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description: "Jim Pate\nListing Transaction Agent, Northern California\nJim Pate has a wealth of experience in the foodservice industry. With over 30 years of experience as a chef working at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe and Oregon State University. Jim has ten years of experience as an owner-operator of a successful restaurant he sold in 2016. He also has 15 years of experience as a consultive foodservice representative. Jim has received awards for his extraordinary commitment to excellence by helping restaurant owners solve problems and increase their profits and growth. With his wealth of business knowledge and experience, Jim is looking forward to assisting individuals in realizing their dreams of owning a restaurant.\nAs a listing agent, Jim’s passion and understanding of the business will enable him to assist buyers and seller’s throughout the transaction process.  (2)"
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**Jim Pate:** From Dishwasher → Marine → Chef → Owner → Broker · **40+ years** in the restaurant business | [📞 (916) 250-2012](tel:+19162502012)

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California Restaurant Insights

# California Restaurant *Insights Center*

Articles, sold stories, market intelligence, and SBA guidance — for California restaurant owners thinking about selling, buying, or planning their next chapter.

Jim Pate California Restaurant Exit Specialist

✓40+ Years in California Restaurants ✓Certified Business Broker ✓USMC Veteran

Latest from Jim

## Articles, sold stories, and California restaurant *market insights*

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### [Selling Your Sacramento Restaurant Questions & Answers Seller FAQ | Restaurant Broker Answers](https://www.restaurantdealbrokers.com/insights/selling-your-restaurant-questions-answers)

Selling your restaurant is a complex endevour, and you may have a lot of questions about what to expect. We have compiled some of the most commonly asked ...

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### [How To Evaluate a Restaurant, Bar or Club Business Opportunity?](https://www.restaurantdealbrokers.com/insights/how-to-evaluate-a-restaurant-bar-or-club-business-opportunity)

Part One – Price Valuation

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### Jim Pate Restaurant Deal Brokers™

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