Ponderosa Steakhouse
- Ponderosa Franchising Company
1311 N. Plano Rd. # 150
Richardson, TX 75081
USA
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(877) 526-6766
/
(972) 244-8900
- (972) 588-5806 (Fax)
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Mr.
Jason
Head, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
- [email protected]
Welcome to Ponderosa Country. Where today’s families find the spirit of the Old West, the flavors they crave, and something-for-everyone variety. Ponderosa Steakhouses serve great steaks, seafood and sides along with an expansive Buffet featuring a variety of dishes including Fresh Vegetables and Fruit, Soups, Salads, Appetizers and Desserts. And a variety of Beef, Chicken, Seafood and Pasta offerings. When it comes to friendly atmosphere, our staff offers full-service at your table and a help-yourself Buffet.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1964
Franchising Since: 1966
Operating Units
| Franchised Units |
101 |
98.1% |
| Company-Owned Units |
2 |
1.9% |
| Total Operating Units |
103 |
100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA |
70 |
68.0% |
In 15 States
|
| Canada |
N/A |
N/A |
|
| International |
33 |
32.0% |
In 6 Foreign Countries
|
| Total |
103 |
100% |
|
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators |
N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density |
Units |
| Indiana |
13 |
| Michigan |
11 |
| Ohio |
9 |
Registered in the following Registration States
Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Virginia, Wisconsin
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Support and Training
General Information
| IFA Member |
No |
| CFA Member |
No |
| Franchisee Association? |
Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff |
N/A |
Site Selection
Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance |
Yes |
| Financial Assistance |
Yes, Direct |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising |
No |
| National Advertising |
No |
| Regional Advertising |
No |
| Local Advertising |
No |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing |
Included |
| Central Purchasing |
Included |
| Field Operation Evaluation |
Included |
| Field Training |
Included |
| Initial Store Opening |
Included |
| Inventory Control |
Included |
| Franchisee Newsletter |
Included |
| Regional or National Meetings |
Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline |
Included |
Training
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Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth |
$700,000 |
| Cash Investment |
N/A |
| Total Investment |
$299.2-1,052.6K |
| Average Total Investment |
$676K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee |
$40K |
| Average Franchise Fee |
N/A |
| On-Going Royalty |
4% |
| Average Royalty |
N/A |
| Advertising Fee |
2% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees |
N/A |
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees |
N/A |
| Space Needs (in square feet) |
None
|
| Preferred Site Types |
N/A
|
| Encourages Conversions |
Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? |
No |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? |
No |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth |
N/A |
| General Business Experience |
N/A |
| Specific Industry Experience |
N/A |
| Formal Education |
N/A |
| Psychological Profile |
N/A |
| Personal Interviews |
N/A |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract |
N/A |
| Term of Renewal Period |
N/A |
| Passive Ownership? |
Allowed |
Area Development
Agreements? |
No
|
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? |
No |
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Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months |
1 |
| USA |
Yes, FL |
| Canada |
No |
| Overseas |
Yes, Egypt |
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