What covenants must the General Manager sign for a Bb.Q Chicken franchise?

According to Bb.Q Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if you choose to designate a General Manager for your franchise, that individual will be required to sign certain covenants. These covenants are legally binding agreements designed to protect Bb.Q Chicken's interests and ensure the proper operation of the franchise. While Bb.Q Chicken recommends that the franchisee act as the General Manager, it is not required.

Specifically, the General Manager must sign covenants to maintain the confidentiality of information they learn while employed in that role. This is a standard practice in franchising to protect proprietary information, trade secrets, and other sensitive data related to the Bb.Q Chicken system. The General Manager will also be required to sign non-competition covenants. This prevents the General Manager from working for a competing business during their employment and for a certain period after they leave, protecting Bb.Q Chicken from unfair competition.

These requirements ensure that individuals in key management positions are committed to upholding the standards and protecting the interests of the Bb.Q Chicken brand. Prospective franchisees should carefully review these covenants and discuss them with their legal counsel to fully understand their obligations and implications.