Culver Franchising Systems, Inc. Franchise
Culver’s serves the best combination meal with their signature ButterBurger and nationally renowned Fresh Frozen Custard at over 680 stores in 25 states.
$350,000
$55,000
997
1990
Prairie du Sac,WI
Joseph Koss
About Culver Franchising Systems, Inc.
Culver’s is a Midwest-born restaurant combining the best in Fresh Frozen Custard with its ButterBurger to create its Signature combination. With over 680 locations in 25 states, Culver’s is enjoyed by people of all ages and continues to grow.
Culver’s menu offers a variety of other delicious options to its guests for those that want to vary from tradition. Select from the Crispy Chicken Sandwich, hand-battered North Atlantic Cod, genuine Wisconsin Cheese Curds or seasonal sweet-and-summery Lemon Ice. All made with the freshest ingredients. Top off a great meal with the perfect side such as thick-cut Onion Rings or homestyle Green Beans.
Culver’s is nationally renowned for its most delicious Fresh Frozen Custard. The flavors are vibrant with the cool, smooth texture of the custard that gently melts to savory perfection. Culver’s custard contains less air, making the custard creamier than ice cream and is kept at a warmer temperature allowing the flavor to leap in your mouth. Culver’s long-standing commitment to delivering the world’s finest Fresh Frozen Custard is as strong today as the very first time they served their custard more than 35 years ago.
Franchise Unit Trends & Revenue
997
53
$3,790,055
* in 2024
Franchise Fees
$55,000
Veteran's Fee: $45,000
4.0%
Gross Sales
2.5%
Gross Sales
Why Choose Culver Franchising Systems, Inc.?
Culver's is a great franchise to own for many reasons. Some include their #1 satisfaction rating among franchise owners while others enjoy the community involvement through different charities and inspirational programs offered. Culver's provides people with the opportunity to build a financial future with unlimited growth potential where the reward is performance-based. The process of an owner creating and mentoring a team that executes the franchise operation to perfection is exceptionally satisfying, and with the Culver’s framework, it happens often.
Culver’s training programs, marketing campaigns, owner support and family-like atmosphere mean franchise owners have the tools and colleagues to make their Culver’s a success. Culver’s assists franchise owners from the minute they apply through opening their location and beyond with return visits continuously occurring to help owners improve even after they achieve success.
Starting Costs & Investment Requirements
$2,043,000 - $4,652,000
$700,000
$350,000
Training & Support
All franchise owner-operators receive a comprehensive 16-week training program which covers all aspects of operating the franchise and all positions in the restaurant. Costs to attend training are included in the initial franchise fee. Costs for meals, lodging and transportation are the franchise owner’s responsibility. Training takes place in Wisconsin at a company-owned restaurant and at Culver's ButterBurger® University in Prairie du Sac, WI.
History
George Culver spent many years as a dairy farm inspector for the Wisconsin Dairies Cooperative. While doing this work, Ruth Culver raised their three children in Sauk City, Wisconsin. Then, in 1961, an opportunity presented itself for them to start their own restaurant. Ruth led the way with her friendly manner and Midwest values while George managed the kitchen. It was a match made in heaven. As their children grew, they became part of the business learning all there was about owning and operating a restaurant.
In 1984, Craig and Lee founded Culver’s with assistance from their parents in their home town and the legend was born. Culver’s signature combination of ButterBurgers and Fresh Frozen Custard was created through the inspiration of his mom’s favorite hamburgers and vacation treat, fresh frozen custard.
Ideal Candidate
Culver’s franchise owner-operators must carry the commitment to Culver’s founding principles which include excellent customer service, the freshest ingredients, the highest quality, hospitality and community service. A franchise candidate should believe in these too.
The right franchise owner is involved every day with their franchise so be prepared to be hands-on, leading by example and setting the bar in quality and service. This level of participation builds better team dynamics, creates an excellent relationship with Culver’s and other franchise owners.
Culver’s seeks candidates with initiative, leadership, commitment and skills to build an outstanding team who follows the operational and founding guidelines to attaining the highest quality level.
Candidates should love interacting with people, making them smile, be high energy and friendly knowing that taking care of people means more to the business than just the great food.
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