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Founded in 2012 by <a href="https://1851franchise.com/thesaladstation/qa-with-salad-station-president-and-ceo-scott-henderson-2710788#brand-latest-stories">now-president Scott Henderson</a> and his mother and co-founder Cindy Henderson, <a href="https://thesaladstation.com/franchising?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-ways-the-salad-station-sets-itself-apart-from-the-competition-as-a-top-health-food-franchise-2711780" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Salad Station</a> continues the legacy of the Henderson family’s passion for fresh ingredients and exceptional value. The brand’s commitment to a bountiful salad bar that is always “Fresh, Full, Clean” has proved to make the franchise a truly unique opportunity, contributing to a footprint of 23 units and growing.As <a href="https://1851franchise.com/thesaladstation/latest_stories">The Salad Station</a> continues to successfully grow in its home state of Louisiana, as well as throughout Alabama, Mississippi and Florida, the brand is proving to have the necessary ingredients to set itself apart from the competition.Among many, here are five key differentiators that set The Salad Station apart from other top health food brand’s as a unique and strong franchise opportunity.Simplified Business ModelA huge benefit of franchising with The Salad Station is that its business model is streamlined and simple. Non-labor-intensive operations mean that management can hire based on personality, without the need for full-service or kitchen-trained staff. In addition, no hood is required in the restaurant and the overall in-store cooking technology is fairly simple to navigate and supportive of most real estate.Additionally, the Salad Station franchising opportunity allows franchisees to grow a business of their own, while operating under a proven success model. The total investment necessary to begin operation of The Salad Station’s franchised business is between $198,650 and $354,900, which is comparatively low for the industry, when looking at health food franchises.Family-friendly hoursThe Salad Station brand came to fruition from the passions and experiences of the Henderson family—itself characterized by a long line of farmers and entrepreneurs. The brand has a history of helping entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of business ownership and continues to thrive around a focus on family.&nbsp;The Salad Station is family-owned and family-focused with accommodating operating hours: Monday–Saturday: 10 a.m.–8:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday. “Once you understand our systems and how we execute things, we are a very manageable business,” Robert said. “We don’t open super early or stay open too late and are closed on Sunday’s. “The business is built around being with family.”Operational SimplicityThe Salad Station’s executive leadership team, characterized by industry experts and franchise development professionals work diligently with franchisees to provide support and training, from the first point of inquiry to the restaurant’s opening and throughout the life of the franchise. The corporate team has a strong support program, offering tools and resources to contribute to each and every location’s success.“We are dedicated to providing the best tools to our franchise owners and partners,” said Scott Henderson, CEO and co-founder. “Whether it’s localized marketing and PR, pre-launch training or grand opening support,” Henderson said. “Our team is determined to provide the resources to ensure our franchisees have the best chance of success.”A Concept Derived from Reputable Produce Experts&nbsp;Coming from 70 years in the produce industry, the Henderson/Liuzza family—who own both Liuzza Farm Produce and Berry Town Produce—started The Salad Station with a commitment to a bountiful salad bar that is always “Fresh, Full, Clean”.The Salad Station was built on a concept of a first-rate blend of industry awareness and passion. The Henderson and Liuzza families' expertise in fresh produce, the farming industry and their connections with major produce distributors have been key to the brand’s successful, BYO salad model, which offers franchisees the opportunity to go into business for themselves, but not by themselves.An Innovative Approach to Healthy EatingThe Salad Station offers approximately 120 toppings, all of which are priced the same, whether they are standard toppings, such as fruits and vegetables, or premium toppings, such as Cajun boiled shrimp and avocado. Of course, the ingredients are all fresh, some of which are also locally sourced. The brand also has a hot bar that rotates items daily, along with five daily soups, all of which are family recipes and proprietary to the brand. If that sounds like <a href="https://1851franchise.com/thesaladstation/fresh-full-clean-and-nourishing-refuel-at-the-salad-station-for-a-unique-build-your-own-experience-unlike-any-other-2711042#brand-latest-stories">healthy, filling options with all the feel of a home-cooked meal</a>, that’s because an all-are-welcome, community-minded approach is in The Salad Station’s DNA.The Salad Station’s pay-by-the-pound concept give customers the peace of mind that comes with knowing that they pay for exactly what they want; the brand cultivates eating with intention.“The Salad Station truly offers full customization. Other brands say they do it, but I think no one does it quite as literally as we do,” said Robert. “On their next visit, they can try a brand new combination—it’s impossible to exhaust the options.”The startup costs for a franchise with The Salad Station range from $198,650 to $354,900. The franchise fee is $32,000. To learn more about franchising with The Salad Station, visit <a href="https://thesaladstation.com/franchising?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=5-ways-the-salad-station-sets-itself-apart-from-the-competition-as-a-top-health-food-franchise-2711780" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://thesaladstation.com/franchising</a>.&nbsp;

5 Ways The Salad Station Sets Itself Apart From the Competition as a Top Health Food Franchise

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A simplified business model, operations support, family-friendly hours, a concept derived from industry experts and an innovative approach to healthy eating make The Salad Station a competitive, emerging franchise.


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