MULTI-UNI T
Buyer’s Guide
OPPORTUNITY
Description
Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) is
offering a unique opportunity
to franchise with one of the
most popular brands in the
quick-serve restaurant (“QSR”)
industry. The company’s
emphasis on operational
efficiency and franchisee-focused value innovation has
led JACK to become one of
the most respected and sought
after brands in the industry.
The company is looking to
establish relationships with
select multi-unit franchise
operators of non-competitive
brands, and engage chain
restaurant executives and
professionals with financial
partners to franchise partial or
whole markets. The long term
goal is to increase franchise
ownership in the system to
approximately 70–80%.
Demographics
Jack in the Box is a
convenience driven restaurant
chain. A vast majority of
Jack in the Box guests come
from within two miles of the
restaurant, or six minutes
driving time. The typical
population within one mile
of the restaurant is 15,000–
20,000 and employment is
5,000. Average daily traffic
past the restaurant is 20,000-
30,000.
Fast Franchise Facts
And now a few words about
Franchising from our CEO:
“Do it.”
Franchising Since: 1982, founded 1951
Multi-unit Franchisee Operating units: 51%
total Franchise Operating units: 1143
Company Operating units: 1095
Capital investment: $1,243,861–$2,070,534
Franchise Fee (per unit): $2,500 per year (up to 20 years)
Royalty Fee (per unit): 5% of gross sales
Advertising fee (per unit): 5% of gross sales
SITE LOCATION
Assistance
JACK uses demographic and
analytical tools to guide new
markets. JACK helps educate
franchisees on the real
estate development process,
including real estate broker
selection, and construction
management. JACK employs
Real Estate Managers and
Construction Managers to
assist in these areas.
Earnings Claims: Yes
Build-Out Options: Inline and free standing
Available territories: West, Northwest, Mountain, Central,
Midwest and Southeast states
Contact
Grant Kreutzer • Director, Franchise Recruitment
(858) 571-4091 • grant.kreutzer@jackinthebox.com
www.jackinthebox.com/franchise
Rankings &
Awards
8 EFFIES (1995-2009), IAFP’s
Black Pearl Award (June 2004),
NRN’s Menu Masters Award
(June 2007), NRN’s Golden
Chain Award (August 2007),
NRN’s Technology Innovation
Award (October 2007)
Qualifications
Operator has a min. 5
years multi-unit franchise
/ restaurant management
experience; min. liquidity of
$750,000; min. net worth
of $1,500,000; ability to
acquire / develop at least
5 restaurants; operator is a
25% equity partner; operator
resides in the desired market;
real estate development
experience; passion for
restaurant industry; dedication
to excellence in operations;
understanding of the local
culture; active community
involvement; and skills to
effectively create and manage
an organization.
