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Our first store opened at Muscle Beach, Santa Monica, California in 1946.
Our founder, Dave Barham, was a charismatic and enlightened personality
who understood the value of treating people to an experience as opposed
to a service. In short, he built his business around the concepts of putting
people first, and giving them a show.
His approach was extremely successful. By 1990 Hot Dog on a Stick™ had become an icon in our
primary venue, shopping malls, with 60 stores operating in 12 states. After Dave passed away in 1991,
we became an employee owned corporation (ESOP) led by a management team he had mentored over the years.
This team has successfully overseen the company's expansion to 103 stores in 17 states. In addition,
they undertook an international franchising program and designed and in 1998 launched a new concept
called Muscle Beach Lemonade & Hot Dogs™.
WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE
We lead the way in the
shopping center and employee ownership communities with our passion for
developing people, community service, and our unwavering commitment to
treating each other with dignity and respect.
MISSION
HAVE FUN – MAKE MONEY
We are a financially fit employee owned company that
hires, trains and mentors the best and brightest to serve our signature Hot
Dog on a StickTM and Fresh Lemonade in a fast, fun and friendly atmosphere.
PHILOSOPHY
People are our most valuable asset. We believe it is not only possible but
also imperative to combine work with fun, excitement, enthusiasm and new
ideas. There is value in our company history and culture which cannot be
quantified, but which makes us distinctly different from our competition
and provides us an advantage in the marketplace. Our uniforms, methods and
attitudes make us stand out in the crowd as a little bit different. We like
being different! Remembering our history, sustaining our unique culture,
remaining focused on people and encouraging innovation to enhance people
satisfaction will guarantee our continued success.
GROWTH & EFFICIENCY
This company has enormous growth potential in terms of both sales volume
and net income. To unlock this potential we will continue to expand in both
US and global markets while increasing our efficiency in all aspects of
the business. The term we use to describe this increased efficiency is “Operational
Excellence”, and the key to achieving it is held by our employees. The options
for increasing our presence in the marketplace include franchising, licensing,
partnerships, co-branding and acquisitions. We will continue to consider
all of these options for expansion while maintaining the focus on our core
stores, improving their efficiency and developing our management team.
FAQ's
1. Is Hot Dog on a Stick™ franchised?
Currently HDOS Enterprises has master franchise agreements in place for Australia, Indonesia, the Philippines and Venezuela. Domestically, 108 locations are company owned and operated. In addition, 1 location is franchised under a single unit agreement. Although we will continue to support our current franchisees, we do not intend to pursue further agreements at this time. Instead, we are developing a program to provide ownership opportunities to current and former employees.
2. Can the Hot Dog on a Stick™ catering truck cater at my birthday party?
The catering truck is available for larger events. Contact a local store to help you cater a smaller party.
3. What is the story behind the Hot Dog on a Stick™ hat and uniform?
The Hot Dog on a Stick™ uniform, including the hat, was inspired by a whimsical
mid-1960s trend when jockey caps and hot pants were in style. The employees
say the hats, which are hand-made and customized to fit each new employee,
make their jobs more fun and enable the company to attract enthusiastic,
outgoing and good-natured employees, and draw attention to the store.
4. Can I get a Hot Dog on a Stick™
uniform?
We are sorry, but Hot Dog on a Stick™
do not sell, lend or rent our uniforms, not even for special occasions or
requests. They are reserved for our very special employees.
5. Are you only located in shopping centers?
Hot Dog on a Stick™ currently has more than 105 company-owned U.S. locations
plus 25 franchised units, which are primarily located in popular regional
shopping malls. The company opened its first airport location in Caracas,
Venezuela in 2001.
6. HDOS Enterprises is an ESOP – what does that mean?
HDOS Enterprises™ is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which means
we are a privately held company owned 100% by our employees who share equity
and appreciation in the brand. We are the world’s only quick service restaurant
chain (QSR) that is 100% ESOP. The benefits afforded to our employees through
this ESOP system has resulted in lower turnover and increased loyalty to
the company and its goals.
7. Do you have gift certificates available? In what denominations?
Yes. Gift certificates are available in $5 increments and come
pre-packaged in our trademark lemonade cup. Gift certificates are available
at ALL our locations.
8. Can I only purchase your lemonade at a Hot Dog on a Stick™
store?
Our popular fresh-squeezed Muscle Beach Lemonade is now available in gallon
containers at Hot Dog on a Stick™ locations.
19. Are the Hot Dog on a StickTM and
Hot Dogs in a Bun hot dogs made of beef or poultry?
Hot Dog on a StickTM hot dogs are 100% turkey and our Hot Dogs in a Bun are 100% beef.
10. How old do you have to be to work at Hot Dog on a Stick™?
Currently, we are only hiring employees ages 16 years and older.
11. How do we contact you?
The corporate offices for HDOS Enterprises, parent company to Hot Dog on a Stick™ is based in Carlsbad, California. We can be reached at (800)321-8400 or (760)930-0456, or by mail at
5601 Palmer Way, Carlsbad, CA 92010.
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