Are employees of a Beyond Juicery Eatery required to become certified food handlers?
Beyond_Juicery_Eatery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Laws exist in every state and most local units of government (cities, townships, villages, counties, etc.) that govern the food service industry including, without limitation, health, sanitation, and safety regulations regarding food storage, preparation and safety. You must comply with these laws, regulations, and local ordinances that apply to restaurant and food service businesses generally, including without limitation, Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Affordable Care Act, Federal Wage and Hour Laws, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Employee Retirement Income Security Act, and the Occupational Safety and Health Act. In addition to laws and regulations that apply to businesses generally, your Restaurant will be subject to various federal, state, and local government regulations, including those relating to site location and building construction, as well as restaurant operations, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act; United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards; truth in menu and labeling laws; storage, preparation, and sale of food and beverage products; and health, sanitation, and safety regulations relating to food service. These laws and regulations may vary significantly from state to state and even from locality to locality. Some local agencies may require that employees who prepare your food products become certified food handlers. In order to obtain certification, your employees may be required to attend instructional courses, pass required tests, and pay a fee. You should check with city, township, and county regulatory agencies to determine if certification will be required of your employees. It is your sole responsibility to obtain, and keep in force, all necessary licenses and permits required by public authorities. The Federal Clean Air Act and various other state laws require certain state and local areas to meet national air quality standards limiting emissions of ozone, carbon monoxide, and particles, including caps on emissions from commercial food preparation. Some state and local governments also regulate indoor air quality, including prohibiting the use of tobacco products in public places. It is your sole responsibility to obtain and keep in force all necessary licenses and permits required by public authorities for the operation of the Restaurant.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 10–13)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beyond Juicery Eatery's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, whether employees need to become certified food handlers depends on local regulations. The FDD states that some local agencies may require employees who prepare food products to become certified food handlers. This certification may involve attending instructional courses, passing tests, and paying a fee. Therefore, it is essential for prospective franchisees to check with city, township, and county regulatory agencies to determine the specific requirements in their area.
This requirement is typical in the food service industry, as local health departments often set specific standards for food safety and handling. These regulations aim to ensure that food is prepared and served safely to protect public health. The costs associated with certification, including fees and training time, would be the responsibility of the franchisee.
Beyond Juicery Eatery franchisees must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and local ordinances related to restaurant and food service businesses. These include health, sanitation, and safety regulations regarding food storage, preparation, and safety. Franchisees are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining all necessary licenses and permits required by public authorities for operating their restaurant. Failing to comply with these regulations can result in fines, penalties, or even the closure of the restaurant.
Given the variability in local requirements, prospective Beyond Juicery Eatery franchisees should proactively contact their local regulatory agencies to understand the specific food handler certification requirements in their area. This due diligence will help ensure compliance and avoid potential operational disruptions or legal issues.