Ben & Jerry’s
We operate Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops, retail frozen dessert shops that serve our ice cream, sorbet, frozen yogurt, non-dairy desserts, toppings, confections, novelties, fountain ingredients, and a limited selection of complementary gift items. Our shops offer a distinctive Ben & Jerry’s look and may be full-sized storefronts, inline locations, kiosks, or satellite units depending on the site. We serve the general public with menu items such as cups, cones, waffle cones, sundaes, and blended frozen drinks, with some locations offering additional items as space allows. We also extend our business beyond the shop through catering, special events, mobile vending, and third-party delivery within the territory. In select settings, we serve customers at institutional venues such as airports, parks, stadiums, theaters, museums, schools, and hospitals.
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Fast Food
Brand highlights
- CEOMatthew McCarthy
- Headquarters530 Community Drive, South Burlington, VT, 05403-6828
- Year founded1977
- Year started franchising1981
- IndustryFast Food
- Locations open167 (-2 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$237,300 - $546,800
- Franchise fee$37,000
- Royalty3% of Gross Sales
- Brand fund2%4B/
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
Learn more about the Fast Food industry:
Fast food franchises are a staple of the food industry, offering quick and convenient dining options. This sector is highly competitive but offers significant potential for high-volume sales.
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-28
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| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Ben & Jerry’s franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
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Location data
| Total locations | 167 |
| Franchise locations | 165 |
| Corporate locations | 2 |
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