Chefs for Senior Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
Chefs for Seniors is a meal preparation franchise providing personalized and nutritious meal services for seniors, allowing them to enjoy healthy and delicious home-cooked meals.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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91
+
17%
17%
Franchise fee
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$9,500
Investment
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$17,000 - $27,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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Founded in 2013 by executive chef and restaurant owner Barrett Allman in Madison, Wisconsin, Chefs for Seniors offers personalized in-home meal preparation services tailored specifically for the elderly.
The company’s mission is to improve seniors’ lives through food, enabling them to maintain independence while enjoying nutritious, home-cooked meals prepared to suit their individual tastes and dietary needs. Headquartered in Madison, Chefs for Seniors began franchising in 2017 and has since expanded its presence across the United States.
Franchisees oversee teams of professional chefs who bring fresh ingredients directly to clients’ homes and prepare meals on-site. This model not only ensures high-quality nutrition but also offers meaningful personal interaction, helping to combat the loneliness often experienced by seniors.
Chefs for Seniors sets itself apart from traditional meal delivery services by focusing solely on the senior population and delivering a highly personalized, in-home experience. All chefs are ServSafe certified, undergo background checks, and are fully insured, maintaining a professional and trustworthy standard of service.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Chefs for Senior franchise is
$17,000 - $27,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$9,500
Travel and Living Costs while Training
$750 - $2,000
Equipment, Signage, Furniture, and Fixtures
$250 - $750
Security Deposit and Rent (1st 3 months)
$0 - $1,800
Vehicle (1st 3 months)
$0 - $1,500
Leasehold Improvements
$0 - $200
Computer Systems
$300 - $1,600
Marketing Starter Suppliers
$500 - $1,000
Uniforms
$70 - $150
Utility Deposits
$0 - $150
Insurance
$180
Grand Opening Advertising
$5,000
Entity Formation
$200 - $1,200
Licensing
$175 - $300
Additional Funds (1st 3 months)
$500 - $2,000
TOTALS
$17,425 - $27,330
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$9,500
Travel and Living Costs while Training
$750 - $2,000
Equipment, Signage, Furniture, and Fixtures
$250 - $750
Security Deposit and Rent (1st 3 months)
$0 - $1,800
Vehicle (1st 3 months)
$0 - $1,500
Leasehold Improvements
$0 - $200
Computer Systems
$300 - $1,600
Marketing Starter Suppliers
$500 - $1,000
Uniforms
$70 - $150
Utility Deposits
$0 - $150
Insurance
$180
Grand Opening Advertising
$5,000
Entity Formation
$200 - $1,200
Licensing
$175 - $300
Additional Funds (1st 3 months)
$500 - $2,000
TOTALS
$17,425 - $27,330
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Chefs for Senior's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Chefs for Senior had 92 total units in 2025, of which 91 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
Chefs For Seniors provides several types of training programs to franchisees to ensure consistent operational standards across its franchised businesses. The training includes:
Initial Training Franchisees and one designated person receive an initial training program covering all phases of the business such as operations, accounting, marketing, client service, scheduling, recipes, grocery shopping, and service day protocols. This training lasts three days at the company’s corporate location in Madison, Wisconsin. Attendance must occur between 2 months and 5 days prior to opening operations, and it is included in the franchise fee, although travel and accommodation expenses are the franchisee's responsibility.
Refresher and Supplemental Training If offered, franchisees are required to attend refresher or supplemental training sessions. These may come with a fee, and attendees must cover all travel and living expenses.
Manager Training If the franchisor is requested to train a manager, the franchisee must pay the current Manager Training Fee. Furthermore, franchisees must establish an internal training program for all employees that meets the franchisor’s standards.
Ongoing Guidance and Operational Assistance Franchisees receive continued guidance on topics such as specifications, standards, operating procedures, scheduling, and administrative processes like bookkeeping and accounting. This support helps ensure consistency and compliance with brand standards.
Territory Protection
Chefs For Seniors provides territory protection to its franchisees. Each franchisee is granted an exclusive territory based on population demographics, categorized as Basic, Extended, or Regional territories.
The franchisor agrees not to franchise or operate any competing business under the same or different marks within the designated territory, provided the franchisee remains in compliance with the agreement.
However, the franchisee is restricted from marketing or offering services outside their assigned territory. The franchisor retains the right to operate or grant franchises outside the franchisee’s area and does not provide any compensation if it does so.
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