They appreciate a menu served with genuine care. You appreciate a brand built on hospitality and values.
Even more than our wide variety of real, handcrafted food and signature McAlister’s Famous Sweet TeaTM, McAlister’s Deli® is known as a community gathering place, where guests can experience a little something extra. Our franchise owners are valued as leaders in their communities, who provide opportunities for growth for their staff while demonstrating genuine hospitality.
qualified candidates should have:
Prior Business Experience
(Restaurant Experience Preferred)
Commitment to Brand Values and
Exemplifying Genuine Hospitality
our growth strategy makes us interested ideally in those who would be committed to developing 2-10 locations over a 3-7 year timeframe.
ENDCAP OR INLINE SHOPPING CENTER LOCATION
| TYPE OF EXPENDITURE | LOW | HIGH |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,500 | |
| Construction & Build Out Costs | $400,000 | $460,000 |
| Permitting | $800 | $4,800 |
| Equipment Package | $160,000 | $174,000 |
| Millwork | $43,800 | $73,000 |
| Furniture | $14,200 | $27,000 |
| Menu Board, Graphics & Interior Signage | $25,500 | $27,100 |
| Exterior Signage | $40,000 | $87,500 |
| Computer System | $32,000 | $66,500 |
| Smallwares | $12,500 | $18,300 |
| TV/Music | $400 | $4,300 |
| Architect/Engineering | $15,000 | $33,000 |
| Rent | $6,200 | $12,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $25,000 | $27,000 |
| Legal & Accounting Fees | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $15,000 |
| Misc. Opening Costs | $7,500 | $15,000 |
| Training Fees | $0 | $8,850 |
| Travel & Living Expenses during Training | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| TOTALS10 | $875,900 | $1,196,850 |
NEWLY CONSTRUCTED FREESTANDING TRADITIONAL LOCATION WITHOUT A PICKUP WINDOW
| TYPE OF EXPENDITURE | LOW | HIGH |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,500 | |
| Construction & Build Out Costs | $1,000,000 | $1,355,000 |
| Permitting | $6,000 | $8,100 |
| Equipment Package | $165,000 | $178,300 |
| Millwork | $45,000 | $49,700 |
| Furniture | $14,000 | $26,500 |
| Menu Board, Graphics & Interior Signage | $25,000 | $27,100 |
| Exterior Signage | $65,000 | $126,000 |
| Computer System | $32,000 | $66,500 |
| Smallwares | $11,000 | $13,000 |
| TV/Music | $400 | $5,600 |
| Architect/Engineering | $20,000 | $37,000 |
| Rent | $6,200 | $15,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $25,000 | $27,000 |
| Legal & Accounting Fees | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $15,000 |
| Misc. Opening Costs | $5,000 | $10,500 |
| Training Fees | $0 | $8,850 |
| Travel & Living Expenses during Training | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| TOTALS10 | $1,512,600 | $2,112,650 |
EXPRESS RESTAURANT
| TYPE OF EXPENDITURE | LOW | HIGH |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,500 | |
| Construction & Build Out Costs | $175,000 | $255,000 |
| Permitting | $1,050 | $1,500 |
| Equipment Package | $67,450 | $106,500 |
| Millwork | $17,100 | $27,000 |
| Furniture | $10,450 | $16,500 |
| Menu Board, Graphics & Interior Signage | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| Exterior Signage | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Computer System | $21,000 | $56,500 |
| Smallwares | $10,250 | $13,250 |
| TV/Music | $500 | $600 |
| Architect/Engineering | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Rent | $1,200 | $5,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $5,000 | $57,000 |
| Legal & Accounting Fees | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance | $3,500 | $12,000 |
| Misc. Opening Costs | $500 | $2,500 |
| Training Fees | $0 | $8,850 |
| Travel & Living Expenses during Training | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $500 | $2,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| TOTALS10 | $393,500 | $630,700 |
seven steps to becoming a franchise owner.
Hospitality doesn’t just happen at our restaurants. We have a well-defined process to welcome you as a franchisee. From initial interest through qualification, to signing and opening your very own McAlister’s Deli®, our team works with you every step of the way.
Pre-Qualification
Complete the Get Started form or call (800) 227-8353. Once the form is completed, we will contact you to discuss whether you qualify and, if so, further review the next phase of the process.
Franchise Application
After your initial discussion, we will email you our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and a confidential application for completion. We will contact you to review these documents with you and answer any questions you may have.
Validation
We encourage you to visit existing locations and speak with our franchise owners to understand the operating model, hospitality, and other key elements of the franchise.
Meet the Franchise Team
We will schedule an in-person meeting with you to discuss all aspects of franchising with McAlister’s Deli® and your business planning.
FOCUS Day
Meet the McAlister’s Deli® Leadership Team and discuss your business plan. This is a great way for us to get to know each other.
Area Development Agreement
We will prepare an Area Development Agreement (ADA) and Franchise Agreement for your execution. Concurrently, we will review your business plan, complete credit and background checks, and approve you as a franchise owner.
Open Your McAlister’s Deli®
Once you have been approved, you will work with our Real Estate Team to determine your first site. From there, our full Support Team will help you prepare for your Grand Opening.
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