- Complete and submit the form
- Telephone call with a member of the Potbelly Franchise Team
- Attend "Discovery Day" at the Potbelly Support Center in Chicago
- Attend your "Day in the Life" in-shop experience
- Sign the Potbelly Franchise Agreement and start looking for your shop location
- Attend Design & Construction Workshop
- Get trained on all things Potbelly
- Build your shop and hire your team
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How many Potbelly locations are there?
How can I download a list of Potbelly Sandwich Shop stores in the United States into Excel? You can download the complete list of 434 Potbelly Sandwich Shop locations data as an Excel file, along with geo-coded addresses, phone numbers and open hours from our data store.
Who is Potbelly's target market?
About Potbelly Sandwich WorksPotbelly Sandwich Works OverviewUSPsimple, made-to-order food, the "neighborhood feel" conceptPotbelly Sandwich Works STPSegmentationFood loversTarget MarketFamily friends , people of age group between 20-405 more rows•Apr 29, 2020
What are the opportunities of a sandwich business?
Sandwich business owners can explore avenues to increase their profits by offering delivery or 'click-and-collect' services. Alternatively, you could choose to operate a mobile sandwich business. Not only would you save rental costs, but you'd also be able to move to areas with high demand to boost your revenue.
So you want to own a Potbelly?
Success is waiting just around the corner. So let’s fire up the stove and get your Potbelly open for business!
Ready to Own Your Own Potbelly?
Fill out our Get Started form and a member of our team will reach out to give you more information on franchising with us.
So you want to own a Potbelly?
Success is waiting just around the corner. So let’s fire up the stove and get your Potbelly open for business!
Become part of the Potbelly family
We offer simple, irresistible food served by friendly people in a warm and welcoming environment. Together, this unique combination of product, people, and place makes the Potbelly difference.
Ready to Own Your Own Potbelly?
Fill out our Get Started form and a member of our team will reach out to give you more information on franchising with us.
So you want to own a Potbelly?
Success is waiting just around the corner. So let’s fire up the stove and get your Potbelly open for business!
Education
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Business History
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What is the franchise fee?
What you need to know: Found in Item 5 of the FDD, this may be a flat fee, or may vary based on territory size, experience, or other factors.The franchise fee is an up-front (one-time) cost that a new franchisee pays to the franchisor. This fee is usually due at the signing of the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the franchisor's trademarks, name, and related business systems.
How long is a franchise agreement?
What you need to know: Franchise terms are typically anywhere from 5 to 20 years in length, but are sometimes instead dependent on factors such as the term of your lease. Once your term is up, you may have the option to renew your agreement, typically for a smaller fee than the original franchise fee.
Do franchisors have in-house financing?
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
How many franchises does Potbelly have?
Potbelly Sandwich Shop also provides franchise opportunities. As of 2018, the company operates 39 franchises in the United States and 17 ones outside the country.
Where is Potbelly Sandwich Shop located?
The company was founded in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago, in 1977. Potbelly Sandwich Shop also provides franchise opportunities. As of 2018, the company operates 39 franchises in the United States and 17 ones outside the country.
What is a Potbelly anyway?
The first incredibly tasty warm sandwich was served over 30 years in Chicago. Since our start in 1977, Potbelly has grown to over 200 stores. We know what works and what doesn't, so we can support you as you accelerate your knowledge base so you can move your business forward.
Our Business Model
The Potbelly advantage is the foundation of everything we do. Its a clear expression of our intentions and our culture. How we look at the business, how we manage the business, and how we plan the business. We also believe in keeping it simple.
Potbelly Training
Hey, if you're successful, then we're successful. As a result, we support our franchisees with an amazing amount of training tools and services. Our training program is extensive and includes both classroom instruction and on-the-job training. Some of the topics we cover include:
Ideal Candidate
Potbelly is looking for "Potbelly People" to become franchisees. That means people that love working with a team, have solid business experience (not necessarily in restaurants), the financial qualifications, possess personal motivation and have been successful. Our franchise owner/operator model is a two person team.
