What criteria must Burger King franchisees meet when selecting equipment for their franchised restaurant?
Burger_King Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(1) Only equipment approved by BKC which meets the criteria and performance standards of the BURGER KING System may be used in the Franchised Restaurant. The equipment shall be maintained in a condition that meets operational standards specified in the MOD Manual and, as equipment becomes obsolete or inoperable, Franchisee will replace the equipment with the types and kinds of equipment as are then approved for use in BURGER KING Restaurants. If BKC determines that additional or replacement equipment is needed because of a change in menu items or method of preparation and service or because of health or safety considerations, Franchisee will install the additional equipment or replacement equipment within the reasonable time specified by BKC. Prior to mandating the use of a new or additional piece of equipment, BKC shall use reasonable efforts to field test the proposed new equipment.
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 109–124)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Burger King's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must use equipment that meets specific criteria. Only equipment approved by Burger King Corporation (BKC) that adheres to the criteria and performance standards of the Burger King system is permissible.
Burger King franchisees are responsible for maintaining their equipment in a condition that meets the operational standards outlined in the MOD Manual. As equipment becomes obsolete or inoperable, franchisees must replace it with equipment types and kinds approved for use in Burger King restaurants at that time.
Furthermore, if Burger King determines that additional or replacement equipment is necessary due to changes in menu items, preparation methods, service protocols, or health and safety considerations, the franchisee is obligated to install the required equipment within a reasonable timeframe specified by Burger King. Before mandating new equipment, Burger King will make reasonable efforts to field test it.