Besides the applicant, who else might Carls Jr. require to complete training programs?
Carls_Jr Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 76–364)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carls Jr.'s 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in addition to the applicant, Carls Jr. may require other individuals to complete training programs. Specifically, Carls Jr. may require an employee or employees or other individual or individuals designated by the applicant, and as agreed to and deemed appropriate by Carls Jr. to satisfactorily complete the training programs. These other individuals are referred to as "Other Individuals".
Carls Jr. determines the need for these "Other Individuals" to attend the Training Programs. This determination is based on Carls Jr.'s assessment of the requirements and the roles these individuals will play in the operation of the franchise. The FDD also states that Carls Jr. may terminate the participation of these "Other Individuals" in the Training Programs at any time and without cause.
Prospective franchisees should discuss with Carls Jr. the specific roles that require mandatory training and the criteria used to determine which employees or individuals must complete the programs. Understanding these requirements is essential for budgeting time and resources for training purposes.