What health and safety regulations must I follow for my Beverly Anns Cookie business regarding customers?
Beverly_Anns_Cookie Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Many local or state jurisdictions require food service permits for those preparing, handling and serving food to the public. You and your employees may be required to pass a test or other certification process to obtain these permits. There may also be local ordinances and regulations governing food storage, preparation and serving. The operation of your Beverly Ann's Business, including maintenance of the equipment, conduct and appearance of personnel, and the preparation and sale of products from your Beverly Ann's Business may be regulated by various governmental and municipal laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances that you must follow. If any product dispensed at your Beverly Ann's Business is in violation of any applicable law or regulations, or if the food items, premises, equipment, personnel or operation of the Beverly Ann's Business pose a health risk to the public, the applicable governing authorities or agencies may require you to immediately close your Beverly Ann's Business, terminate selling operations, destroy all contaminated products, eliminate the source of contamination, and remedy all unsanitary conditions present. These governing authorities or agencies may require that you undergo and pass inspection(s) before you reopen for business.
Any person who drives your GRM/GRT must have a valid driver's license and each of your GRMs or GRTs must be properly licensed and registered. The requirements for these licenses may vary, depending on your location. If we require safety additions to your GRM, GRT or any Additional Equipment or if your GRM/GRT is subject to a manufacturer's vehicle safety recall, you must immediately perform the required repairs, changes, maintenance and/or inspections before using your GRM, GRT or any Additional Equipment in the operation of your Beverly Ann's Business.
You should consult with a legal advisor about whether these and/or other requirements apply to your Beverly Ann's Business. Failing to comply with laws and regulations is a material breach of the Franchise Agreement.
ITEM 2 BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
Chief Executive Officer, President, Secretary and Board Member: Tony Lamb
Mr. Lamb serves as our Chief Executive Officer, President and Secretary, and also serves as a member of our Board of Directors in Florence, Kentucky and has done so since our inception in August 2024. Mr. Lamb serves as the Chief Executive Officer, President and Secretary, and also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Kona Franchisor Affiliate in Florence, Kentucky and has done so since its inception in February 2008. Mr. Lamb serves as the Chief Executive Officer, President and Secretary, and also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Coffee Franchisor Affiliate in Florence, Kentucky and has done so since its inception in January 2021.
Board Member: Matthew Perelman
Mr. Perelman serves as a member of our Board of Directors in Florence, Kentucky and has done so since our inception in August 2024. Mr. Perelman also serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Kona Franchisor Affiliate in Florence, Kentucky and has done so since July 2019. Mr.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–11)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beverly Anns Cookie Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must adhere to various health and safety regulations to protect their customers. These regulations are mandated by state and local jurisdictions and cover a wide array of aspects related to food service. Franchisees might need to secure food service permits, which may require them and their employees to pass tests or certification processes. Additionally, local ordinances dictate how food should be stored, prepared, and served, ensuring that all processes meet the required health standards.
The operation of a Beverly Ann's Cookie business is subject to governmental and municipal laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances. These cover equipment maintenance, personnel conduct and appearance, and product preparation and sale. Failure to comply with these regulations can lead to serious repercussions. If any product violates applicable laws, or if the business's food items, premises, equipment, personnel, or operations pose a health risk, governing authorities can demand immediate closure, cessation of sales, destruction of contaminated products, elimination of contamination sources, and remediation of unsanitary conditions. The business may also be required to pass inspections before reopening.
Furthermore, franchisees must be aware of industry-specific laws at the state and local levels. These laws cover standards for the construction, design, and maintenance of the GRM/GRT (mobile units) and any additional equipment. They also regulate matters affecting customer health, safety, and welfare, including general health and sanitation requirements, employee practices for food storage, handling, and preparation, and specific licensing requirements for health, food service, and frozen dessert and drink machines. Other regulations may include restrictions on smoking, requirements for public accommodations like restrooms, and standards for employee health and safety, fire safety, and waste disposal. Franchisees are also responsible for adhering to advertising standards, including those related to health and nutrient claims, and for properly handling employee tax withholdings and tip reporting. A food handler's license and possibly a hawkers or peddlers license may also be required.