One of the fastest growing franchises in the U.S., Jimmy John’s makes fresh, fast, tasty sandwiches. Homemade bread is served freshly baked, and the meats and veggies are freshly sliced in-shop every day. Jimmy John’s seeks franchisees with real motivation and a track record of success. Read below to learn more about what it takes to own your own Jimmy John’s sandwich shop.
Jimmy John’s has something people crave – honestly good sandwiches and world-class service. With a limited, focused inventory, we keep things simple. We offer our customers freaky fast service, high quality products and consistency to keep them coming back.
Currently, there are 2,720 stores open and they average in size 1,200 – 1,800 square feet.
Average annual sales in 2016 were $1,170,866. *
Jimmy John’s seeks franchisees that have real motivation and a track record of success. Our operators are the best in the country. They do whatever it takes to get the job done. They work hard and have fun doing it, too!
You’ll need a minimum of $80,000 in non-borrowed liquid assets and a net worth of at least $300,000. The total cost of each unit varies by size and location. Jimmy John's franchisees pay an initial franchise fee of $35,000. Fees for subsequent stores are $30,000 respectively. Royalty and continuing services fees are 6% of gross sales. Advertising fees are 4.5%.
All new franchisees participate in an intense 17-day training program and 4-week apprenticeship program. When you’re done, you’ll be fired up to operate your store!
