Question 1

Do I need to have found a premises/location in order to get a franchise?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the premises must be located by the potential franchisee.

Question 2

I will become the Franchisee but could I nominate someone else to run the business?

Accepted Answer

Jimmy’s requires their franchisees to devote their full-time and best efforts to the day to day running of the business. You would recruit, train and develop your own management team.

Question 3

I have other business interests and would like to continue running them while I am at Jimmy’s franchisee.

Accepted Answer

Jimmy’s requires their franchisees to devote their full-time, best efforts to the running of their restaurant.

Question 4

Can I do the Training in a shorter period? Part-time?

Accepted Answer

The volume and methods of training at Jimmy’s makes it unlikely that you could finish the course in less than the prescribed period – it may take longer. The Training will be full time in the Restaurant.

Question 5

I would like to open a Jimmy’s in a territory neighboring South Africa.

Accepted Answer

Jimmy’s is open to the idea of opening franchises in neighboring states.

Question 6

I would like to communicate with the Franchise Manager, before I submit an application form."

Accepted Answer

Please send an e-mail with all your questions to info@jimmyskillerbrands.co.za and your questions will be answered within 48 hours.

Question 7

Once I have submitted my application, how long will it be before I receive a response?"

Accepted Answer

You will receive a response with 14 working days.

Question 8

What profit does Jimmy’s guarantee?

Accepted Answer

Jimmy’s does not guarantee any profits.

Question 9

What is the duration of my Franchise agreement with Jimmy’s?

Accepted Answer

5 Years.

Question 10

How much money do I need to apply for a Franchise with Jimmy’s?

Accepted Answer

Jimmy’s requires an applicant to have a minimum of 50% of the purchase price of a Restaurant in unencumbered cash. Having the financial resource is no guarantee that an application will be successful.

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