Undisputed leader in the fast, healthy food category. Easy-to-prepare sandwiches & salads made-to-order using freshly baked breads, sauces and a variety of delicious toppings. Many new opportunities to further increase sales: now serving the “fresh fit” breakfast, expanded toasted & hot sandwiches, plus catering with piled-high sandwich platters & giant subs. Simple operation. Absentee owner lives out of state. Location: Prime location in a busy area near O’Hare airport. Manufacturing plant nearby recently hired an additional 800 employees. Great visibility with large pole sign and ample parking. Training: Two week training course at corporate headquarters in Connecticut which involves classroom, as well as, hands-on experience at a local store. In addition to ongoing world-class support for advertising, purchasing and product development. Competition/Pros & Cons: Quick Service Restaurant named it 1 of the 10 great franchise deals. Ranked #1 Franchise, as well as, #1 Global Franchise Opportunity 2010 Entrepreneur Annual Top 500 Franchise Rankings. 17th time in 23 yrs recognized with this top honor! 3rd consecutive yr, received top billing in 3 categories - Healthy Options, Most Popular & Top Service - 2011 Zagat Fast-Food Survey. Received 1st ever “A” in Eat This, Not That! Restaurant Report Card. Named 2011 recipient of Menu Masters award by Restaurant News in Healthful Innovations category. Growth & Expansion: First store opened in 1965 and began franchising in 1974. Such a great franchise, that over 70% of new franchise opportunities are purchased by existing franchisees. Currently, over 36,000 restaurants in 98 countries. World’s largest restaurant chain and one of the most recognized brands.