Perkins Franchising

5 Support Systems Built into Our Restaurant Franchise

If you’re researching restaurant franchise opportunities, one of the most important things to keep in mind is the support you should expect to receive. Every franchisor promises to provide ample amount of resources to their franchisees, but what that support looks like can vary immensely from brand to brand. We’re proud to have a number of valuable support systems built into our restaurant franchise opportunity. Learn about a few of them below.

#1. Time-Tested Operational Systems

Time is money in the restaurant business. Restaurant owners need to ensure every process is streamlined and running efficiently, so guests have a great experience and at affordable prices. Perkins has been in business for decades, and you can count on us to show you the best ways to manage everything from food prep to clearing tables to managing your books.

#2. Vendor & Supply Chain Support

Finding the most suitable vendors is another significant consideration. If you’re wondering about how to own a restaurant business, you’ve likely considered the fundamental question: Where will I source my food inventory from? You’ll need to find suppliers that offer unmatched quality and competitive prices. The Perkins system has already built up these relationships for you!

#3. Initial and Ongoing Training

We’ve designed our Franchise Orientation Program to help new franchisees learn the basics of what goes into running a Perkins restaurant. If you’ve never operated a restaurant before, this program can help get you up to speed so you can open your doors with confidence.

Of course, we don’t stop teaching you new things once your restaurant is up and running. You can count on us to provide you with professional development and periodic refreshers; so you stay up-to-date on the latest best practices.

#4. Marketing Assistance

You’ll want to spread the word about your new restaurant throughout your community, and Perkins knows just how to accomplish that. Not only do we provide our franchisees with ready-made marketing materials that can be customized for their location(s), but we also help them identify the best channels for their area (e.g., radio, digital, television). You can count on us to provide you with marketing support throughout the life of your business.

#5. A Team of Experts Ready to Help

Independent business owners have no one to turn to when they have questions or run into obstacles. Perkins franchisees never need to worry about figuring problems out on their own! Our team of restaurant and business experts is here to provide them with guidance at every stage. You can also count on us to keep an eye on your performance and provide strategies to help you reach your growth goals.

Perkins stands out among restaurant franchise opportunities because of the strong support we provide at every stage. Contact us today to learn more about what you should expect!

Key Expenses When Starting a Restaurant Business with Perkins

How much does it cost to start a restaurant? That can be tricky to answer for independent restaurant owners. There are so many variables that go into starting a new restaurant: location costs, furnishings, buildout, inventory, marketing, and much more. If you’re going it alone, it can be difficult to avoid the unexpected costs that will incur when planning for everything you project you’ll need.

There are certainly variables to keep in mind when you start a restaurant business with Perkins as well. However, we’ve opened hundreds of locations since 1958, so we’ve developed a comprehensive breakdown of everything a franchisee needs to get started. This assessment significantly reduces the likelihood of running into unexpected expenses along the way. Here you’ll learn what it costs to open a Perkins franchise and what to expect for your investment.

The Estimated Initial Investment

We estimate that it will cost between $1.7-2.7 million to open a new Perkins franchise. The amount you’ll ultimately spend will depend on factors like where your restaurant will be located, whether you opt to lease or purchase the building, how much construction is necessary, and so forth. When you contact us, we’ll learn more about your area so we’re better equipped to give you a personalized estimate.

What’s Included in the Costs to Start a Restaurant Business?

The Perkins investment includes just about everything you’ll need to start a new restaurant – check out the breakdown on our website! A few of the necessary expenses are listed below.

One-Time Initial Franchise Fee: $40K. Your initial franchise fee is one of the most fundamental parts of the investment. It helps offset some of the costs associated with your onboarding and enables you to use our time-tested operational systems and brand name.

Training Fee & Expenses: $82K+. All Perkins franchisees receive comprehensive franchise training to help them master our business model. Your training will give you many of the tools you’ll need to keep your business running smoothly and efficiently.

Equipment & Seating: $490K+. Perkins restaurants are famous for their size. We attract large crowds, especially during weekend brunch hours, and we work with franchisees to establish seating areas to host them all. You can count on our guidance and support with your restaurant setup, ensuring an optimal layout.

