7930 Big Bend Blvd.
Webster Groves, MO 63119
800#: (800) 301-5566
Tel: (314) 918-7779
Fax: (314) 918-7773
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.panerabread.com
Contact: Mr. P. J. Evans, 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: |
37 |
| Company-Owned Units: |
67 |
| Total Units: |
104 |
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
(for an explanation
click here) |
| 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
(for abbreviations click here) |
Financial Requirements
| Cash Investment: |
$135-165K |
|
| Total Investment: |
$550-650K; |
|
Average Total Investment: |
$600K |
|
| Minimum Net Worth: |
$3MM |
|
| Fees: |
Franchise: |
$35K; |
Average Franchise Fee: |
$35K |
|
Royalty: |
5% |
|
Advertising: |
Up to 5% |
| Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
|
Terms of Contract
| Term of Contract (Years): |
20/Agrmt. |
| Passive Ownership: |
Not Allowed |
| Encourage Conversions: |
No |
| Area Development Agreements: |
Yes/3-13 |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts: |
No |
| Expand In Territory: |
No |
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
| Financial Assistance: |
No (D = Direct; I = Indirect; B = Both) |
| Site Selection Assistance: |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance: |
No |
| Cooperative Advertising: |
Yes |
| Franchisee Assoc. / Member: |
No |
| Size Of Corporate Staff: |
54 |
| On-Going Support: |
B,C,D,E,F,H,I
(for an explanation click
here) |
| 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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