Sticky Fingers Cooking®
What Is Sticky Fingers Cooking?
Sticky Fingers Cooking is a franchise in the Children's Services category that operates a mobile cooking school for children, offering in-person cooking workshops, classes, camps and special events at schools and community venues. It serves a mix of customers, including schools, camps and community organizations as well as parents seeking cooking instruction and birthday party options for their children. Franchisees deliver services using the franchisor's System and trade dress and a licensed proprietary technology platform known as "The Dash".
Sticky Fingers Cooking Franchise: Pros and Cons
The franchise's most notable strength is a spotless legal and regulatory record—zero disclosed lawsuits, judgments, penalties, or fraud cases—suggesting lower inherited legal risk than typical in Children's Services; however, a key risk is high initial training costs estimated at $14,000–$16,100, increasing upfront cash needs.
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.
Territory Protection
Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. Franchisor retains the right to develop nearby units, sell via e‑commerce and alternative channels (retail/venues), and operate under different trademarks; protection is contingent on performance quotas while franchisees keep site-specific relocation rights.
Training & Support
The brand provides a robust 90-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch, delivered through a structured program that includes classroom instruction and on-site elements. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and lodging, and certain on-site support services may incur additional fees.
Unit Growth Analysis
Units were flat at 5 from 2022–2024 (0% YoY in both 2023 and 2024) then doubled to 10 in 2025, a +5 unit (100.0%) increase—so the trend is stable for three years then sharply accelerating in the latest year. For investors this suggests a recent successful push or batch of openings but, given the small base (5→10), the 100% spike may be a one‑off; confirm whether 2026 continues positive net growth before assuming sustained franchise health.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Sticky Fingers Cooking Franchise?
Opening a Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise requires a total initial investment of $77,528 to $125,379, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.
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Investment Analysis
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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
How Much Do Sticky Fingers Cooking Franchise Owners Make?
Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise locations reported average gross sales of $426,767 and median gross sales of $382,735 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise?
The total initial investment for a Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise ranges from $77,528 to $125,379, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.
What is the Sticky Fingers Cooking initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee for Sticky Fingers Cooking is $35,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.
How much do Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise owners make?
Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise locations reported average gross sales of $426,767 and median gross sales of $382,735 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.
Does Sticky Fingers Cooking have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?
Sticky Fingers Cooking received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.
Does Sticky Fingers Cooking offer exclusive franchise territories?
Sticky Fingers Cooking received a territory protection score of 49 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.
What training does Sticky Fingers Cooking provide to new franchisees?
Sticky Fingers Cooking received a training and support score of 64 out of 100. The brand provides a robust 90-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch, delivered through a structured program that includes classroom instruction and on-site elements.
How many Sticky Fingers Cooking franchise locations are there?
Sticky Fingers Cooking had 10 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
What type of business is Sticky Fingers Cooking?
Sticky Fingers Cooking is a franchise in the Children's Services category that operates a mobile cooking school for children, offering in-person cooking workshops, classes, camps and special events at schools and community venues.
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