FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON FRANCHISING
1. How much yung pinakamura na cart? Yung 2in1? 3in1?
2. May discounted ba kayo na cart?
Yes, for the 2in1, you save almost P10,000 and for the 3in1 you’ll save over P20,000.
3. Magkano sahod ng crew?
4. Magkano usually ang rent?
5. Ilang weeks ang releasing?
6. Ano mode of payment nyo at ano gagawin after magbayad?
7. Ano ano requirements?
8. Kelan franchise seminar?
9. May renewal fee ba kayo?
10. Ano advantage pag sa inyo ako kumuha?
11. Pano delivery ng products?
12. Malayo ako, meron ba kayong dealer dito?
13. Matagal na ba company nyo? Saan ang factory nyo?
14. Ano ano ba inclusion ng cart nyo?
15. Magkano ba kita every month?
16. Ano yung size ng cart?
17. Pano yung sa location? Kayo maghahanap? May restrictions ba?
18. Gaano katagal shelf life ng products nyo?
19. Ano pinakamabili na concept sa inyo?
20. Paano yung papers or business permits?
Other FAQs
How can a potential dealer apply for a Franchise?
A potential dealer can inquire about the Franchise opportunity via telephone, fax, email, and personal visit.
The potential dealer should provide the following requirements in order to facilitate the application process: completed application form, photograph and location map of proposed site.
Application forms can be obtained from and submitted to Filtrepreneur Franchise, Inc., Greenhills, San Juan City.
How much does Franchise cost? What is included in the Franchisee fee?
For a cart Php26,888.00 to P250,000.00
The Franchise fee is inclusive of the following: cart with signage and equipment. There are no annual franchise fees, no royalty fees and no store-opening fees.
Also, the franchise fee includes the license which allows the dealer to operate and use the trademark of Franchise. The Franchise Cart terms is three (3) years.
When does the dealer have to pay the fee?
Once dealer’s application is approved, franchisee needs to sign a franchise contract and pay the required franchise fee.
How long does it take to open a Franchise shop?
The Franchise business development process takes 4 to 5 weeks. The activities include processing of applications, construction of the cart, equipment and materials preparation and training.
How many units can a single franchisee own?
A single franchisee can own multiple units for as long as they can pay the necessary fees for the said units and observe the standard operation procedures set by Franchisor.
Where can dealers locate their Franchise Outlet?
Franchisee can locate in high foot traffic areas. They can sell in schools, malls, bazaars and during special events. The company will ensure that no two Franchise outlet are located within 500 meter radius to dealers can fully realize the returns of his investment and not compete with another Franchisee.
In cases wherein the unit is located within a building which has a potential for expansion within or around the said location, the dealer is given the right of first refusal to proposals which shall arise in the future.
Will you provide me a location? or I will find on my own?
If you have a prospect location you could tell the company about it and have it approved.
or if you really don't have any, the company has a locator to help you find a place for 3500Php. You will be given 3 up to 5 choices of your preferred place.
Note: It is strongly advised that you have at least an idea on what city would you like to place your food carts so the company could easily help you.
What is the dimension of the cart and area requirement?
The cart has the following dimensions:
Height 6 ft.
Width 2 ft.
Length 3 ft.
Area requirement: 2.5 m. x 2.5 m.
How much can a franchisee earn?
Franchisee profitability depends highly on where he locates his cart. Gross margin is estimated at 40%.
In order for franchisee to recoup his expenses (cost of goods, rental, depreciation, utilities and labor), he needs to sell about P2,500 per day (assuming rental is at P10,000 per month).
Note: figures are estimates only
What kind of training will the Franchisee receive?
The franchisee and his manpower pool will be trained in basic cart operation and product handling by Franchisor personnel.
Who will be responsible in the recruitment and training of the personnel?
Franchisee shall source, screen and select the required personnel. For Cart operation minimum of one (1) person per shift.
Franchisor will conduct certain training programs which the dealer and his personnel must personally attend and successfully complete before they are allowed to operate and/or manage the unit.
What products will be sold in the Franchise outlet? At what price would the products be sold?
For the cart operation, all Franchise products.
Franchisee is not allowed to sell any other food item other than those specified by Franchisor.
Franchisor will provide the standard price list of the products indicating the dealer’s selling price to the consumers. Franchisor shall peg the prices of such products according to the targeted profitability rates that will provide reasonable returns to the dealer.
How will Franchisor ensure product quality and standard of operations are being upheld?
Franchisor will designate employees and agents who shall audit shop operations on the basis of Franchisor's approved standards on service, product quality, cleanliness, equipment maintenance, atmosphere, etc
- We have the Silver Cart for 26,888, 2in1 for 42,888 and 3in1 for 60,000. All are complete packages already.
2. May discounted ba kayo na cart?
Yes, for the 2in1, you save almost P10,000 and for the 3in1 you’ll save over P20,000.
3. Magkano sahod ng crew?
- For provinces, the rate ranges from 150-200. In Manila areas, 200-250. Depending on the franchisee and crew’s agreement.
4. Magkano usually ang rent?
- Depending on the location, if it’s outside the mall, it ranges from P3,000 to P10,000.
- Commercial places like MRT or malls, that’s around P12,000 to P30,000.
5. Ilang weeks ang releasing?
- 2 to 4 weeks, upon availing.
6. Ano mode of payment nyo at ano gagawin after magbayad?
- We have cash, checks and credit card basis.
7. Ano ano requirements?
- Valid Id, Attendance of Franchise Seminar and Sketch of your location (pending application is possible)
8. Kelan franchise seminar?
- It’s every Wednesday and Saturday only. It’s mandatory that for every franchisee, they should attend the seminar, for them to know all the details that they need to know before running their foodcart. After availing, they already have the privilege to attend the needed seminar.
