Taco John’s: Revolutionizing Mexican Fast-Food Cuisine

Taco John’s International, Inc., based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, is a well-known chain of Mexican eateries.

Founded by John Turner in 1969 as a single taco stand in Cheyenne, Taco John’s has earned acclaim for its Mexican-inspired dishes, particularly the famous potato oles.

The restaurant chain is renowned for its contemporary flavor selections and innovative menu, which caters to a wide range of tastes. Its menu features burritos, salads, mouthwatering desserts, and a variety of beverages.

In 1969, Taco John’s began franchising through a strategic partnership with Woodson and Holmes. Over the years, it has become a significant player in the fast-food industry, consistently expanding its presence and introducing new menu items that keep customers coming back.

Training 

Before opening their restaurant, franchisees, along with a designated representative and two managers, must complete Taco John’s extensive training program. This multi-week program covers a broad spectrum of essential topics to ensure thorough preparation:

Initial Training: Franchisees explore the Taco John’s Operations Manual, participate in team member orientation, and receive job station training. This includes mastering various stations such as the fry station, recipe preparation, menu assembly, and cashier functions.

Management Focus: The training program emphasizes managerial skills, covering guest service, crew development, portion control, dating procedures, FIFO (First In, First Out), drive-thru operations, and waste control.

Shift Supervision: Franchisees learn the nuances of supervising different shifts, ensuring the restaurant operates smoothly throughout the day.

Ongoing Training: Taco John’s is committed to continuous learning. Franchisees can access The Olé! Way, an online learning platform that offers a variety of training materials and webinars.

Food Safety: A major focus is placed on food safety, with franchisees required to complete several classes to ensure compliance with the brand’s quality and safety standards.

Territory Protection

Franchisees are allocated a specific geographical area known as the "Protected Territory," as outlined in the Addendum. Within this territory, Taco John’s guarantees not to establish or grant a new franchise for operating a Taco John’s Restaurant.

However, deliveries to customers within the franchisee’s Protected Territory from a Taco John’s Restaurant located outside this area, even if done by a third-party delivery service, are not considered a breach of the franchisee’s territorial rights.

It's important to note that despite having a Protected Territory, franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory. They may still face competition from other franchisees, Taco John’s corporate-owned outlets, or other distribution channels or competitive brands controlled by Taco John’s.