History
of Taco John’s In
April, 1968, a small taco stand opened in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The “Taco
House” was an instant success because of the unique seasonings
used in its tasty tacos and burritos. In 1969 our founders began franchising
this concept as “Taco John’s.” The first restaurants
were brightly colored modular buildings that were manufactured in Cheyenne
and trucked to the site.
Today,
Taco John’s celebrates 36 years of excellence. There are over
400 Taco John’s, in both small and large communities. Our buildings
have changed dramatically and
we now have a great new look for the future. We have added drive-thru
technology and become a leader in this segment of the fast food industry.
Other service, packaging, and recipe changes have been made and new
products added. Despite the progress and innovation, the core elements
that made Taco John's a success over the years have remained the same.
Our commitment remains to serve generous portions of fresh tasting,
boldly seasoned, Mexican food served quickly and pleasantly for a fair
price. That’s what Taco John’s is still all about. We call
it . . .
Frequently
Asked Questions What type of experience do I need to run a Taco John’s?
Any prior experience in business management or food service is very
helpful. We can teach you the Taco John’s food business. The
most important assets are people skills, organizational skills,
work ethic, enthusiasm, and adherence to the systems, standards,
and specifications of Taco John’s International, Inc.
What are the monthly Fees?
The Royalty Fee is four percent (4%) of Net Sales. (Net sales are
the total receipts from all sales of the restaurant, but do not
include sales taxes or equivalent taxes.) Three percent (3%) of
Net Sales is the current Advertising Media Fee. There is also a
contribution of one-half percent (.5%) of Net Sales to the Advertising
Production Fund.
What is my total
estimated initial investment?
Low
High
Initial
Franchise Fee
$15,000
$25,000
Real Estate
Varies
Varies
Site Preparation
$49,000
$117,000
Construction
$220,000
$410,000
Operating Equipment
$155,000
$197,000
Furniture,
Fixtures & Décor
$20,000
$45,000
Signage & Installation
$28,000
$42,000
Initial
Inventory
$5,000
$8,000
Opening Marketing
$5,000
$8,000
Pre-Opening
Training
$8,000
$11,500
Opening
Marketing
$5,000
$8,000
Miscellaneous
Opening Costs
$20,000
$80,000
Additional
Funds – 3 Months
$25,000
$35,000
Total Estimated
Initial Investment
$550,000
$978,500
Prospective
Franchisee Qualifications
Prospective franchisees take part in a thorough three-phase review
process that looks at each applicant’s background, experience,
and plans in three important areas: Finance, Operations, and Real Estate. To financially qualify
for a Taco John’s restaurant, you need a net worth of at least
$400,000, with about $150,000 in liquid assets. Along with the financial
assessment, we will review your resumé to determine your
business and restaurant experience, and your management skills.
We will schedule a visit, at your expense, to our Franchise Support
Center in Cheyenne where you will meet senior members of our staff.
During this visit we will review your business plan with you.
History
of Taco John’s
Prospective
Franchisee Qualifications