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What standards and specifications must a Cilantro Taco Grill franchisee adhere to when operating the franchised business?

Cilantro_Taco_Grill Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

tes must maintain the industry certifications related to the offer and sale of alcohol beverages Franchisor designates at its expense;

  • 12.1.6 Employ only qualified individuals who are trained in accordance with Franchisor's standards, including but not limited to the protection of Franchisor's confidential and proprietary information, and who will at all times enhance Franchisor's brand and conduct themselves in a competent and courteous manner in accordance with this Agreement and the image and reputation of the System. Franchisee shall use its best efforts to ensure that Franchisee's employees maintain a neat and clean appearance, in accordance with the dress code outlined in the Manual, and render competent and courteous service to patrons of the Franchised Business. Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that poorly trained employees, sloppy or unclean appearances and incompetent or discourteous service are extremely damaging to the goodwill of the System and the Marks and are a material default of this Agreement;
  • 12.1.7 Permit Franchisor or its agents, to inspect the Franchised Business location and any services, products or equipment, to determine whether they meet Franchisor's then-current standards, specifications and requirements. In addition to any other remedies Franchisor may have, Franchisee shall reimburse Franchisor for Franchisor's inspection costs of any item that does not conform to the System standards and specifications;
  • 12.1.8 Prominently display signs in and upon the Franchised Business location using the Marks and/or other advertising and/or signs of such nature, form, color, number, location and size, and containing such material, as Franchisor may from time to time reasonably direct or approve in writing; and to not display in or upon the Franchised Business location or elsewhere any sign or advertising media or interior décor of any kind to which Franchisor

reasonably objects, including signs, advertising media or interior décor which are outdated. Upon giving Franchisee notice of its objection to same or upon termination hereof, Franchisor may at any time enter upon the Franchised Business location or elsewhere and remove any objectionable or non-approved signs, advertising media or interior décor and keep or destroy same without paying therefor or without being deemed guilty of trespass or any other tort;

  • 12.1.9 Conduct all advertising programs in a manner consistent with Franchisor's standards and specifications, in a manner satisfactory to Franchisor and that will not detract from the reputation of the System or the Marks;
  • 12.1.10 Accept and honor all loyalty cards, promotional coupons, or other System-wide offers, on a uniform basis, as accepted by other franchisees in the System. Franchisee agrees to sell or otherwise issue gift cards or certificates (together "Gift Cards") that have been prepared utilizing the standard form of Gift Card provided or designated by Franchisor, including applications, and only in the manner specified by Franchisor in the Manuals or otherwise in writing.
  • 12.1.11 Participate in an online ordering program, whereby customers are able to submit food orders through an application or Internet. Franchisee agrees to pay any then-current fees to Franchisor or it's approved suppliers for participation in the online ordering program.
  • 12.1.12 With Franchisor's prior written authorization, Franchise may offer catering and delivery services in the Territory after the Franchised Business has been in operation a minimum of three (3) months. Franchisor reserves the right to rescind their approval at their sole discretion, by written notification.

12.2 Bookkeeping and Reports.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 52–208)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to the 2024 Cilantro Taco Grill FDD, franchisees must adhere to specific standards and specifications to maintain the brand's reputation and operational consistency. Franchisees are required to operate all aspects of their franchised business in accordance with the Confidential Operations Manual, which Cilantro Taco Grill may modify periodically. These written directives and materials are considered confidential, and franchisees must ensure their employees are trained and compliant with the restrictions outlined for using the franchisor's intellectual property. The manual may be in hard copy or available digitally, and the franchisee bears the costs to access it if it is not a physical copy.

Cilantro Taco Grill provides franchisees with criteria and specifications for the outlet's construction, including requirements for food storage, preparation, waste removal, and ventilation systems. Franchisees are responsible for incorporating these specifications into the construction of their franchised business. Additionally, Cilantro Taco Grill will provide a list of required and recommended equipment, fixtures, furnishings, signage, supplies, and products needed to open the restaurant. Franchisees must also use only qualified individuals trained per Cilantro Taco Grill's standards, ensuring they protect confidential information and enhance the brand's image through competent and courteous service.

To ensure compliance, Cilantro Taco Grill or its agents can inspect the franchised business location, services, products, and equipment to determine if they meet the franchisor's standards. If any item fails to conform to these standards, the franchisee is responsible for reimbursing Cilantro Taco Grill for the inspection costs. Franchisees must also ensure their employees maintain a neat and clean appearance according to the dress code outlined in the manual and provide competent and courteous service. Poorly trained employees, unclean appearances, or discourteous service are considered significantly damaging to the goodwill of the Cilantro Taco Grill system and are a material default of the franchise agreement.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.