Fatburger
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Fatburger system.
Fatburger
1218 Third St. Promenade
Santa Monica, CA 90401-1308
800#:
Tel: (310) 319-1850
Fax: (310) 319-1863
E-mail: mwilkins@fatburger.com
Web Site: www.fatburger.com
Contact: Ms. Michelle G. Wilkins, Director Franchise Relations
The classic hamburger stand, serving cooked-to-order burgers at an open grill since 1952. Also serving grilled chicken-breast sandwiches, freshly made onion rings and real milkshakes in a fun environment with a unique R & B jukebox.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1952
First Franchise: 1980
Franchise Units: 27
Company-Owned Units: 23
Total Units: 50
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 7 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 39 in CA, 10 in NV
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 30%
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 16-40 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,800-2,000 SF; FS, SF, SC
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $750K+
Total Investment: $370-730K
Average Total Investment: $550K
Minimum Net Worth: $1.25MM
Fees
>Franchise: $40K
>Average Franchise Fee: $40K
>Royalty: 6%
>Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 15/10/10
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:Yes/10
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:No
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 30
On-Going Support: C,D,E,H (for an explanation click here)
Training: 8 Weeks Certified Training Centers; 7-10 Days On-Site.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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