What is included in 'Supplies & Chemicals' for a Buona restaurant?

According to Buona's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the expense category 'Supplies & Chemicals' includes supplies and chemicals used at Company-Owned Restaurants. This definition applies to both single-brand and dual-brand Buona restaurants.

For a prospective franchisee, understanding what falls under 'Supplies & Chemicals' is important for accurately projecting operating expenses. This line item will cover the costs of cleaning supplies, detergents, and other chemicals necessary for maintaining the restaurant's hygiene and sanitation standards, as well as general supplies needed for day-to-day operations.

It is important to note that the FDD specifies that the financial performance representations are based on affiliate-owned restaurants. While the definition of 'Supplies & Chemicals' is provided, franchisees should still conduct their own due diligence to estimate these costs accurately for their specific location and business volume. This may involve obtaining quotes from suppliers and considering factors such as local market prices and consumption rates.