Wing Zone is a notable franchise within the fast-casual dining sector, renowned for its diverse range of deep-fried food items, particularly its buffalo wings. The franchise was founded in 1991 by Matt Friedman and Adam Scott, who were then students at the University of Florida.
The origin of Wing Zone can be traced back to a fraternity kitchen where Friedman and Scott began creating their unique wing recipes. This small venture quickly expanded, leading to the opening of their first two locations in Gainesville, Florida, by 1993. The brand began franchising in 2000.
Originally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Wing Zone relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, after being acquired by Capriotti's in 2021. The brand is distinguished by its innovative food service methods and its dedication to offering delicious, juicy wings—a result of over three decades of research and development.
Wing Zone's franchise model is appealing to entrepreneurs due to its relatively low investment requirements, quick build-out process, and strong profit margins. The franchise's emphasis on a modern look, advanced technology, and a menu rich in flavor and variety has made it a favored option for franchise investors and customers alike.
Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Wing Zone offers 2 types of franchises:
We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Traditional WING ZONE location franchise.
For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).
Wing Zone offers a comprehensive initial training program designed for franchisees, including their Managing Owner and key personnel. This program consists of a blend of virtual learning, e-learning, and hands-on training at an approved training restaurant.
The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including sales techniques, product knowledge, accounting procedures, ordering and inventory controls, food preparation, and operations management. Franchisees are responsible for all expenses associated with this training, such as travel, lodging, meals, and any salaries for employees attending the training.
On-the-Job Training A crucial component of the initial training is the on-the-job training at an approved Wing Zone restaurant. This practical experience is unpaid but vital for gaining a thorough understanding of the daily operations of a Wing Zone franchise.
Additional and Refresher Training Wing Zone may require franchisees to participate in additional training or refresher courses as specified in the operations manual. These sessions are intended to keep franchisees informed about any updates or improvements to the franchise system, ensuring they remain current with the latest best practices and operational standards.
Development Rights Agreement (DRA) Wing Zone offers territory protection to franchisees who commit to developing three or more restaurants under a Development Rights Agreement (DRA). The designated territory for these franchisees is defined based on various geographical factors, including radius, zip code boundaries, county boundaries, highways, physical landforms, city or municipality boundaries, and other considerations deemed appropriate by Wing Zone.
Single-unit franchisees, operating under a Franchise Agreement, establish their restaurants at specific sites approved by Wing Zone according to the company's site approval standards. These franchisees do not receive exclusive territory rights and may face competition from other franchisees, Wing Zone-owned outlets, or other distribution channels or competitive brands controlled by Wing Zone.
Single-unit franchisees are not provided with territorial protection. Wing Zone and its affiliates retain full rights regarding Wing Zone Restaurants, the Marks, and the offer and sale of products and services, even within the vicinity of single-unit franchisees.
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