Q : What is the total investment and ongoing costs?
A : There is initial franchise fee of $50,000 plus GST for the opening of your first Domino’s store.
The investment can vary dependent upon individual circumstances, landlords site contributions, size of the premises, level and type of equipment and can range from AUD$250,000 to $350,000 plus GST in Australia and NZ$350,000 to $450,000 in New Zealand. Please note that these costs exclude the real estate cost.
A royalty fee of 7% of gross sales is paid every month and each outlet contributes a maximum of 6% of sales towards national advertising.
Q : Will Domino’s find the location and fit out the store?
A : Domino’s coordinates the entire process from lease negotiations to having the store ready for opening. However, in some circumstances the franchisee can propose a location for our approval. The site approvals, store fit-out plans, applications and total project costs are coordinated by the Domino’s development team. The Franchisee is kept involved and informed during the process and at various stages of the project.
All products used in a Domino’s store are prepared to a standard specification of Domino’s and are supplied by the nominated approved distribution centers.
Q : What hours will the store be open?
A : The trading hours of the store are set by the Domino's operating standard. Opening hours are typically seven days a week from 11:00am to 11:00pm (Sun - Weds), 11:00am to Midnight (Thurs) and 11:00am to 01:00am (Fri - Sat).
Q : Must the Franchisee have prior experience in restaurant operations?
A : No experience is required although related experience is useful. Domino’s will provide comprehensive training at our own stores. The passion and effort of the Franchisee is the most important element of success.
Q : Does Domino’s require Franchisees to actively operate the store?
A : Yes. A successful Domino’s business requires and responds to the personal input and attention of the owner. It is essential that the Franchisee becomes personally involved in all facets of the business. You can expect to work many hours, particularly at the beginning. You must be willing and able to perform all sales, production and management functions. Running a store is a mandatory requirement of the franchise.
Q : Can a Franchisee own more than one location?
A : A Franchisee that has demonstrated success in operating a profitable store for at least one year may be considered for other locations.
Q : Does Domino’s offer financing?
A : Domino’s does not offer financing to Franchisees.
Q : If I own a great location, can I get a franchise for Domino’s?
A : The selection of new Franchisees is not dependent on just having a great site. Franchisees are selected based on a financial, operational and market conditions.
Q : How much money can a Franchisee expect to earn?
A : Earnings from a store can vary widely and Domino’s cannot estimate the results of any particular Franchisee. Success is based on a number of factors; the most important of which is the excellence in operational standards upheld by the Franchisee. There are business risks involved in starting any new business and earnings are not predictable.
Q : I am definitely interested in joining the Domino’s family. What do I do next?
A : Please complete and forward to us the expression of interest form. On receipt we will send you an information pack along with the comprehensive application form and the confidentiality agreement for you to complete and submit to Domino’s. All information will be treated in strict confidence. When an opportunity arises, we will arrange for an interview to discuss the next step in becoming a Domino’s Franchisee.
