OUR FRANCHISE JOURNEY

FROM FIRST CALL TO GRAND OPENING

WE’RE WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

Franchising with us isn’t just about buying a business, it’s about joining a system built for your long-term success. Whether you’re investing in your first location or scaling to multiple restaurants, we guide you through a clear, supportive, and proven path. Take a look at what the journey looks like from exploring opportunities to your grand opening.

FRANCHISEE JOURNEY

Initial Exploration

Learn about the investment requirements and available markets. Get in touch with us by filling out a Franchising Inquiry.

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Qualification & Discovery

Due Diligence

Submit a franchise application and share your background, goals, and financial qualifications. We'll conduct an initial evaluation to ensure alignment. Our goal is to ensure you are a great fit for the brand - and vice versa!

Meet the Team

Next, join a discovery day and meet the support teams. You will also have the chance to talk with existing franchisees. This is your chance to ask questions, review expectations, and gain insights into our culture, operations, and support system.

Planning

Create a personalized business plan. Set financial projections, develop a local market strategy for your desired market. Don't worry, we will provide you with templates and support to shape a realistic plan.

EXECUTIVE REVIEW & APPROVAL

Meet our Leaders

Join a dedicated session with our leadership team. Learn about our vision, growth strategy, and our values. Build confidence in who you are partnered with and the direction we're heading together!

Sign Your Franchise Agreement

Next, review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and franchise terms. Sign your agreement and officially become a Recipe franchise partner with a protected market/territory and brand license.

SITE SELECTION & BUILDOUT

Our real estate team will help identify and secure your ideal location. Once your ideal location is secured, our expert design and construction team will help with design, permitting, and the construction of your restaurant.

TRAINING, OPENING, & ONGOING SUPPORT

Training and Pre-Opening

Complete 12 weeks of hands-on immersive training inside one of our corporate-owned restaurants. Learn day-to-day operations, including guest service, food prep, staffing, inventory, and POS systems. Receive on-site support from our training and operations team in the days leading up to and during your grand opening.

Grand Opening

Congratulations, you're officially a franchise owner! This is more than opening your doors. It is the beginning of your journey as an entrepreneur, a local leader and a member of the Swiss Chalet^® family. We're here to celebrate you and support you every step forward.