Smalls Sliders is a modular, limited-menu burger brand built for speed: compact “Cans” are dropped on site instead of conventional ground-up builds, so openings are faster and site work is simpler. The Smalls Sliders franchise concentrates on a tiny menu—cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes, and signature sauces—which lets operators run a tight cookline, push high throughput, and standardize labor across dayparts and late-night.
What is the Smalls Sliders franchise
The Smalls Sliders franchise replaces large dining rooms with a drive-thru and walk-up service window, channeling most demand into off-premise and quick counter pickup. The kitchen line is engineered around a few repeatable stations (grill, fry, assemble, expo). The brand pursues multi-unit development, with candidates expected to fund multiple Cans and operate within agreed territories. The modular approach, branded exterior, and bold visual identity create a recognizable roadside presence that plays well on busy arterials near residential clusters, schools, and retail co-tenancy.
Smalls Sliders franchise cost & fees
| Cost Item | Amount / Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 (first Can) | $30,000 each additional Can |
| Estimated Initial Investment (per Can) | $1,297,825 – $1,993,734 | Building/site work, FF&E/tech, signage, soft costs, opening & working capital |
| Royalty | 6% of gross sales | Ongoing system fee |
| Brand/Marketing Fund | 3% of gross sales | National/brand programs |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $15,000+ | Launch campaign |
| Restaurant Building & Site Work | ~$790,000 – $1,402,000 | Modular Can, pad, utilities, drive-thru/lanes |
| FF&E & Technology | ~$313,000 – $331,000 | Line equipment, POS, KDS, headsets |
| Signage & Menu Boards | ~$74,000 – $105,000 | Exterior/interior |
| Opening Inventory & Supplies | ~$23,000 – $28,000 | Food, paper, smallwares |
| Hiring, Uniforms & Training | ~$13,500 – $27,000 | Pre-opening wages & materials |
| Deposits (lease/utilities/security) | ~$2,000 – $4,000 | Market-dependent |
| Professional Fees | ~$1,550 – $6,750 | Architect/permits/legal |
| Additional Funds (~3 months) | Project-based | Payroll, reserves |
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Footprint, build-out & staffing
- Footprint & build: factory-built Can placed on a prepared pad; small site plan with stacking for cars, walk-up window, and a compact back-of-house. Signage and bold color package drive roadside visibility.
- Kitchen line: grill zone, fryers, make table, expo/pack; POS/KDS and drive-thru headsets to protect order accuracy and speed. Minimal SKUs reduce prep and variance.
- Staffing model: General Manager, shift leads, line cooks, and cashiers/expediters. Cross-training allows quick swaps by station; late-night coverage is planned with tighter teams.
- Throughput levers: simple menu, strict fry/oil standards, holding specs, clear expo roles, and queue management for peak spikes (after-school, weekends, late night).
Training & support
Franchisees receive site criteria and development playbooks tailored to the modular Can, plus prototype plans, equipment specifications, and vendor coordination. Training covers line flow, food safety, prep and holding standards, service times, POS/KDS operations, and launch marketing. Ongoing support includes national campaigns, seasonal promotions, performance dashboards (speed, accuracy, labor %, COGS %), and coaching on late-night execution.
Steps to open
- Discovery & territory plan — align multi-unit targets and timing.
- Site selection & LOI — end-cap or pad with visibility, access, and car stacking; confirm utilities and traffic patterns.
- Pad & Can drop — site work, utility tie-ins, delivery and placement of the Can, signage and menu board install.
- Hiring & training — assemble the team; run line rehearsals and mock rushes.
- Grand opening — execute funded local launch, social/PR pushes, and neighborhood partnerships.
- Operate & scale — track speed and ticket accuracy, tighten labor/COGS, and replicate the playbook as additional Cans come online.
Smalls Sliders Franchise Info: https://smallsslidersfranchising.com/
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Starting investments from:$1,297,825
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Company type:Restaurant
- Year company was founded:2019
- Corporate address:7000 Central Pkwy Ste 1100, Atlanta, Georgia, 30328, USA
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