- Overview
- Join Our Team
- The Steps
- FAQ
- Investor Requirements
Interested in Joining the TakoSushi Family?
Our team of Takosushi professionals is dedicated to meeting your needs. We will channel our energy and expertise into the kind of support and service that will help you succeed.
Please review the materials presented in this section, as they will answer some of the most common questions we receive. Once you have done this, we invite you to contact us to learn more.
Sincerely,
Kevin Goldsmith
CEO, TakoSushi International LLC
Benefits of Joining Our Team
There are many reasons to join the TakoSushi team. Here are just a few:
- Reason 1
- Be Your Own Boss.
- Reason 2
- Capitalize on a dynamic, vibrant, and growing market.
- Reason 3
- Comprehensive, Start-up Support and Training.
- Reason 4
- Professional Sales and Marketing Support.
- Reason 5
- Ongoing, Corporate-Level Support is Wide-Ranging.
- Reason 6
- Connect with the Best. To be the best, you need to join the best. As a TakoSushi franchise, you will work with a network of highly motivated and highly skilled professionals.
How to Join the TakoSushi Team
- Step 1
- Submit Request for Consideration Form, resume, and financial statement to our office. A TakoSushi franchise team member will review your application.
- Step 2
- Assuming you receive preliminary approval for a TakoSushi franchise, we will arrange to meet with you at our corporate headquarters in Augusta, Georgia. At this initial meeting/interview, you will be introduced to our principals and discuss in detail the TakoSushi business model and Uniform Franchise Offering Ciricular (UFOC).
- Step 3
- After this initial meeting/interview, TakoSushi principals will vote on your request to become a franchisee. Assuming your TakoSushi franchise request is approved, we immediately will begin drafting the Franchise Agreement documents that will bring you one step closer to your franchise dream.
- Step 4
- Once all parties have signed the Franchise Agreement, we will establish a development schedule and business strategy for your location. You and your principle operator(s) also will be required to attend orientation and training in Augusta.
- Step 5
- We will help you identify and select the ideal location. Once that happens our Franchise Development Team will begin assisting you with the design specifications and build-out.
- Step 6
- This is your big day- the culmination of months of planning and preparation and the opening page of an exciting new chapter in your life!
Franchising FAQ
- Do I need restaurant experience?
- Not necessarily. We provide our expertise and will lead you through every phase of the process.
- How about ongoing fees?
- The fees include a monthly fixed royalty fee, plus national advertising.
- How long is the Franchise Agreement?
- Ten years.
- What’s the financial requirement to be a franchisee?
- TakoSushi requires an individual or business net worth of $500,000, with $150,000 in liquid assets.
- Do I need a business background?
- A good business sense is certainly a key to success. Our franchisee training program will teach you everything about funning your TakoSushi restaurant, from front end procedures to ongoing support for both you and your staff.
- What is the franchise fee requirement?
- $50,000. This investment gives you use of our trademarks, programs, curriculum, graphics, policies and procedures, training programs, and manuals for day-to-day operations. You also receive help in site selection, facility design, construction, equipment, staff training, publicity, and marketing materials.
Investor Requirements
| Nature of Investment | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchising Fee | $50,000 | Lump Sum | Execution of Agreement | Franchisor |
| Initial Rent/Deposit | $3,000- $15,000 |
As Arranged |
As Arranged |
Landlord |
| Initial Inventory | $10,000- $15,000 |
As Arranged |
As Arranged |
Vendors |
| Leasehold Improvements | $10,000- $200,000 |
As Arranged |
As Arranged |
Contractors/ Landlord |
| Signage | $1,250- $3,000 |
As Arranged |
As Arranged |
Outside Suppliers |
| Furniture/Fixtures | $15,000- $30,000 |
As Incurred |
As Incurred |
Outside Suppliers |
| Equipment Package | $15,000- $75,000 |
As Incurred |
As Incurred |
Outside Suppliers |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $1,000- $5,000 |
As Incurred |
As Incurred |
Outside Suppliers |
| Insurance Deposits | $1,000- $2,000 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Insurance Companies |
| Permits, Licenses & Fees | $1,000- $7,500 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Government Agencies |
| Architectural Fee | $500- $1,000 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Architect |
| Computer Hardware/Software | $1,200- $20,000 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Outside Suppliers |
| Office Supplies/Equipment | $1,000- $3,000 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Outside Suppliers |
| Travel/Expenses | $1,000- $4,000 |
As Incurred |
As Incurred |
Outside Suppliers |
| Utility Deposit | $2,000- $4,000 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Outside Suppliers |
| Professional Fees | $1,500- $3,000 |
As Incurred |
Before Opening |
Accountants/ Lawyers |
| Additional Funds (Working Capital) | $15,000- $30,000 |
As Incurred |
As Incurred |
Employees, Suppliers, Utility |
| TOTALS | $102,450 – $467,500 | |||