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Now is the Time to Own a Tom & Chee Franchise

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TOM & CHEE: MELTS, SOUPS AND SALADS FRANCHISE

When Americans think about grilled cheese sandwiches, memories of family, good times and childhood race to their minds. This is what Tom & Chee, the iconic grilled cheese melt franchise seen on the hit television show Shark Tank, continues to get right after more than a decade in business. Tom & Chee stands out in the booming $23 billion sandwich category by focusing on providing truly craveable, elevated comfort food that brings families closer together with every bite.

Why Own a Tom & Chee Franchise?

Tom & Chee is poised for a new era of rapid growth. With a simplified business model, state-of-the-art training and technology, a new menu and restaurant design, and new leadership with over 50+ years in the franchise industry, Tom & Chee is ready to welcome passionate franchisees who want to own a business that brings joy and love to their communities.

Here’s why Tom & Chee stands out as a wise sandwich & grilled cheese franchise investment:

  • An innovative, playful menu unlike anything else in the trending sandwich industry
  • Tremendous national brand recognition from appearances on Shark Tank and other national media
  • Exceptional support from leadership team with 50+ years of experience
  • A low-cost investment with tremendous profit potential
  • A straightforward business model makes owning a Tom & Chee easier than ever before

“Tom & Chee is creating a new category within the sandwich space,” says Roger David, CEO & President of Tom & Chee. “There’s something really special about our brand. We’re changing the game with our sandwich & grilled cheese franchise. It’s new, but also nostalgic. When our customers taste our food they think of Mom. They think of childhood with grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup. We have created such a unique menu, with wonderful recipes and food made fresh in-house, and now we have a robust culture of franchise support that is going to take Tom & Chee to the next level. We’re looking for franchisees who are food-centric. If you love food, love people and love community, then you should be a part of a Tom & Chee.”

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what does it cost to own a tom & chee?

Tom & Chee is a low-cost investment with high profit-potential. With a total investment range between $339,700 - $704,000, Tom & Chee is a great and affordable franchise to own.

  • Total Investment: $339,700 to $704,000
  • Franchise Fee: $30,000
  • Liquid Capital Required: $200,000
  • Net Worth Required: $700,000
  • Financing Assistance: Available via third party
  • Training and Support: Yes

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