FAQs

You don’t need restaurant experience to become a Wing It On! franchise owner — but a passion for great food and hospitality definitely helps. We understand that many of our franchisees are first-time business owners, which is why we’ve built a comprehensive, hands-on training program that sets you up for success. From day one, our team will be right beside you as you prepare to open your doors and lead your team like a champ.

Our initial training program varies depending on your experience but typically consists of seven (7) days of classroom and onsite training at one of our corporate locations.

Training must be completed 45 days prior to your grand opening, and there’s no training fee for up to three (3) people you choose to bring along. You’ll just cover travel, food, and lodging. In addition, two of our experienced team members will be at your restaurant for up to seven (7) days during your opening to support daily operations, inventory management, and team execution.

Our training covers everything you’ll need to run your business with confidence:

Recipes and Food-Prep Procedures
Quality and Service Standards
Inventory Procedures
Equipment and Safety
Brand Compliance
Cleaning & Maintenance
Food Safety
Sanitation and Health Code Compliance
Best Hiring Practices

No matter your background, by the end of training, you’ll feel ready to run your restaurant like a seasoned pro — and chicken like a champ every day.

Absolutely. Wing It On! has a preferred vendor program to ensure every franchisee has access to the same high-quality products and ingredients that make our food unforgettable. We’ll walk you through setting up your vendor accounts and ordering your opening inventory so you’re ready to go from day one.

At this time, we don’t offer direct financing, but we can connect you with trusted third-party lenders and equipment leasing companies who specialize in working with qualified franchise operators.

Yes! We know many franchisees want to build something bigger. Wing It On! offers multi-unit opportunities with protected territories so you can grow your business and your brand footprint with confidence. We’ll discuss options for securing additional territories at the time of your franchise closing.

We recommend a minimum of $200,000 in liquid assets and a net worth of $500,000 to qualify.

Initial Franchise Fee: $35,000
Royalty Fee: 6% of gross sales
Marketing Fee: 2.5% of monthly gross revenue (for national brand development)
Local Marketing Fund: 1.5% of gross sales (used in your community under our guidance)

These funds are designed to help you build a strong local presence while contributing to the national momentum of the Wing It On! brand.

We’ll work hand-in-hand with you and your local real estate professional to identify the best location possible. The ideal site is in a high-traffic area surrounded by community activity, such as:

Mixed-use developments, medical complexes, and office clusters
Populations of at least 150,000 within a 3-mile radius
Near college campuses or military bases
Close to schools, sports fields, and recreational areas

Most Wing It On! locations are around 1,500 square feet, ideally with outdoor seating. Visibility and signage are key — we’ll help make sure your restaurant stands out.

Most franchisees open their first Wing It On! within 12 months of signing their franchise agreement. This timeline can shorten significantly if your location has already been identified and approved.

Without a doubt. From the moment you join the team, our marketing department kicks into gear to set you up for a winning launch. We provide a turnkey marketing playbook that covers everything from pre-opening buzz and community engagement to ongoing digital campaigns and local store marketing.

Our approach combines national brand strength with local marketing muscle — including social media strategy, digital advertising, PR, and boots-on-the-ground promotions that get your community fired up for opening day.

Yes — and we make it simple. You’ll receive a comprehensive social media playbook complete with best practices, brand guidelines, and ready-to-use content. Whether you’re a social pro or just starting out, we’ll help you create and manage a strong online presence that builds your fan base and keeps guests craving more.