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A True Win-Win: Your Success is Our Success

At Sticky Fingers Cooking®, we love the franchise model because it’s built on partnership, growth, and shared success. When our franchise owners thrive, we thrive. That’s why we focus 100% on helping you build, grow, and lead a thriving business—without getting bogged down by backend operations.

The Dash®: Your Built-In Business Engine

Our proprietary tech platform, The Dash®, runs 85% of your daily operations, handling scheduling, enrollment, invoicing, reporting, and more. This streamlined system eliminates redundancies, so you can focus on growing your business, building community partnerships, and reaching more kids.

Unmatched Support, Training & Growth

We don’t just give you the recipe for success—we mentor, guide, and train you to make it your own. Our powerful  female-led executive team provides ongoing education, business leadership, and financial literacy training to help you scale with confidence.

What You Get as a Franchise Owner:
✅ The Dash®: Automate 85% of daily tasks & focus on scaling.
✅ On-Demand KPIs: Track growth & profitability in real-time.
✅ Peer Groups & Roundtables: Learn from fellow franchise owners.
✅ Leadership & Business Development: Monthly strategy sessions with the CEO & industry experts.
✅ Financial Literacy & Profitability Coaching: Scale smart & sustainably.
✅ Ongoing Education & Support: Because success isn’t just about starting—it’s about growing.

This is a true partnership. We’re fully invested in your success because when you win, we all win. Let’s cook up something amazing together!

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4.9/5
Average rating of our cooking classes, camps, and events on Google reviews.
99%
Of schools invite us back year after year.
LAUNCH & GROW WITHOUT MUCH DOUGH

Start your Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchise with an affordable investment and all the support you need to succeed.

After completing your initial training, we’ll guide you every step of the way as you launch your business. Our proven systems and hands-on support ensure you’re not bogged down by administrative tasks—focus on building a powerful business and reaching kids, while we handle the backend!

Once your initial training is complete, you’ll move into the final phase of onboarding and be ready to launch. We’ll even visit you in your territory to provide in-person support as you prepare for your first classes.

Below is a breakdown of your initial investment—designed to set you up for success from day one:

Per our 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document
Initial Fees & Investment Terms
Notes on Investment
Initial Franchise Fee
$48,000 (included in startup investment)
2 territory initial fee: $92,000 
3 territory initial fee: $128,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee
8% of gross sales
Paid weekly
Brand Development Fund
1% of gross sales
Paid weekly
Startup Investment
$77,528 to $125,379
For one territory
ongoing support

As a Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchisee, you will receive tea-rrific ongoing support to successfully run your business.

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Research-Based Curriculum
Branded instructional materials, including thousands of kid-approved Sticky Fingers Cooking Lesson Plans®.
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Tech Support
Sticky Fingers Cooking DASH® training guides you can easily access when it’s convenient for you.
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Humans, For Real
Direct contact and regular check-ins with internal subject matter experts, including C-level executives.
Our opportunities

With franchise locations available from S'moregon to Pretzelvania

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what is your ‘fundability’?

Benetrends is your sous-chef to jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey!

Funding is one of the most important components in buying a franchise. Benetrends has been funding America’s entrepreneurs for over 35 years, offering a comprehensive suite of funding options. The most popular programs are the Rainmaker Plan® (IRA/Rollover) and SBA small business loan programs. Learn more about innovative funding strategies.

Pre-Qualify for funding to determine how much and what sources of options are available to you. Plus, you'll have faster access to funding, allowing you to open your new business sooner.

*Exclusions apply. Please consult with our funding experts for full details.
**SBA Loan Money-Back Fee Guarantee: If Benetrends accepts your application for processing, we guarantee your application will be approved or we refund 100% of our fee.
***Once approved, a financial package will be needed for verification.

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99%

Of schools invite us back year after year

4.9/5

Google reviews
Turnip the Heat on Your Future!

Is a Sticky Fingers Cooking® franchise the perfect mix for you?

Get the perfect blend of flexibility, profitability, and purpose in a booming industry.

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