9. May renewal fee ba kayo?
- For the cart, no more renewal fee to be collected. You have an option to renew your contract after 3 years for P6,000. You are not obliged to operate for 3 years. It depends on the capability of the franchisee.
10. Ano advantage pag sa inyo ako kumuha?
- We don’t have any quota, we don’t have royalty and renewal fees too compared to other Franchising Companies. One time payment lang kami.
11. Pano delivery ng products?
- Ordering of products is every week, near your area. We are operating nationwide, so we have designated dealers near you.
12. Malayo ako, meron ba kayong dealer dito?
- Yes, contact information of our dealer will be given when you already purchased your selected cart.
13. Matagal na ba company nyo? Saan ang factory nyo?
- We are 19 years in the Food Industry, we have our own commissary located at Quezon City.
14. Ano ano ba inclusion ng cart nyo?
- Semi-stainless collapsible cart
- Equipment
- Utensils
- Initial inventory
- Crew Uniform and training
- Franchise Kit
- Franchise Seminar
- Freebies: E-loading Business and %0l Accident Insurance.
15. Magkano ba kita every month?
- Depending on the location, it will range from 1,500 to 4,000. Mark up is around 30-40%.
16. Ano yung size ng cart?
- For the Silver Cart: 3ft x 2ft x 6ft
- 2in1 cart: 4.5ft x 2ft x 6 ft
- 3in1 cart: 6ft x 2ft x 6ft
17. Pano yung sa location? Kayo maghahanap? May restrictions ba?
- If you have your prospect area, better. But if you don’t have one, we have our available locator for you starting at P3,500 as their starting fee.
18. Gaano katagal shelf life ng products nyo?
- 3 months in the freezer.
19. Ano pinakamabili na concept sa inyo?
- Our bestseller is Pinoy Pao (combination of 22 variants of Siopao and 6 variants of Siomai). Next is O’Noodles and Red Bowl.
- 2 in 1 and 3 in 1, discounted carts po kasi.
20. Paano yung papers or business permits?
- I would suggest to have a Barangay Clearance first. All details regarding permits will be discussed in the briefing and Franchise Seminar.
Other FAQs
How can a potential dealer apply for a Franchise?
A potential dealer can inquire about the Franchise opportunity via telephone, fax, email, and personal visit.
The potential dealer should provide the following requirements in order to facilitate the application process: completed application form, photograph and location map of proposed site.
Application forms can be obtained from and submitted to Filtrepreneur Franchise, Inc., Greenhills, San Juan City.
How much does Franchise cost? What is included in the Franchisee fee?
For a cart Php26,888.00 to P250,000.00
The Franchise fee is inclusive of the following: cart with signage and equipment. There are no annual franchise fees, no royalty fees and no store-opening fees.
Also, the franchise fee includes the license which allows the dealer to operate and use the trademark of Franchise. The Franchise Cart terms is three (3) years.
When does the dealer have to pay the fee?
Once dealer’s application is approved, franchisee needs to sign a franchise contract and pay the required franchise fee.
How long does it take to open a Franchise shop?
The Franchise business development process takes 4 to 5 weeks. The activities include processing of applications, construction of the cart, equipment and materials preparation and training.
How many units can a single franchisee own?
A single franchisee can own multiple units for as long as they can pay the necessary fees for the said units and observe the standard operation procedures set by Franchisor.
Where can dealers locate their Franchise Outlet?
Franchisee can locate in high foot traffic areas. They can sell in schools, malls, bazaars and during special events. The company will ensure that no two Franchise outlet are located within 500 meter radius to dealers can fully realize the returns of his investment and not compete with another Franchisee.
In cases wherein the unit is located within a building which has a potential for expansion within or around the said location, the dealer is given the right of first refusal to proposals which shall arise in the future.
Will you provide me a location? or I will find on my own?
If you have a prospect location you could tell the company about it and have it approved.
or if you really don't have any, the company has a locator to help you find a place for 3500Php. You will be given 3 up to 5 choices of your preferred place.
Note: It is strongly advised that you have at least an idea on what city would you like to place your food carts so the company could easily help you.
What is the dimension of the cart and area requirement?
The cart has the following dimensions:
Height 6 ft.
Width 2 ft.
Length 3 ft.
Area requirement: 2.5 m. x 2.5 m.
How much can a franchisee earn?
Franchisee profitability depends highly on where he locates his cart. Gross margin is estimated at 40%.
In order for franchisee to recoup his expenses (cost of goods, rental, depreciation, utilities and labor), he needs to sell about P2,500 per day (assuming rental is at P10,000 per month).
Note: figures are estimates only
What kind of training will the Franchisee receive?
The franchisee and his manpower pool will be trained in basic cart operation and product handling by Franchisor personnel.
Who will be responsible in the recruitment and training of the personnel?
Franchisee shall source, screen and select the required personnel. For Cart operation minimum of one (1) person per shift.
Franchisor will conduct certain training programs which the dealer and his personnel must personally attend and successfully complete before they are allowed to operate and/or manage the unit.
What products will be sold in the Franchise outlet? At what price would the products be sold?
For the cart operation, all Franchise products.
Franchisee is not allowed to sell any other food item other than those specified by Franchisor.
Franchisor will provide the standard price list of the products indicating the dealer’s selling price to the consumers. Franchisor shall peg the prices of such products according to the targeted profitability rates that will provide reasonable returns to the dealer.
How will Franchisor ensure product quality and standard of operations are being upheld?
Franchisor will designate employees and agents who shall audit shop operations on the basis of Franchisor's approved standards on service, product quality, cleanliness, equipment maintenance, atmosphere, etc