Does the Crepe De Licious franchise agreement specify any deadlines related to the Manager's role?
Crepe_De_Licious Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
"Prohibited Activities" means any or all of the following: (i) owning, operating, or having any other interest (as an owner, partner, director, officer, employee, manager, consultant, shareholder, creditor, representative, agent, or in any similar capacity) in a Competitive Business (other than owning an interest of five percent (5%) or less in a publicly-traded company that is a Competitive Business); and/or (ii) diverting or attempting to divert any business from us (or one of our affiliates or franchisees).
"Restricted Period" means the two-year period after you cease to be a manager or officer of Franchisee's Crepe de licious business; provided, however, that if a court of competent jurisdiction determines that this period of time is too long to be enforceable, then the "Restricted Period" means the 12 month period after you cease to be a manager or officer of Franchisee's Crepe de licious business.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Crepe De Licious Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) does not explicitly state any specific deadlines related to the manager's role within the franchise agreement. However, the FDD does define certain terms relevant to a manager's responsibilities and restrictions. For instance, it defines a 'Restricted Period' which applies to a manager or officer after they cease their role with the franchisee's Crepe De Licious business. This period is generally two years, but could be reduced to 12 months if a court deems the initial period unenforceable.
Additionally, the FDD outlines 'Prohibited Activities' that a manager must avoid, such as owning or operating a competitive business or diverting business away from Crepe De Licious. These restrictions are in place to protect the Crepe De Licious system and brand. The 'System Protection Agreement' further details these obligations and is entered into by the manager in favor of Crepe Delicious Holding USA, Inc.
While the FDD does not specify deadlines for the manager's day-to-day tasks, it does emphasize the importance of training. If a transfer of the franchise occurs, the new transferee's designated manager must complete the initial training to Crepe De Licious's satisfaction. Prospective franchisees should inquire directly with Crepe De Licious about any implicit deadlines or performance expectations for managers during the operation of the franchise, as these details may be covered in the operations manual or during training.