Is Chesters required to disclose the contents of proprietary seasonings purchased from approved suppliers?

According to Chesters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Chesters is not required to disclose the contents of proprietary seasonings, ingredients, and mixes purchased from designated or approved suppliers. The FDD states that while Chesters will disclose proprietary recipes and preparation methods necessary to operate the restaurant, it does not need to disclose the contents of proprietary seasonings, ingredients and mixes purchased from approved suppliers.

This means that as a Chesters franchisee, you will be required to use specific proprietary seasonings and mixes from approved suppliers, but you will not be given the exact recipes or formulas for these items. This is a common practice in franchising, as it protects the franchisor's trade secrets and ensures consistency across all franchise locations.

While you won't know the exact formulas, Chesters does specify that standards and specifications for other food and paper products are available for specific products upon a franchisee's written request. Chesters determines these standards and specifications to assure the desired quality of ingredients, size, flavor, and appearance. As a franchisee, you are obligated to maintain these standards and specifications, and Chesters has the right to inspect your restaurant and remove samples to ensure compliance.