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Franchise Process
Before Signing
01
Brand consultation
understand brand details
02
Franchise application
initial document assessment
03
Interview review
schedule interview
04
Sign intent
execute LOI
05
Store review
assisted site evaluation
After Signing
06
Formal signing
store review passed, franchise contract signed
07
Store design and fit‑out
design by company, fit‑out by team
08
Full training
theory, practical, marketing training, pass assessment to begin
09
Trial opening prep
permit processing, fit‑out inspection, equipment for trial opening
10
Grand opening
90 days of operations support and coaching
Franchise Policy
Before signing
01
Brand consultation
Learn more about the brand
02
Join application
Preliminary review of materials
03
Interview review
Schedule an interview
04
Sign the intention
Sign a letter of intent
05
Shop audit
Assist in site selection and evaluation
After signing
06
Formal signing
Shop audit passed, franchise contract signed
07
Shop design and decoration
Company designs and decorates the plan, and the decoration team enters the site for decoration
08
Full-time training
Theory, practice, marketing training, assessment pass to take up post
09
Trial operation preparation
Document processing, decoration acceptance, equipment entry trial operation
10
Grand opening
90 days of new store assistance
Franchise Fees
Initial total budget starting at 130,000 RMB
(excludes renovation, rent, and transfer fee)
waived
￥30000
Brand usage fee
waived
￥20000
Training and service fee
waived
￥2000
Design fee
waived
￥3000
System fee
(installments or partial waiver)
￥15000
Three‑year operating management fee
Performance deposit
10000
Performance deposit
Equipment cost approximately
About 90000-120000
Equipment cost approximately
Initial materials cost approximately
About 30000-40000
Initial materials cost approximately
Training Requirements
Personnel Criteria
1. Personnel Requirements
- The applicant and the final operator must be the same person.
- Aged between 18 and 50, and in good health.
- Education: High school/vocational school or above.
2. Maintain the correct values
- Practice food safety and respect the rules of the food service industry.
- Put customers first, and respect every single customer.
- Run the business legally, observe professional ethics, and avoid illegal and socially immoral activities.
Partner Criteria
1. Partner Requirements
- Sole proprietorship or spousal partnership is preferred.
- At present, partnerships of three or more are not accepted for single-store franchises.
2. Equity Partnership Guidance
- For running one or two stores, sole or spousal ownership is best; partnerships with others are not recommended.
- When managing three to five stores, consider partnering with the store manager or key team members with equity incentives to support multi-store operations.
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At this time, partnerships that are purely investment-based are not accepted.
Training requirements
1. Training Requirements
• Each store must have at least 3 people (1 manager + 2 staff members).
• Must complete 16 days of training and pass the assessment.
• Only after passing the assessment can the store open.
2. Staff Requirements
- Best if operated jointly by a couple.
- Must be friendly, outgoing, and possess strong service awareness and communication skills.
- Employing senior citizens is not recommended.
- College students can be hired part-time, but those trained at headquarters must not work part-time.
Store Design
Standard store
Area:Recommended 20 m² or above
Location: Tier‑1 to Tier‑4 cities, in non‑core commercial areas
Features: Takeaway and customer seating area
Flagship Store
Area:Recommended 50 m² or above
Location: Core commercial zones in strong Tier‑2 and above cities, shopping streets or national 5A scenic sites
Features: Takeaway and customer seating area
Light Experience Store
Area:Recommended 30 m² or above
Location: Tier‑5 and Tier‑6 towns and counties
Features: Takeaway and customer seating area
Malaysia store
Thailand store
Vietnam Store
Brand Strengths
Proprietary Product Development
Bestselling Product System / Original Products / Iterative Product Development
Brand Marketing
Promotions / Brand Marketing / Private Operations / Reputation Monitoring
Supply Chain Support
Scenario-Based / Intelligent & Digital / Transparent
Organizational Back-End
Franchisee Management / Data Analytics
Smart Site Selection
Location Layout / Site Review / Revenue Estimation / Operational Insights
Revenue Operations
Smart POS / Sales Analysis / Inventory Tracking / Delivery Growth
Franchise FAQ
What is the current number of YIHETANG stores?
As of December 31, 2024, YIHETANG has signed 8,000+ stores across 28 provinces and cities, covering key commercial districts in more than 300 cities.
Does YIHETANG offer agency partnerships?
YIHETANG offers only single-store franchise cooperation, with no regional agency model. Hotline: 400-855-5288.
What steps are in the YIHETANG franchise process?
YIHETANG’s franchise process includes 10 steps: brand inquiry → application → interview screening → intent agreement → site approval → contract signing → store design → training → opening preparations → grand opening. We provide full standard guidance.
What franchise incentives are available in 2025?
Up to 70,000 RMB in franchise fee reductions are available. This includes waivers of 30,000 for brand use, 20,000 for training, 3,000 for system, 2,000 for design, and 15,000 for operations. Clients who meet specific policy conditions may also receive rent, material, or fit‑out subsidies.(For full policy details, contact your local franchise representative.)
Is the store location selected by the franchisee or provided by YIHETANG
Locations can be chosen independently, and the company also offers commercial zone and store suggestions. YIHETANG uses a standardized site selection support system, offering city planning, district access lists, and site evaluation reports. After choosing a site, the company will review and approve it before leasing. If a store is leased without company approval, any resulting losses are the responsibility of the client.
After locating a store, can it be opened immediately?
No, store operations can begin only after passing company review.
Must the store operator attend training personally at the company?
Yes, store owners must undergo in-person system training at the company.
How many team members should come for training?
3 to 5 team members.
Branch Locations
Guangdong Branch
Guangxi Branch
Hainan Branch
Fujian Branch
Hebei Branch (Tianjin, Beijing)
Henan Branch
Anhui Branch
Hubei Branch
Shandong Branch
Liaoning Branch
Yunnan Branch
Jiangsu Branch
Sichuan Branch (Qinghai)
Chongqing Branch
Shaanxi Branch
Gansu Branch (Ningxia)
Guizhou Branch
Shanxi Branch
Heilongjiang Branch
Hunan Branch
Jiangxi Branch
Official Customer Service Hotline
Official after-sales hotline
Wuhan Yihuitang Drinking Technology Co., Ltd.
China, Wuhan, R&F Zhigu C8-2 Building, 23-24 Floor
Business Cooperation Email:
chenyj07@yihetang.com
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