For Carls franchisees in California, where are the specific training requirements detailed?
Carls Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
The following information applies to franchises and franchisees subject to the California Franchise Investment Act.
H. Under California AB 1228, you must comply with the minimum wage standards for your employees beginning April 1, 2024. You must also adhere to certain working conditions, including health and safety standards and training, as set forth in the Operations Manual. Failure to comply could lead to violation of the law and possible fines and lawsuits brought by your employees.
B. Before CJR will consider offering Applicant a franchise opportunity, Applicant must attend a meeting at CJR's offices and at a Carl's Jr. during which Applicant will have the opportunity to meet with, and be evaluated by, various CJR personnel ("Discovery Day"). In addition, CJR may require that Applicant, and/or an employee or employees or other individual or individuals designated by Applicant, and as agreed to and deemed appropriate by CJR ("Other Individuals"), each satisfactorily complete other training programs (collectively "Training Programs"), depending on CJR's determination of the need of those attending the Training Programs.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 80–480)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Carls Franchise Disclosure Document, additional disclosures required for California franchisees mention that franchisees must adhere to certain working conditions, including health and safety standards and training, as set forth in the Operations Manual.
Carls may also require that the applicant, an employee, or other individuals designated by the applicant satisfactorily complete other training programs, depending on Carls' determination of the need of those attending the Training Programs. This may occur before Carls will consider offering a franchise opportunity.
Prospective franchisees in California should review the Operations Manual carefully to understand the full scope of required training and compliance measures. They should also inquire with Carls about the specifics of any additional training programs that may be required.