Pudgie's Naked Chicken Co. signature product is Bone-in Skinless fried chicken that contains zero grams of trans fat per serving. Preparing our specialty chicken includes such steps as removing the skin and using a proprietary breading process. By eliminating the skin, Pudgie's Naked Chicken Co. is able to address consumers' growing desire for a healthier option, making our chicken lower in fat and cholesterol than traditional fried chicken.
Founded in 1981 in the community of Bethpage, New York, (as Pudgie's Famous Chicken), George Sanders developed his secret chicken recipe and skinning process. The concept quickly spread throughout Long Island and by 1989 had become a franchise company. In 2007, TRUFOODS LLC, acquired the Pudgie's brand. After some trial and error and exhaustive research, TRUFOODS, LLC. created the most unique, relevant & quality driven chicken brand in the quick service restaurant industry, Pudgie's Naked Chicken Co. With the introduction of more "portable" skinless chicken products such as tenders, salads and sandwiches, our concept is more viable and appeals to a broader customer base. TRUFOODS' success is based on our ability to create new opportunities, build customer base through aggressive and effective marketing, reducing costs, & improve the overall management of the brand.
Pudgie's Naked Chicken Co. signature product is Bone-in Skinless fried chicken that contains zero grams of trans fat per serving. Preparing our specialty chicken includes such steps as removing the skin and using a “tumbler” breading process to insure a consistent even coating and outrageous crunch! By eliminating the skin, Pudgie's Naked Chicken Co. is able to address consumers' growing desire for a healthier option, making our chicken lower in fat and cholesterol than traditional fried chicken.
The total start-up cost for a Pudgie’s Naked Chicken Co. restaurant is approximately $201,500 - $624,000, not including working capital. Also, please note, $200,000 of the total start-up cost must be unencumbered (not borrowed) liquid capital and you must be ready to make a full-time commitment within three months.)
All franchisees must successfully complete basic training at a certified training store as well as a 14-day training program. The program will cover day-to-day operations, cost controls, staffing, labor controls and management skills. All the training will take place in an operating shop. To assist you in your opening period, we will send one of our Regional Directors of Operations to your unit for 7-10 days.
In addition to your initial training period, Pudgie's will provide a support team that will coach you in various facets of construction, equipment, marketing, advertising, staffing and training. Our Regional Directors of Operations will also make regular visits to counsel you on business issues such as operating procedures, inventory, cost control, profitability, and marketing. To ensure consistency, you will have the right to use our Operations Manual and will be provided with marketing and operational updates.
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