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Our Story

Celebrating more than 25 years in business, Firehouse Subs®

is a fast-casual restaurant franchise built on a passion for

hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service and public safety.

Now, more than one thousand restaurants later, with many

more in the works, Firehouse Subs is seeking to grow with

the right franchise operator that shares the same passion

for generously serving food and their community. To get

started, visit FirehouseSubsFranchising.com

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Testimonials“After serving as an airline pilot for many

years, my wife and I were ready for

a new challenge. The Firehouse Subs

business model is a proven one and

the training and support provided

to us as new business owners has

put us quickly on the path to success.”

Brandon & Stephanie E. Multi-Unit Franchisees - Portland, OR

“The Firehouse Subs system works every

day to deliver upon our brand promise

while allowing our undeniable passion

for quality and community service

to shine through with every sub we

serve.”

Mariano A.Multi-Unit Franchisee - Ft. Lauderdale, FL

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Why Firehouse Subs is the Right Fit for You

From second-to-none sub-sandwiches and a deep commitment

to the communities in which we operate, owning a Firehouse

Subs is daily affirmation that serving good food and doing

good belong together. Walk into any Firehouse Subs and

you experience a feeling that is distinctly ours. On the wall hangs

authentic local firefighting gear alongside a one-of-a-kind

hand-painted mural depicting the rich first responder tradition

of the community in which you operate. Combine that with

our unbeatable menu and a dedicated family of franchise

operators and you create a winning combination that gets

people to come back again and again.

• Strategic Growth - Fast approaching 1,500 locations,

our expansion is carefully calculated to optimize potential,

profitability, investment, and of course, our franchisees’

success.

• Operational Excellence - With an ever-growing history

of innovative products, a focus on exceptional customer

service, and a one-of-a-kind brand identity, Firehouse Subs

is committed to building profit for franchisees.

• Powerful Marketing - Our marketing is as memorable and

compelling as our subs. “Enjoy More Subs. Save More Lives.”

not only sets us apart, but it applies to every aspect of our

business. Everything we do is about bringing people back

again and again.

• Community Service - The Firehouse Subs Public Safety

Foundation® was launched to give back to communities.

Since its inception in 2005, the Foundation has awarded

more than $50 million in grants to improve the lifesaving

capabilities of local first responders.

• Extensive Training - We offer extensive training programs

and operating systems to help build your business. Our

support team of experts all work together to streamline

operations for businesses that are simple to run.

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877.887.8330

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Steps to Firehouse Subs Franchise Ownership

1. Request for Information Form - Complete the form at firehousesubsfranchising.com,

talk to a member of our Development Team and download and review the Franchise

Disclosure Document (FDD).

2. Meet your Area Representative – The Area Representative in charge of your

development market will contact you to discuss details. Area Representatives will

also train and mentor you throughout your tenure as a Firehouse Subs franchisee.

3. Attend Discovery Sessions - Meet department heads and senior management at

Firehouse Subs headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida. It’s a full day of getting to know

your future partners. Regardless of experience, every candidate is then required to

work in a training restaurant for one week (five days) to gain the necessary insight

into what’s required to own and operate a Firehouse Subs franchise.

4. Execute Your Franchise Agreement – After we complete a credit and background

check and your corporation has been formed, we will issue you a Franchise Agreement.

Review and sign the agreement and you are officially a Firehouse Subs franchisee!

5. Find Real Estate and Execute a Lease – Once a site and your final lease are

approved by our Real Estate Team, you are free to execute the lease.

6. Open your Firehouse Subs – Your Area Representative will work alongside you

making sure customers get the Firehouse Subs experience that will bring them

back again and again.

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7Testimonial“The biggest thing that makes Firehouse Subs

different is our strong brand identity, incredible

food, and our commitment to first responders

in the communities we serve.”

