Who is responsible for decisions relating to employees, agents, and independent contractors hired by a Cicis franchisee?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for all decisions relating to employees, agents, and independent contractors that you hire to
assist in the operation of your Restaurant. You agree that any employee, agent or independent contractor that you hire will be your – not our - employee, agent or independent contractor. You also agree that you are exclusively responsible for the terms and conditions of employment of your employees, including recruiting, hiring, firing, training, compensation, work hours and schedules, work assignments, safety and security, discipline, and supervision. You agree to manage the employment functions of your Restaurant in compliance with the Laws.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 64–65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions related to their employees, agents, and independent contractors. This includes all aspects of employment, such as recruiting, hiring, firing, training, compensation, work hours, schedules, assignments, safety, discipline, and supervision. The franchisee is considered the employer, not Cicis, and must manage all employment functions in compliance with the law.
This means that a Cicis franchisee has complete control over their staff but also bears full responsibility for all employment-related legal and financial obligations. They must ensure they comply with all applicable labor laws and regulations, including wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination laws, and workplace safety regulations. Any legal issues or liabilities arising from the employment of staff will be the franchisee's responsibility.
This level of autonomy is typical in franchising, where franchisees are generally considered independent business owners. While Cicis may set certain system standards related to staffing levels and employee qualifications, the franchisee retains the right and sole responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of their restaurant. This includes employee selection and promotion, hours worked, rates of pay and other benefits, work assigned and working conditions.
Prospective Cicis franchisees should carefully consider the responsibilities and potential liabilities associated with being an employer. They may want to consult with legal and human resources professionals to ensure they are prepared to manage their workforce effectively and in compliance with all applicable laws.