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Church's Chicken Franchise

Southern fried chicken & biscuits

The first "Church's Fried Chicken to Go" was located in downtown San Antonio, across the street from the Alamo. The restaurant sold only fried chicken. Church added French fries and jalape'os to the menu in 1955. George Church's idea paid off, and at the time of his death in 1956, four Church's were open. Other members of the family became active in the business, and by 1962 the chain had grown to eight locations in San Antonio.

By 1989, Church's was the second-largest chicken franchise organization in the United States. That was the year it merged with the number three chicken chain, Popeyes' Famous Chicken & Biscuits, headquartered in New Orleans. The Church's concept remained distinct and separate from Popeyes'.

Known for its Southern-style chicken, Church's also serves Southern specialties including fried okra, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob and its unique honey butter biscuits.

It's your time to grow and Church's Chicken has the brand strength, innovative spirit and long-standing experience to position you for business growth and success.

Future Church's franchisees will recognize this rich heritage and pride themselves on maintaining this tradition over time. If this is you - Welcome.

Please Note: The operators of Church's Chicken, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Church's Chicken website.

Church's Chicken Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Church's Chicken Franchise?

Total Investment: $269,300-$1,070,100
Initial Franchise Fee: $15,000-$20,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Advertising Fee: 5%
Term of Agreement: 20 years
Renewal Fee: $10K/15K

How to contact Church's Chicken

Church's Chicken
980 Hammond Dr., #1100
Atlanta, GA
30328

Phone: (800)639-3495
Fax: (770)512-3920

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Church's Chicken News

Church's Chicken Announces Executive Appointments
Church's Chicken Chief Executive Officer Jim Hyatt, after only four months at the helm of the globally recognized quick-service chain, announced today key talent acquisitions and promotions to its leadership team. "As we move forward to strengthen our brand globally and relentlessly work ... more

Church's Chicken Names New C E O
Church's Chicken has named Jim Hyatt as its new Chief Executive Officer. Hyatt brings more than 35 years of experience in restaurant operations, most recently as president and CEO of Così Inc., a fast casual chain, where he has worked since 2007. Previously, Hyatt spent 16 years as an exe... more

Church's Chicken Customers Get Poetic
In honor of Church's Chicken Sandwich Celebration, the chain is asking fans to express their feelings for their favorite sandwich. Starting today, fans can enter an original poem on the brand's Facebook page for a chance to win the grand prize – free Church's Chicken for a year. &#... more

Church's Chicken Named A Top Franchise For Hispanics
Fully aware that U.S. Hispanic consumers outspent every other demographic last year, one chain is tapping heavily into the Hispanic franchise ownership base. Church's Chicken was named one of the top franchisors for Hispanics by the World Franchising Network. Church's was recognized for i... more

Church's Chicken Names Will Costello Executive Vice President Of Supply Chain
CHURCH'S CHICKEN on Tuesday said it has made several executive changes in its supply chain, research, marketing and quality assurance divisions. The 1,700-unit quick-service chicken chain named WILL COSTELLO to the new position of executive vice president of supply chain. Costello most recently ... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Church's Chicken open? 1952
When did Church's Chicken start Franchising? 1972

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate
2005 953 16 286 283
2004 953 16 286 283
2003 966 15 254 283
2002 916 16 225 334
2001 803 28 258 430

Expansion Plans

United States: Mid West, South, South East, South West, West,

International:

Financing Options

Expense In-House Third Party
Franchise Fee No No
Startup Costs No No
Equipment No No
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising

Business Operations

Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 60% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • General business experience
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    COMPANY INFORMATION

    Church's Chicken
    980 Hammond Dr., #1100
    Atlanta, GA
    30328

    Phone: (800)639-3495
    Fax: (770)512-3920

    Visit Website

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