Is
Blaze Pizza
a franchise?
How many
Blaze Pizza
franchises
are there?
What are the
Blaze Pizza
franchise
fees?
Initial Franchise Fee ($30,000)
The Initial Franchise Fee is non-refundable, in whole or in part, under any circumstances.
Royalty (5% of Gross Sales)
The "Continuing Royalty" is based on "Gross Sales" during the previous week. Payments are made via an electronic funds transfer (EFT).
Advertising (4% of Gross Sales)
You must contribute 2% of your Gross Sales to the system-wide "Creative Fund" for the development and building of the Blaze Pizza brand. This contribution can be increased or otherwise modified up to 4% for Restaurants upon 60 days' written notice.
In addition to contributing to the national advertising fund, franchisees must also spend 2% of net sales during each calendar quarter on local advertising and promotion of their restaurant.
Training Software License and MDM License Fee ($60 per month; $95 every 3 years)
This fee covers the software license and MDM license used for training purposes.
Additional Training or Assistance ($500 to $1,500 per week)
This fee is charged for any additional training or assistance provided, plus any related expenses.
Subsequent OnSite Training Program Fee ($12,500 to $17,500)
This fee is charged for any subsequent on-site training programs.
Registration for Annual Convention ($250 to $500 per attendee)
This fee is for registering for the annual convention.
Note: The fees presented here can be found in the Item 5 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. For a complete list of all the fees borne by the franchisee, please consult the Franchise Disclosure Document.
How much does
it cost
to start a
Blaze Pizza
franchise?
The total investment required to initiate the operation of a Blaze Pizza restaurant ranges between $605,000 and $1,087,000. This comprehensive investment includes an amount between $30,095 to $40,095 that must be directed to the franchisor or its affiliates.
For a detailed breakdown of these costs, refer to the table provided below.
Single Restaurant Initial Investment:
Note: The table above provides a snapshot of the main costs associated with starting the most common franchise format (as disclosed in the Item 7 of the Franchise Disclosure Document). For a complete overview of all the expenses involved with the various formats offered by the franchisor, please consult the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Does
Blaze Pizza
provide
training
to its
franchisees?
Blaze Pizza is committed to ensuring that its franchisees are well-prepared to operate their restaurants effectively. To achieve this, they have a structured training program in place. Here's a breakdown of the training process:
- Before opening a Blaze Pizza restaurant, franchisees must undergo a comprehensive training program. This program is designed to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to run the restaurant efficiently and maintain the brand's standards.
- The training covers various aspects of restaurant operations, including the preparation of Blaze Pizza's signature artisan-style pizzas, customer service, and the use of required equipment and computer systems.
- In addition to the initial training, Blaze Pizza provides ongoing support and training opportunities for its franchisees. This ensures that they stay updated with the latest operational techniques and brand standards.
Does
Blaze Pizza
provides
territory
protection?
Franchisees of Blaze Pizza are permitted to operate their Restaurant solely at the accepted location. This location is specified in the Franchise Agreement. If a franchisee hasn't identified a location when signing the agreement, it will be amended once a location is chosen and accepted by the franchisor.
It's important to note that franchisees are not guaranteed any specific location and might not get their top choice. Relocation of the accepted location requires prior written approval from the franchisor.
Once an accepted site for the Restaurant is established, the franchisor will designate a territory. However, if the franchisee operates a Non-Traditional Restaurant, they will not receive any exclusivity or territorial protections. Furthermore, the territory, if granted, will be determined at the sole discretion of the franchisor.
Can a
Blaze Pizza
franchise
be run as
a passive
investment?
For those considering a franchise with Blaze Pizza, active participation in the restaurant's operations is emphasized. The operation of the franchised restaurant should always be under the direct control of either the Operating Principal or a Restaurant Manager.
Whenever the restaurant is open or when any pre-opening or post-closing activities are being conducted, it must be managed by someone who has successfully completed Blaze Pizza's training.
If this is the first restaurant operated by the franchisee in a particular trade area, they must have three certified Restaurant Managers for at least the first 30 days of operation.
