Frequently Asked Questions
What is the monthly royalty fee? And what is the term of the Franchise Agreement?
Monthly royalties are 4.5% of gross revenues. The Franchise Agreement is for a period of 10 years. Successor agreements are also 10 years.
What are the financial requirements necessary for approval?
You must provide current verification of your initial investment funds and secure the ability to get additional financing of the remaining funds needed. The estimated development costs for opening a Melting Pot Restaurant, including the initial franchise fee, are as follows (all amounts in USD):
- Initial Franchise Fee of $45,000;
- Initial cash/liquid investment (non-financed) minimum is: $325,000 to $400,000;
- Financing for up to 70% of the total development cost. Total development/opening cost range from $886,695 - $1,554,695 or more.
- The total combined net worth minimum is $700,000.
Am I given an exclusive market area?
Yes, your Franchise Agreement defines a protected territory determined by the Company.
How do I become a candidate for a Melting Pot Restaurant franchise?
Start now by considering whether you meet the four pre-qualification criteria. You can choose to consider becoming a part of our Discovery Process by completing and submitting the abbreviated confidential request form. We will contact you and if your request form is approved, you will receive our "Full Request for Consideration" and begin our Discovery Process.
When will I visit The Melting Pot Franchise Support Center?
After you have successfully completed the required steps in our Discovery Process, you may invited to join us in Tampa, Florida for your Decision Day visit.
The Decision Dates we have scheduled thus far for 2012:
January 23, 24, 25
February 20, 21, 22
March 19, 20, 21
April 16, 17, 18
May 9, 10, 11
June 18, 19, 20
July 16, 17, 18
August 13, 14, 15
September 17, 18, 19
October 15, 16, 17
November 12, 13, 14
December 10, 11, 12