What was the average dollar amount spent on employee benefits for a freestanding company-owned Del Taco restaurant in 2024, according to Table 19-2-A?
Del_Taco Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Table 19-2-A Freestanding Company-Owned Restaurant Average Operating Results (Fiscal Years 2024, 2023 and 2022) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2023 | Annualized 2022 | ||||
| Dollars | Percent of Sales | Dollars | Percent of Sales | Dollars | Percent of Sales | |
| Benefits (7) | $92,502 | 5.1% | $97,130 | 5.6% | $86,965 | 5.2% |
Source: Item 19 — FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPRESENTATIONS (FDD pages 47–54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Table 19-2-A presents the average operating results for freestanding company-owned restaurants. In 2024, the average expenditure on employee benefits for these Del Taco locations was $92,502, representing 5.1% of sales. This figure encompasses all employer and payroll taxes, including worker's compensation, along with provisions for vacation, health insurance, and restaurant manager bonuses.
Prospective Del Taco franchisees should note that this average benefit cost can fluctuate based on several factors. These include the amount of vacation time granted to employees, the scope and type of insurance coverage provided, and the specifics of the franchisee's workers' compensation program. Understanding these variables is crucial for accurately projecting operating expenses.
It's also important to consider that these figures are derived from company-owned restaurants, which may have different operational efficiencies or benefit structures compared to franchised locations. While Del Taco states that there are generally no material differences in costs between company-owned and franchised restaurants, franchisees should still conduct their own due diligence to understand potential variations in employee benefit costs within their specific market and operational context. Consulting with existing franchisees and seeking professional financial advice can provide further clarity on these expenses.