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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Rockin' Baja Lobster vs BarBurrito including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $240,400 - $1,200,000 | $176,200 - $300,150 |
Franchise Fee | $30,000 | $15,000 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1992 | - |
Year Franchised | 2004 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | Intensive training program for a minimum of four weeks. This training will guide you through everything you need to know about the BarBurrito system including business management tools, staff management and marketing strategies. We will show you how to control overhead expenditures, while implementing strategies to deal with a changing economy and seasonal variations in store sales. Our manual covers a full range of topics and procedures, from store operations and staff management, to recipes and marketing strategies. |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | Ongoing operations support and guidance to help you run a great restaurant! Advising you on new products or procedures, assistance in controlling costs, marketing initiatives. Answer each and every inquiry you may have. We believe in an open door policy, so make sure to take advantage of it! |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, National media, Regional advertising | Our marketing program is designed to benefit the BarBurrito brand as well as each individual store. Our marketing department sends hundreds of thousands of flyers each year, both through Canada Post and door to door. We promote chain-wide and individual store specials, catering services and seasonal promotions, to businesses and private residences alike. Marketing support is available free of charge to franchisees wishing to produce local marketing initiatives. Chain wide marketing initiatives are initiated and implemented by us and paid for through the advertising fund that each franchisee contributes to. |
Operations |
International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 100%% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | Yes |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
NOW EXPANDING THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES! 44 Units in Development Act Now to Reserve Prime Territories Signature "Big Baja Bucket" and famous "Golden Sombrero Bucket" Rockin' Baja has been serving its customers their famous buckets brimming with shrimp and lobster wrapped in warm tortillas since 1983. Their Puerto Nuevo style of cooking where everything is flash fried and dusted with Mexican spices has quickly became a favorite among local residents and tourists alike. Rockin' Baja Support At A Glance: * Real Estate & Site Selection Support * Construction & Design * On-Site Restaurant Opening Support * Local Store Marketing & Promotions * Training & Operations Program * Franchisee Intranet