |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Required Suppliers | 50-100% initial, 50-75% ongoing |
Young Chefs and Young Chefs Academy Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Young Chefs and Young Chefs Academy Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Young Chefs and Young Chefs Academy System Growth
Young Chefs and Young Chefs Academy currently operates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 2 | 23 |
| 2022 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| 2023 | 3 | 2 | 26 |
Transfers: 3 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: AR, FL, GA, KS, LA, MD, NJ, NY, OH, PA, SC, TX, VA, WA
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