What is the monthly F&B POS Support fee for a Crowne Plaza franchise, and how is it calculated?
Crowne_Plaza Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
• Fail third quarter = Assess | Quarterly Assessment appears on invoice (Payable to SCH) | Note 24 |
| TYPE OF FEE | AMOUNT | DUE DATE | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2,500 /standard • Fail fourth quarter = Assess $5,000/standard • Capped at $5,000 per quarter | |||
| Employee Engagement Survey | $7 to $12 per employee each year | Annually (Payable to designated third party provider) | Note 25 |
| F&B |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 31–51)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Crowne Plaza's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to pay a monthly F&B POS (Point of Sale) Support fee. This fee is $45.00 per workstation per month. The payment is made to an approved supplier.
This fee covers the maintenance and support of the F&B POS system, which includes both the cloud environment and the hardware. The FDD indicates that the franchisee must execute an F&B Point of Sale system. While the fee is generally $45.00 per workstation monthly, the exact amount can vary depending on the approved vendor that the franchisee selects.
Prospective Crowne Plaza franchisees should factor this monthly cost into their operating budget. It is important to confirm with the franchisor which vendors are approved and to understand any potential variations in cost based on the chosen vendor and the number of workstations required for the food and beverage operations.