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ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Franchise

Food and BeverageEst. 2024Jacksonville, FL
www.zerozeropizza.com

Risk Score

Pending analysis

Investment Range

$339,440 - $605,300

Franchise Fee

$50,000

Total US Locations

1

Business Summary

ZeroZero39 Pizzeria offers individual unit and multi-unit franchises for fast-casual Roman pizza restaurants. These restaurants specialize in authentic thin-crust pizza, beverages, and other menu items, providing options for on-premises dining, carryout, catering, and delivery.

Corporate History

ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC was established as a Florida limited liability company on October 1, 2024, and began offering franchises on November 13, 2024. The franchisor leverages the established brand and operations of its affiliates: Zero Zero Pizzeria, Inc., a California corporation formed in 2008 that has operated a ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Restaurant since December 2014 and owns the Licensed Marks; Zero Zero Pizzeria Costa Mesa, LLC, formed in February 2024 as an approved supplier; ZZ Pizzeria Holdings, LLC, formed in March 2023 with an ownership interest in the corporate location; and Zero Zero Pizzeria Packing District, LLC, formed in February 2023, which also owns and operates a ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Restaurant.

Financial Overview

Investment Range

$339,440 - $605,300

Franchise Fee (Low)

$50,000

Franchise Fee (High)

$50,000

Royalty %

5%

Marketing %

2%

Equipment Costs (Low)

$108,000

Equipment Costs (High)

$283,000

Working Capital

$135,000

Audited Financials

No

Offers Financing

No

Financial Health Notes

The financial statements for ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC, as of November 11, 2024, show total assets of $59,626 and total liabilities of $500, resulting in total equity of $59,126. The company reported a net loss of $874 for the period from January 1 to November 11, 2024. Due to the franchisor's limited operating history, being established on October 1, 2024, the financial condition is noted in the Special Risks section as calling into question ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC's financial ability to provide services and support to franchisees.

Financing Details

ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC does not offer any direct or indirect financing to its franchisees. The franchisor also does not guarantee any notes, leases, or other obligations of its franchisees.

Performance Metrics

Total US Locations

1

Franchised Units

0

Corporate Units

1

Avg Square Footage

1,500

Franchising Since

2024

Agreement Terms

Initial Term

10 years

Renewal Term

10 years

Renewal Conditions

To renew their franchise, ZeroZero39 Pizzeria franchisees must meet several conditions. They must provide written notice of their intent to renew at least 180 days before the initial term expires and be in full compliance with all terms of their franchise agreement and other related agreements at the time of notice and thereafter. Franchisees must also secure the legal right to occupy their approved restaurant location for the entire renewal term or secure an approved new location. Additionally, they must update, remodel, and redecorate their restaurant, facility, and equipment to meet ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC's then-current standards for new restaurants, pay a renewal fee of $5,000, and sign the franchisor's then-current form of franchise agreement and related ancillary agreements for the renewal term. Their owners and spouses must personally guarantee the new agreement and execute a general release in favor of ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC.

Training & Support Program

Franchisor Assistance

ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC provides pre-opening assistance to its franchisees, including granting the right to operate a restaurant within a designated territory, providing access to a confidential Operations Manual, and reviewing and approving proposed restaurant sites. The franchisor also provides lists of approved suppliers, distributors, signage, equipment, furniture, and fixtures. ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC identifies the franchisee's restaurant on its website and offers an initial training program for the managing owner and one manager, covering a total of 131 hours of classroom and on-the-job instruction in Huntington Beach, California, virtually, and at the franchisee's restaurant. Post-opening, ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC may offer supplemental training (with a fee), provide ongoing communication of operating standards, marketing guidelines, and updates on approved vendors. The franchisor may also coordinate an annual system conference (with an attendance fee) and administer system-wide marketing funds. ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC reserves the right to designate pricing and hours of operation.

Initial Training Hours

131

Training Location

Huntington Beach, California

Ongoing Support

After opening, ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC may require franchisees and their operating managers to participate in supplemental on-site or virtual training programs, which incur a fee of $300 per trainer per day plus expenses. The franchisor will communicate updated operating standards, procedures, and system requirements. ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC also establishes and communicates marketing standards and must approve all franchisee marketing materials. An annual system conference may be coordinated for franchisees (with a fee), and the franchisor may administer system-wide marketing funds. ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC will also designate and may modify approved vendors, menu pricing, and hours of operation.

Franchise Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC seeks franchisees and their managing owners who are personally responsible for the management and overall supervision of their restaurant. Ideal candidates must meet minimum standards and criteria for managers, complete the initial training program, and be approved by the franchisor. Proposed transferees and their owners and spouses must be of good moral character, possess sufficient business experience, aptitude, and financial resources to operate a ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Restaurant, and must not own or operate a competing business.

Industry Experience Required

No

Management Experience Required

Yes

Sales Experience Required

No

Technical Skills Required

No

Operational Details

Location Type

retail

Owner Participation

supervisory

Territory Type

protected

Territory Size Requirements

Each ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Designated Territory will generally be defined as the smaller of a three-mile radius from the restaurant location or an area encompassing a population of 100,000 people at the time the Franchise Agreement is signed. For non-traditional or captive market facilities like shopping malls or airports, the territory may be limited to the physical boundaries of that location.

Staffing Notes

ZeroZero39 Pizzeria Group, LLC does not assist with hiring or training employees, as franchisees are solely responsible for managing and supervising their staff. Franchisees must ensure all employees wear approved, branded uniforms and adhere to System standards and the Operations Manual for preparing, maintaining, and serving all menu items and Approved Products and Services. The Managing Owner is responsible for overall supervision, and if an Operating Manager is hired for day-to-day on-site operations, they must meet the franchisor's criteria, complete initial training, and sign a confidentiality agreement. If the Operating Manager is a family member of the franchisee or owner, they must also sign the Owner and Spouse Agreement and Guaranty.