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What
do I get for my franchise fee and royalties?
This franchise offer is not available to residents of Hawaii,
Maryland, or Rhode Island.
You will receive:
• Use of the Taco John’s brand name,
systems, logo, and store design.
• A comprehensive Taco John’s Management
Training Program designed to prepare you for daily operation
of a Taco John’s Restaurant. Travel & lodging expenses
are not included in the fee.
•
Site Selection Support.
• Construction & design support. Conceptual
floor plans and site plans are provided. These must be sealed
by an approved architect before submitting them to local government
entities.
• Franchise development support and a step-by-step
guide through the process of new-store layout, ordering of
equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
• Support and training assistance in pre-opening
and opening.
• Ongoing support from: Taco John’s
Franchise Business Consultants, the Taco John’s Research & Development
Department, Purchasing & Distribution Department, and marketing
support and assistance for local store and media marketing.
 
What
type of experience do I need to run a Taco John’s
Restaurant?
Any prior experience in business management is
helpful. Knowledge of food service is also very helpful. We
can teach you the Taco John’s food business, but the
most important assets are organizational skills, people skills,
work ethic, enthusiasm, and adherence to the systems, standards,
and specifications of Taco John’s.
What
is the monthly Royalty Fee?
Four percent (4%) of Net Sales.
What
is the monthly Advertising & Marketing Fee?
Currently,
a minimum of three percent (3%) of Net Sales is required for
media advertising and a mandatory contribution of one-half
of one percent (.5%) of Net Sales to the Advertising Production
Fund.
"Net Sales" are the total receipts
from all sales of the restaurant, but do not include sales
tax or equivalent taxes.
How
long does it take to open a Taco John’s Restaurant?
From the date the Franchise Agreement is signed,
it takes approximately six to nine months. But that is subject
to availability of land, local permits and licenses, weather
and other local conditions.
How
do I receive my food products and supplies?
Taco John’s International, Inc. has negotiated with numerous
national suppliers on behalf of our Franchisees to get good quality,
service, and competitive purchase prices.
How
will I handle my accounting and reporting needs?
Taco John’s International, Inc. will supply
you with the necessary information and/or required formats
for setting up your accounting systems, preparing your financial
statements, and submitting timely reports. You will probably
want to retain an accountant/bookkeeper to assist you.
What
financial requirements do I personally need to meet?
To open a Taco John’s franchise, the following
financial requirements must be met:
• Net worth $400,000 • Liquid assets
$150,000
What
training does the Franchisee(s) and Management Team need?
We
prefer that our franchisees are hands-on and highly involved
in their new business. We require both the franchisee and management
to successfully complete our training program. This includes
four weeks of intense training at our Cheyenne Franchise Support
Center and at one of our training restaurants. Each location
must have at least two certified managers.
What
makes Taco John’s different?
We
are a privately owned franchisor, and all but a few of the
restaurants in the chain are licensed by independent franchisees.
Our food sets us apart based on our larger portion sizes, variety,
authenticity and fresh preparation.
Where
do I go from here?
If
you are not a resident
of Hawaii, Maryland, or Rhode Island, thoroughly
complete the enclosed application.
This franchise offer is not available to residents of Hawaii,
Maryland, or Rhode Island.
Then
send it to:
Taco
John's, Franchise Support Center, 808 W. 20th Street, Cheyenne,
WY 82001.
If
you have more questions, please feel free to call:
(800)
854-0819
To
summarize, what is my total estimated initial investment?
Initial Franchise Fee: $25,000
Total
estimated initial investment ranges from $326,000 to $1,071,000
(without land).
This franchise offer is not available to residents of Hawaii,
Maryland, or Rhode Island.
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