These are just a few of the expenses that are included in the estimated initial investment. Perhaps one of the best reasons to choose Perkins is that, on top of all of these assets, your investment grants you access to our experienced team of restaurant experts who are ready to assist you throughout the process of opening – and beyond.

If you’ve been wondering about starting a restaurant business of your own, contact Perkins today to learn more about our franchise costs.

The Benefits of Choosing an All-Day Breakfast Restaurant Franchise

Perkins is one of the most famous names in all-day breakfast restaurant franchises, partially because we’ve been around since 1958! In that time, we’ve become a special place for generations of families, many of whom have made breakfast at our restaurants a tradition. There are lots of great reasons to open a restaurant like Perkins that serves breakfast all day. You can discover just a few of those reasons below.

The Most Popular Meal of the Day

Perhaps the best reason to open an all-day breakfast restaurant franchise is that breakfast is easily the most popular meal of the day. In fact, our breakfast menu makes up the majority of our sales! Consumerist reports:

While a National Restaurant Association survey found that 70% of Americans want restaurants to serve breakfast throughout the day and that younger adults love eating breakfast for dinner more than any other age group, most major fast-fooderies draw a distinct line between their breakfast menu and lunch/dinner.

Indeed, while we are proud to offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus, we’ve found that our flexibility in allowing customers to order off of any menu at any time has been a consistent draw among folks of all ages. We’ve also found it true that young people enjoy breakfast items, which is one of the reasons Perkins is a family favorite – everyone can order something they love. Furthermore, as more and more brands court Millennials and Gen Z, appealing to their particular tastes is a major perk.

Higher Profit Margins

Another great reason to choose an all-day breakfast restaurant franchise is that breakfast items typically cost less to make which leads to higher profit margins for our franchisees. As breakfast items often make up the majority of our sales, this is a win-win for Perkins franchisees and customers alike!

Along these lines, when you partner with Perkins, we’ll connect you with vendors that we’ve built strong relationships. With our help, you can be sure you’re getting the best prices on the food and supplies you’ll need to keep your restaurant running smoothly throughout the year.

A Standout Among All-Day Breakfast Restaurant Franchises

There are many other great reasons to choose Perkins over our competitors, for example, the strength of our brand name. Perkins has spent over 50 years creating a strong reputation, and our franchisees benefit from this brand recognition from the moment they open their doors.

Furthermore, unlike other breakfast franchises, Perkins allows franchisees to leverage multiple revenue streams. Our bakeries offer customers the opportunity to stop in to pick up fresh-baked pies, pastries, and other goods, making us a popular stop during grocery shopping.

Perkins has also developed a comprehensive training and support program that we’ve designed to help franchisees get the most out of their investment. It’s our goal to help you succeed, and we work hard to give you every advantage possible.

Contact Perkins today to learn more about the many advantages of choosing our all-day breakfast restaurant franchise!

What Does it Take to Start a Restaurant Business with Perkins?

If you’re interested in starting a restaurant business of your own, partnering with Perkins is a great opportunity. We’ve been in business for decades and have established a strong business model and reputation that helps our franchisees start their business on the right track. In this blog, you will learn more about what it takes to invest in one of our restaurant and bakery franchises.

Desire to Strengthen Community

Perkins restaurants have been favorite gathering places for family and friends for generations. Sunday breakfast is a popular tradition in all of our restaurants across the U.S and Canada. We love that the Perkins brand is synonymous with great food and warm friendships!

One of the reasons for our strong popularity is our four day-part menu, which allows guests to order any meal at any time of day. Whether they want a burger for breakfast or French toast for dinner, they can order it at Perkins! This makes our restaurants especially popular with picky eaters, diners who work swing shifts at odd hours, and many others.

Perkins brings people together with delicious food and friendly service. Our franchise is a wonderful business opportunity for anyone who’s looking to strengthen their community.

Start a Restaurant Business Using Our Proven System

We’re looking for franchisees who are excited to open their own restaurants with Perkins. While some of our franchisees are seasoned investors who are currently vested in numerous restaurants, others have no experience in the restaurant industry or owning their own business.

No matter which category you fall into, there’s room for you at Perkins! We’re looking for franchisees who are excited to open one of our bakery and restaurant franchises, and with training, will master our systems and ensure they’re followed in their restaurant.

