Golden Chick

The Gold Chick franchise is a fast food concept that serves chicken, salads, sides and more in convenient locations that have memorable building styles. The ideal candidate for the franchise include veterans looking for a new career; entrepreneurial business people; and corporate types looking to get away from the 9-5 grind. This is an attractive franchise opportunity for prospective business owners because you will be provided quality support and training; you can enjoy a loyal fanbase; and you have the potential for multi-unit franchise ownership. Look into investing in this award-wining quick-service restaurant (QSR) to get your piece of this booming industry. 

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Golden Chick

Golden Chick Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

Quick-service restaurants (QSR) are growing in popularity and are slated to grow 6.5% worldwide by 2026. If you want to get your piece of this booming industry, then the Golden Chicken franchise could be for you. It is a fast food concept that serves chicken, salads, sides and more in convenient locations that have memorable building styles. The ideal candidate for the franchise include veterans looking for a new career; entrepreneurial business people; and corporate types looking to get away from the 9-5 grind. This is an attractive franchise opportunity for prospective business owners because you will be provided quality support and training; you can enjoy a loyal fanbase; and you have the potential for multi-unit franchise ownership. After franchising since 1972, the franchise has grown to over 200 locations across the U.S. 
In terms of support and training, franchise owners can expect assistance with site selection, location opening, and ongoing support after the opening. Addiotnally, the franchise owners will also receive great marketing materials. District Directors will also make visits to discuss and help solve problems related to costs, quality assurance and other opportunities. This will ensure the profitability and growth. You will also enjoy working with a company that has over half a century worth of franchising experience and have a working system that is geared for your success. You also don't need previous QSR experience as you will learn everything you need to know on the job. If you want to serve great food and get your piece of the booming QSR industry, then the Gold Chick franchise could be for you.

Company Details

Headquarters: Richardson, Texas
Canada: No
International: No 
Founded: 1967
First franchise: 1972
Total # of units: 205 

Support and Training Offered By Golden Chick

Franchise owners can expect assistance with site selection,  location opening, and ongoing support after the opening. The franchise owners will also receive great marketing materials. District Directors will also make visits to discuss and help solve problems related to costs, quality assurance and other opportunities. This will ensure the profitability and growth.

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Golden Chick Franchise.

What does a Golden Chick Franchise Cost?

Golden Chick franchise fees for 2024:

Royalty Fee: 4%
Liquid Capital: $150,000
Veterans franchise: Yes
Financing options: Yes
Initial Investment: $915,370 - $1,438,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $30,000

Is Golden Chick a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Golden Chick is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Golden Chick a Home Based franchise?

No. Golden Chick is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Golden Chick Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Golden Chick franchisees make. Golden Chick offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Does Golden Chick Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Golden Chick franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is Golden Chick Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Golden Chick franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Golden Chick Looking for International franchisees?

No. Golden Chick franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Golden Chick's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Food & Restaurants

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Golden Chick Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Golden Chick franchises for sale. We may have Golden Chick franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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