Does Endless Summer Sweets provide on-site opening support?

Yes, according to Endless Summer Sweets' 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, they do provide on-site opening support. Specifically, Endless Summer Sweets will have a representative provide on-site support for up to one week around the time of the opening of your business. This support is described in Section 5.4 of the FDD.

In addition to on-site opening support, Endless Summer Sweets offers several other forms of assistance to franchisees before opening. This includes reviewing and advising on potential locations, providing designs and floor plans for the premises, offering suggested staffing levels, and giving operational instructions for training new employees. They also provide a list of approved suppliers for necessary equipment, signs, fixtures, opening inventory, and supplies, as well as access to their Operations Manual and an initial training program.

Prospective franchisees should note that while Endless Summer Sweets offers significant pre-opening support, they are not obligated to assist in conforming the premises to local ordinances and building codes or obtaining required permits. These responsibilities fall solely on the franchisee. The typical time frame between signing the franchise agreement and opening the business is approximately six to nine months.