Bon Appetit Pastry Route Available – Columbus, Ohio

Bon Appetit Pastry Route available for qualified prospects in the Columbus, Ohio region. Must have available a $10,000 broker fee plus an additional $10,000 for company security deposit ($20,000)! Prospects must also have previous direct store delivery or route experience (required). If financing is needed Apply Here.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What are the day to day operations of this route?

To summarize, you will deliver product to existing accounts that include convenience stores and gas stations, usually starting in the morning hours. Your responsibilities will include the following: evaluating and creating an order of product needed for the shelf, pull the order from your inventory, receive the order through the back door, and then fill the order to the shelf.

What are the current average sales for this route?

This route is a new opportunity with some existing accounts.

How do I get paid?

As an independent distributor you purchase product at cost and sell it to retail accounts at wholesale. Product has a markup of $.25 per unit purchased, plus a $0.05 per unit monthly bonus.

Can I finance the route?

There is no seller financing for this route, and unfortunately banks will NOT write business loans against route based businesses for several reasons. You can review additional Financing Options Here.

What are my expenses and overhead?

Expenses include, but are not limited to: fuel, vehicle repair, payroll, handheld computers, account service fees, stale or damaged product, and insurance. The current owner estimates $213 per week or $11,080 per year in expenses/overhead.

What type of insurance do I need?

Typically a single owner operator of a route distributorship will need commercial insurance for their delivery vehicle and business liability insurance. Owners with multiple employees will need a multiple vehicle policy and workers’ compensation. Routes For Sale now offers discounts on insurance! Through our size and volume, we have partnered with some of the largest insurance brokers in the nation to offer the best rates. Request Your Free Insurance Quote Here.

What type of vehicle do I need?

There is no vehicle included in the purchase. Common delivery vehicles used for this type of business are step vans, box trucks and cargo trailers. If you are considering purchasing, leasing or financing a vehicle you can review additional information here.

How does the selling price of the route get determined?

On average Bon Appetit routes determine the selling price of their route by using up to a 2 multiple of their yearly cash flow/net income.

Do I have to sign a contract?

Yes, as an independent distributor you sign a service agreement to represent Bon Appetit. In turn the company agrees to promote and assist you in growing your business. The contract is to protect both the company and its distributors.

How many accounts does the route have and where is the warehouse located?

The locations of the accounts and the warehouse will be disclosed upon execution of a signed Non Disclosure Agreement.

How long has the seller owned the route?

Current owner has owned the route for less than one year but the accounts have been established for years prior.

How many days a week, and what hours do distributors work?

Current owner services accounts from Monday thru Friday with Saturday with Sunday’s off, on average servicing accounts from 7am-4pm.

What about vacation time or personal days?

As an independent distributor/business owner you are responsible for servicing the route. It is our recommendation that you hire or train someone for additional time needed off. Additionally, you can network and hire distributors with previous route experience at RouteReliefDrivers.com.  Route Relief Drivers is a nationwide network that allows independent route distributors and vacation relief drivers to connect with each other. Each party negotiates its own terms and compensation.

What is required in order to qualify for purchase?

Typically, most company routes or distributorships will require you to attend an interview for approval from the company, background check, and form an entity such as an LLC or Corporation. This not only protects the company, but also ensures protection of your business. If you need help forming this, we recommend that you Form A Corporation Here.

What else should I know?

The company continues to be aggressive promoting growth and adding new product lines… Large route with endless potential! Hesitate on this one and it will be gone! Priced to sell quickly at $10,000! Contact Us About This Route Here!

How can I learn more about these type of routes?

For additional Consulting Services with one of our route specialists Request A Consultation Here.

Disclaimer: Routes For Sale is a Broker that brings buyers and sellers together. Routes For Sale does not represent, or is not affiliated with the company the distributorship is being offered. All agreements are made between the buyer and seller and not Routes For Sale. It is the prospective Buyer’s duty and obligation to verify the accuracy of the Seller’s representations and if necessary retain attorneys, accountants, business appraisers, or other professionals. The representation of income is based on a current 52 week sales average generated by the efforts of the current owner. As with any business you can make more or less.