Chris & Jennifer P.Franchisees - Elizabeth City, NC

Invest with Confidence 2019 Technomic: America’s Favorite Fast Casual Chain

2019 Restaurant Business:

Top 10 Sandwich Sales Driver

2019 QSR Magazine:

The QSR 50

2019 Market Force:

Annual Satisfaction Survey No. 1 Sandwich Category

2019 Entrepreneur Magazine: Top Global Franchise

2019 Newsweek: No. 1 Customer Service for Fast Casual Restaurants

2019 Entrepreneur Magazine: Franchise 500 Fastest Growing Franchise


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These Subs Save Lives

At Firehouse Subs, subs are only part of our story. Launched

in 2005 by our founders in the wake of Hurricane Katrina,

the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® is dedicated

to providing lifesaving equipment, training and educational

opportunities to first responders and public safety organizations

across the country. Since the Foundation started, more than

$50 million has been granted in support of first responders

because at Firehouse Subs, we believe that making great

subs is not enough; you have to do good, too. Our customers

respect our commitment to keeping their communities safe

and when franchisees and restaurant owners work with their

local groups and public safety organizations, their transaction

counts go up, their unit sales increase, and their customer

loyalty climbs significantly.


Testimonials“It’s true, we’re selling a sandwich but there’s a deeper

meaning. For me, the Firehouse Subs® Public Safety Foundation

accounted for 90 percent of my decision to become a

franchisee,” said Jina Kim, Firehouse Subs Lakewood,

Washington franchisee. “When you know the work you’re

doing as a franchisee is benefitting first responders at the local

level – it becomes a very personal and motivating experience.”

“As a person that has worked in the hospitality field for over

30 years, and is not a first responder, the Firehouse Subs

Public Safety Foundation has allowed me and everyone

involved with Firehouse Subs to help save lives,” said Firehouse

Subs Area Developer and Multi-Unit Franchisee Chris

Holmes. “If you’re blessed with the opportunity to meet a

person whose life was saved by a piece of equipment you

helped donate, it changes your life.”

P U B L I C S A F E T Y

Visit: FirehouseSubsFoundation.org

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Real Estate ProfileAs one of the top-ranked restaurant chains in the country,

Firehouse Subs is continuing to expand in new and existing

markets and looking for the following:

Demographic Requirements:

• Well-defined commercial area

• Strong employment base

• 3-mile median income: $35,000

• 3-mile total population: 20,000

• 3-mile workforce: 12,000

Site Criteria:

• Ideal size 1,400 – 1,800 sq. ft.

• Minimum 20-ft. frontage

• Street exposure – end cap preferred

• Ample parking

• 400 amp, 120/208v, 3-phase, 4-wire service

• 1-ton HVAC per 150 sq. ft. (10 ton minimum)firehousesubsfranchising.com | [email protected] | 877.887.8330

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Marketing and Support

Our marketing reflects our company-wide commitment not only to amazing

subs, but also to the communities we serve. Carefully planned and created,

our world-class marketing and advertising is built around your local restaurant

and supported by your Area Representative, our advertising agency and

our corporate marketing staff. Our national campaigns are reinforced by

ongoing social media and rotating limited time offers. Furthermore, you’ll

benefit from ongoing training, research and development of new products,

regular dialogue with your Area Representative, operations support and

ongoing business counseling.

Testimonial“Nearly 10 years ago, I made the decision to invest

in my first Firehouse Subs restaurant. Today, I’m a multi-

unit franchise owner thanks to the brand’s streamlined

operations, strong brand identity and commitment to first

responders.”

Mitul D., Multi-Unit Franchisee, South Carolina & Georgia


Ready to Get StartedWith franchise opportunities in new

and existing markets across the country,

Firehouse Subs is looking to grow with

right franchise operator that shares the

same passion for generously serving food

and their community. Enjoy more subs.

Save more lives.

To get started,

visit firehousesubsfranchising.com

email [email protected]

or call 877.887.8330

©2020 Firehouse Subs

Chris Sorensen and Robin SorensenFounders of Firehouse Subs

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