What standards must fixtures, furnishings, and equipment meet for Churchs Chicken approval?

According to Churchs Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must purchase, install, and use fixtures, furnishings, and equipment that meet the brand's specifications and standards. This includes items like fryers, grills, ovens, warmers, refrigerators, freezers, drive-thru timers, and signs. These items must be approved by Churchs Chicken to ensure they meet the required standards for quality, design, appearance, function, and performance.

This requirement ensures uniformity and consistency across all Churchs Chicken locations, maintaining brand standards and customer expectations. By adhering to these standards, franchisees contribute to the overall brand image and operational efficiency. It also allows Churchs Chicken to maintain quality control over essential restaurant components.

If a franchisee wishes to use a non-approved supplier, they must seek written approval from Churchs Chicken. The approval process may involve inspections of the supplier's facilities and testing of samples, with the franchisee or supplier bearing the costs of inspection and testing. Churchs Chicken may periodically reinspect approved suppliers and can revoke approval if standards are no longer met. This rigorous process ensures that all suppliers meet Churchs Chicken's standards for quality, food safety, and sanitation.