Data and facts

How big is the investment amount?

The total investment on a BACK FACTORY shop depends on the location and ranges from 80,000 Euro to 250,000 Euro. The private capital that you are expected to provide as franchise partner is about 20 to 30% of the total investment.

What fees do you charge from franchise partners?

While concluding the franchise agreement, we charge a one-time entry fee of 2,900 Euro for the custody of the ownership rights, as well as for a part of the initial training and start-up support. We also charge a running franchise fees of 4 percent of the net turnover as well as an advertising fees of 0.5% of the net turnover.

What are the standard criteria for a BACK FACTORY shop?

We concentrate on cities with a population of more than 40,000 residents. BACK FACTORY shops are situated in 1A locations, especially in central city areas having high pedestrian traffic, but also in main business streets or nodal points of public transport as well as shopping centres.

How many employees does one need to operate a BACK FACTORY shop?

As a BACK FACTORY franchise partner, you can run your shop with three to ten employees. More than 15 employees may be required for bigger floor areas.

How much time is required between applying and actually starting my own BACK FACTORY shop?

After you submit your application and participate in a personal discussion at the franchise head office, you must familiarize yourself with the business during our “Baking days”. This is followed by concrete discussions and normally one more practical session. You are trained intensively after the financing and contract signing. We hand over your BACK FACTORY shop to you eventually. Depending on the financing process, it may take 3 to 5 months. If you are launching a new shop, the time required for the real estate search must also be considered.