Our franchise investment comes with a time-tested business model that’s simple for franchisees to learn. You can choose to implement it yourself by managing your own restaurant or trusting your staff to run things for you, so you can continue to manage your other investments.

Readiness to Make the Investment

Starting any new restaurant requires a significant initial investment, and Perkins is no exception. The total initial investment in one of our restaurants starts at around $1.7 million, and includes just about everything it takes to get one of our restaurants up and running. A few key items the investment covers include:

  • The one-time initial franchise fee
  • Training fee
  • Location improvements/buildout
  • Equipment & seating
  • Signs & décor

One of the best parts of starting a restaurant business with Perkins is that we’ve opened hundreds of franchises, so we’ve gotten the process down to a science. With our operational support, you’ll have guidance throughout the entire development process to help make sure you won’t encounter unexpected costs along the way.

We’re looking for franchisees who are financially prepared to make the investment, but we welcome them to seek out financing to help cover some of the costs if necessary.

Ready to learn more about what it takes to become a Perkins franchisee? Contact us today!

The Cost to Open a Restaurant and Bakery Franchise

Opening a restaurant and bakery franchise with Perkins is an opportunity with tons of potential for a very strong return on your investment. Perkins locations include a variety of restaurant and bakery offerings, so our franchisees attract customers at all day-parts throughout the year. Furthermore, the investment comes with unbeatable training and support throughout every stage of your franchising journey. We will teach you all about the costs associated with opening a Perkins franchise as well as what you can expect in return. 

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Restaurant and Bakery with Perkins?

We estimate the total investment in our restaurant and bakery franchise will run between $1.7 million and $2.7 million, which includes our one-time franchise fee of $40K. This investment represents just about everything it takes to get your new Perkins restaurant and bakery franchise fully operational. A few of the key expenses include:

  • Rent for three months: We estimate that our franchisees will spend $20K-$60K on rent over the course of three months. Keep in mind, Perkins franchises are typically larger than other restaurants. Our franchisees often experience high volume, so they invest in locations with the capacity to comfortably seat a crowd. 
  • Improvements: This is one of the largest expenses you’ll incur. Franchisees will likely spend $575,000-$1,250,000 to remodel their restaurant. We’ve developed consistent standards for Perkins dining rooms and have found they lead to great results for franchisees. 
  • Equipment & Seating: Franchisees should expect to spend roughly $490K-$590K on the necessary equipment and seating to run a restaurant. Perkins will supply you with a list of approved vendors to work with, simplifying this part of the process. 

 Visit our website for a comprehensive breakdown of the costs and to see what else is included.

The Training and Support You’ll Receive

The valuable training and support you’ll receive are also included in the estimated initial investment. Our franchisees come from many different industries and backgrounds, so we’re prepared to show them the ropes. 

First, our franchisees and/or their managers will take part in a 35-day training program, set in a fully-operational Perkins restaurant. There, they’ll learn the basics of how to run a Perkins franchise. Topics include:

  • Using our computer systems
  • Managing financing
  • Utilizing our marketing resources
  • Procedures for staff

…and much more. 

Our support doesn’t end once your training is complete. We provide ongoing training to keep you and your team up-to-date on best practices. Furthermore, Perkins is there for our franchisees throughout the opening process and beyond. You can count on our team to work with you as you choose the perfect location, build it out, and then begin to grow your business. Research and development, assistance with local and national marketing initiatives, and regular evaluations are just a few of the support systems you can look forward to. 

Ready to learn more about the costs to open a restaurant and bakery franchise? Contact us today for more information!

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*Figure reflects the Average Annualized Unit Volume of 63 of 190 franchise restaurants that were in operation at least 4 months during Perkins' fiscal year from May 2, 2018 to April 30, 2019.

*Some outlets have sold this amount. There is no assurance you will do as well. See Item 19 of our March 4, 2020 Franchise Disclosure Document.

Disclaimer: © 2022 Perkins LLC. This does not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. The offer of a franchise can only be made through the delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Certain states require that we register the FDD in those states. This communication is not directed by us to residents of any of those states. Moreover, we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered the FDD to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.

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