FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How long does the application process take from beginning to end?
• How much is the total investment required?
• How much is the total franchise fee?
• What does the franchise fee cover?
• Does Wintzell’s Franchise company require licensing payments?
• What is the length of the franchise agreement?
• How many employees do I need?
• Do I have to run the restaurant?
• Do I have to buy supplies from Wintzell’s Franchise company.?
• How is the advertising handled?
• Where do I get the equipment & supplies necessary for opening a Wintzell’s Oyster House?
• In what areas is Wintzell’s Franchise company aggressively looking for franchisees?

How long does the application process take from beginning to end?
Start by completing the application along with providing us with your resume

How much is the total investment required?
It is anticipated that in establishing and constructing a Wintzell’s Oyster House the Franchisee can expect to make a capital investment ranging from $350,000 - $450,000. There are many variables involved such as local building costs, contractor charges, landlord contributions, market conditions etc.

How much is the total franchise fee?
The fee is $35,000.

What does the franchise fee cover?
The fee secures the right to own and operate a Wintzell’s Oyster House unit in a prescribed territory, and the use of the Wintzell’s Oyster House trade name, trademarks, recipes, distinctive décor and manner of doing business.

Does Wintzell’s franchise company require royalty payments?
Yes, you will pay 4% of your net sales (exclusive of sales tax) to Wintzell’s Franchise Co. for the first year, 5% thereafter on a weekly basis.

What is the length of the franchise agreement?
Term of 15 years or length of lease (not including option years).

How many employees do I need?
50 -80 full and part time.

Do I have to run the restaurant?
No, but we require you to have one general manager and a minimum of 3 fulltime associate managers.

Do I have to buy supplies from Wintzell’s Franchise company?
Wintzell’s Franchising Co. requires the purchase of signature items such as gumbo and West Indies Salad.

How is the advertising handled?
Head Office determines annual budgets and plan of action.

Where do I get the equipment & supplies necessary for opening a Wintzell’s Oyster House?
Only through approved suppliers.

In what areas is Wintzell’s Franchise company aggressively looking for franchisees?
Southeast Region

How do I obtain a list of current & upcoming Wintzell’s Oyster House locations?
By contacting our Director of Franchise Development:
David H. Barrett
251-438-4700 ext. 106
dbarrett@wintzellsoysterhouse.com


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