Young Chefs Academy
$YCANF500 #501CategoryChildren's Businesses
SubcategoryChildren's Enrichment Programs: Miscellaneous
Locations30
Franchisee Count31
Franchise Fee$50,000
Item 7 Low$238,735
Item 7 Midpoint$400,950
Item 7 High$563,164
Royalty Fees6% of the previous month’s Gross Sales for your franchise with a minimum of $400 as outlined in Note 2 below.
Ad / Brand Fund2%
Sold Not Open6
ParentYouth Franchise Brands, LLC
Founded2005
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business21
Began Franchising2005
HQWaco, TX
Executives6
LinksWeb
Main Phone503-327-3009
FDD IssuedApril 24, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor
Young Chefs Academy offers franchises for cooking classes for children, families, and adults, with a primary focus on teaching children.
Franchisees must acquire specified computer systems including an Intel Core/AMD processor, 8 GB RAM, and a POS system for revenue collection. The estimated cost for required computer hardware and software ranges from $1,000 to $2,000.
Young Chefs Academy offers franchises for cooking classes for children, families, and adults, with a primary focus on teaching children.
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