Franchise Support
As a franchisee in the Culver’s system, you will benefit from over 25 years of franchise operating experience in the restaurant industry. We are dedicated to your success as a franchisee, so we assist with site selection, building design and decor, purchasing, marketing, employee training and ongoing operations.
Training
Informed franchisees are an important part of a restaurant’s success and our training programs are designed for just that reason. We offer several training classes during the year at our Culver’s ButterBurger University in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin.
16-Week Training Class
After the franchise agreement has been signed, franchisees complete a 16-week training course consisting of 12 weeks of classroom and restaurant training. Also, a new franchisee will participate in two restaurant openings, two weeks at each restaurant, for a total of four weeks. Training classes are also available for managers in our training center.
On-site Training
We provide training for your initial management team and crew members one week prior to your opening and up to two weeks after.
Site Selection
To assist you in the site selection process, we review your proposed site’s demographics, such as placement within the trade area and specific characteristics of that area. If you don’t have a specific trade area in mind, we will help you locate one. Our site approval for a Culver's restaurant does not constitute a recommendation, assurance, or endorsement of the success of that approved site.
Building & Design
Our Design Services staff provides site layouts and prototype building plans. They will assist you as you work with your architect to modify these plans to suit local requirements while maintaining the quality and image that Culver's demands. They assist you with equipment selection, bidding and are available during the construction process to answer questions.
Purchasing
The Supply Chain Management team works with our supplier partners to secure quality food and packaging, elevated food safety practices, innovative products and a sufficient supply of quality products and/or services.
Marketing
In a competitive restaurant marketplace, marketing has become as important as providing quality products, great service and a clean environment for our guests. Our marketing team supports national, regional and local advertising and promotions.