Panera Bread Company
Panera Bread Company
6710 Clayton Rd.
Richmond Heights, MO 63117
800#: (800) 301-5566
Tel: (314) 633-7100
Fax: (314) 633-7200
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.panerabread.com
Contact: Mr. Mike Kupstas, VP Franchise Development
Founded in Saint Louis in 1987, SAINT LOUIS BREAD has expanded into new markets over the past few years, with strong consumer acceptance for its unique concept. Each SAINT LOUIS BREAD bakery-cafe features a comfortable neighborhood setting where residents can relax and enjoy a wide range of fresh-baked sourdough breads, along with other fresh-baked goods, bagels and hearty made-to-order sandwiches, salads and soups.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1987
First Franchise: 1993
Franchise Units: 212
Company-Owned Units: 100
Total Units: 312
Distribution:
U.S. -- 104;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 0
�North America -- Operations in 14 States
�States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 36 in MO, 25 in IL, 8 in GA
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:108
Franchisee Qualifications:5, 5, 5, 3, 3, 4
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Registered in Following Registration States: All States
Average Number of Employees: 17 FT, 17 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 3,500 SF; FS, SF, SC, RM
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Encourage Conversion: No
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $135-165K
Total Investment: $550-650K
Average Total Investment: $600.0K
Minimum Net Worth: $3MM
Fees
�Franchise: $35K;
�Average Franchise Fee: $35.0K
�Royalty: 5%
�Average Royalty: 5.0%
�Advertising: Up to 5%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 20/Agrmt.
Passive Ownership: Not Allowed
Area Development Agreements: Yes/3-13
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory: No
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Financial Assistance: No
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Association / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 54
On-Going Support: B,C,D,E,F,H,I (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 10 Weeks St. Louis, MO.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: No
Overseas: No
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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