Does Bang Cookies require franchisees to advertise open positions?
Bang_Cookies Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
sor, in Franchisor's discretion and Reasonable Business Judgment, may require that the deficiency be added as additional local marketing expenditures, over and above 2% of Franchisee's Gross Sales, that Franchisee must spend within the immediately succeeding quarterly period or periods, as directed by Franchisor, or, at Franchisor's discretion, be contributed to a Brand Development Fund. All marketing of the Franchised Business by Franchisee must be pre-approved, in writing by Franchisor.
Franchisor reserves the right to reject any and all marketing efforts requested by Franchisee and to prescribe all marketing, marketing media, marketing channels, promotions, copy, creative, and messaging that Franchisee may or may not use in Franchisee's marketing of the Franchised Business.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 56–245)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
Based on the 2024 Bang Cookies Franchise Disclosure Document, it is not explicitly stated whether franchisees are required to advertise open positions. However, the FDD does discuss marketing and advertising requirements for franchisees.
Bang Cookies franchisees are required to adhere to the franchisor's marketing standards and specifications. The franchisor retains the right to approve or reject any marketing efforts initiated by the franchisee. Franchisees must also submit their grand opening marketing plan to Bang Cookies for review and approval, and spend at least $10,000 on marketing and promoting the grand opening, according to the franchisor's standards.
While the FDD outlines various marketing obligations, it does not specifically address whether franchisees must advertise job openings. A prospective franchisee should clarify with Bang Cookies whether there are any requirements or recommendations regarding advertising for open positions within their franchise location.