In the receipt, what roles are specified for the franchisee side when signing the Crave franchise agreement?
Crave Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WHEREAS, Franchisee desires to enter into a franchise agreement with Franchisor for a Crave business ("Franchise Agreement") which will allow Franchisee to conduct internet-based advertising, maintain social media accounts, software accounts, and use telephone listings linked to the Crave brand.
WHEREAS, Franchisor would not enter into the Franchise Agreement without Franchisee's agreement to enter into, comply with, and be bound by all the terms and provisions of this Agreement;
CRAVE Franchising, LLC ("Franchisor") and ("Franchisee") are parties , to for a the Franchise operation Agreement of dated a Crave restaurant at (the "Franchised Business"). In accordance with Article 2 of the Franchise Agreement, Franchisee certifies to Franchisor that, to the best of Franchisee's knowledge, the Franchised Business and its adjacent areas comply with all applicable federal, state and local accessibility laws, statutes, codes, rules, regulations and standards, including but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Franchisee acknowledges that it is an independent licensee and the requirement of this certification by Franchisee does not constitute ownership, control, leasing or operation of the Franchised Business. Franchisee acknowledges that Franchisee has relied on the information contained in this certification. Furthermore, Franchisee acknowledge its obligation under this Franchise Agreement directors, to and indemnify employees of and the in officers, connection with any and all claims, losses, costs, expenses, liabilities, compliance costs, and damages incurred by the indemnified party(ies) as a result of any matters associated with Franchisee's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as the costs, including attorneys' fees, related to the same.
Franchisee shall provide Franchisor with copies of all maintenance and repair records and invoices upon request;
- (ii) maintain the exterior of the Food Truck in clean and good appearance.
Franchisee shall promptly repair all scratches and dents and shall have the Food Truck professionally washed no less than one (1) time per week; and
- (iii) file all required state registration and inspection reports for the Food Truck.
Franchisee shall submit the Food Truck for annual vehicle inspection, as required by state law, and submit such reports to Franchisor.
Franchisee shall pay all registration and inspections fees.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 63–253)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crave's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is identified as a party entering into a franchise agreement with Crave to operate a Crave business. The franchisee is responsible for conducting internet-based advertising, maintaining social media and software accounts, and using telephone listings linked to the Crave brand. The franchisee's agreement to comply with all terms and provisions is essential for Crave to enter into the Franchise Agreement.
Additionally, the franchisee certifies compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act for the franchised business and its adjacent areas. The franchisee acknowledges their role as an independent licensee and is obligated to indemnify Crave against any claims, losses, or expenses related to their compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Furthermore, if the franchisee operates from a food truck, they are responsible for maintaining the food truck's exterior in good condition, promptly repairing any damage, and ensuring it is professionally washed regularly. The franchisee must also file all required state registration and inspection reports for the food truck, as well as pay all associated registration and inspection fees. These stipulations ensure the franchisee maintains brand standards and complies with legal requirements.