What is a 7 Brew franchisee required to do if deficiencies are noted during an evaluation?
7_Brew Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We may periodically and without prior notice review the Store's performance to determine if the Store meets Brand Standards. If we determine that the Store is not operating according to Brand Standards, we may, in addition to our other rights under this Agreement, require the Store's managers to re-attend, and complete to our satisfaction, Initial Training. You are responsible for all compensation and TRE of your personnel.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 82–83)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to 7 Brew's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, 7 Brew may periodically review a store's performance to determine if it meets brand standards. If 7 Brew determines that a store isn't operating according to brand standards, they may require the store's managers to re-attend and complete initial training to 7 Brew's satisfaction. The franchisee is responsible for all compensation and travel and lodging expenses for their personnel to complete this training.
This means that if a 7 Brew location fails to meet the franchisor's standards during an evaluation, the franchisee must send their managers back to initial training. This could involve significant costs for the franchisee, including the managers' salaries during the training period, as well as travel, lodging, and other expenses (TRE).
This requirement underscores the importance of maintaining brand standards and operating procedures at all 7 Brew locations. It also highlights the potential financial burden on franchisees to correct any deficiencies identified during performance reviews. Franchisees should ensure their managers are well-trained and consistently adhere to 7 Brew's standards to avoid the need for re-training and associated costs.