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FRANCHISE

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INTRODUCING THE ORIGINAL DAVE'S COSMIC SUBS BRAND

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Chagrin Falls Dave's Cosmic Subs
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THE ORIGINAL DAVE'S COSMIC SUBS HISTORY

  • Established in 1997
  • First location opened in Chagrin Falls, OH
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  • State-of-the-art Toast POS system
  • Digitalized menu boards
  • New prototypes to fit all needs
  • Data driven insights
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WHY DAVE'S COSMIC SUBS?

Dave's Cosmic Subs restaurants have a low-complexity operating model.
  • On-going operational support
  • Adjusting staff levels
  • Small space requirements, low initial investment cost
  • Custom design floor plans to fit any space
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THE DAVE'S CONCEPT

  • Sandwiches Made to Order
  • Offering Dine-In, Take-Out, Curbside & Delivery (Catering)
  • Freshly Baked Bread
  • Diverse Menu with Differentiated Products
  • Restaurant Systems to Assist in Daily Operations
  • Online Ordering App
  • Best in Class Training
  • Low Investment
  • Fresh New Concept & Décor
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DAVE'S HAS ONE OF THE LOWEST UPFRONT INVESTMENT REQUIREMENTS IN THE QSR INDUSTRY

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OUR BRAND STRATEGY

Dynamic Development

Growing Restaurant count & elevating the environment for all guests.

Restaurant Excellence

A hospitality experience of distinction in every restaurant, for every order.

Digital Revolution

Meeting the expectations of our guests anytime, anywhere, and on any device.

Quality Food

Reimagining our approach to the cosmic meal experience our guests will enjoy.

Compelling Value
Creating balanced offerings that appeal to a broader audience while maximizing franchise owner profitability.

DAVE'S FRESH

New Toast POS System
  • Manage orders, sales, and payments in one place with powerful cloud-based software.
  • Transparent payment processing and restaurant-grade hardware.
  • The easiest way for new restaurants to sell, manage, and track. And it's fully customizable.
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INVESTMENT & INITIAL REQUIREMENTS

Estimated Initial Investment
  • Initial Investment range: $213,500-$456,000
  • Financial Requirements: $200,000 liquid UBS capital and the ability to finance (good credit, collateral, partner, etc.)
  • Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000
  • Includes an initial term of 10 years, with an additional 10-year “Successor Term” under certain conditions
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Investment Flow - New Franchise
  • Franchise Fee
  • Security Deposit
  • Equipment Order
  • Renovations / Build-Out Costs
  • Pre-Opening & Opening Costs

BEFORE YOUR OPENING DAY

Site Selection Process
  • Franchise Owner: Responsible for finding a location
  • Company: Provides assistance in identifying potential locations and approving the site
Restaurant Placement
Factors we consider:
  • Potential customer base/ sales
  • Traffic patterns
  • Strong population back-ups
  • Visibility
  • Trade area cannibalization
Restaurant Design
  • Company will provide conceptual floor plan design for Franchisee
  • Local laws may require plans either redrawn or certified

AFTER LEASE IS SIGNED

  • Order Equipment
  • Hire Contractor
  • Prepare to open
  • Order food & supplies from approved vendors
     
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OPERATIONS & SUPPORT STRUCTURE

Support every step of the way
  • Operations Manual
  • Our in-depth manual covers a full range of topics important to running your own business including information on human resources guidelines and training for your restaurant’s team
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Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
  • Describes in detail how the Dave’s franchise relationship actually operates
  • Specifies how the company is organized
  • Provides list of franchise owners
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Operations (KPIs)
  • Proven control methods
  • Developed standards
  • System of controls
  • Key performance indicators
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