How many individuals are required to attend and successfully complete Del Taco's training programs?

According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a minimum of seven individuals must complete the company's training programs. These individuals are identified as the Franchisee's Operating Principal, one full-time Restaurant Manager, and at least five Shift Managers. These seven individuals are collectively referred to as the "Franchisee's Principal Trainees."

Del Taco emphasizes that the successful completion of these training programs by the franchisee's owners and managers is critical for the proper ownership, operation, and management of the restaurant. This highlights the importance Del Taco places on ensuring that franchisees and their key staff are well-prepared to uphold the brand's standards and operational procedures.

Furthermore, the FDD states that all aspects of the franchised business must be conducted under the management and supervision of the Operating Principal. The daily operations of the restaurant must be supervised under the active full-time management of either the Operating Principal or the Restaurant Manager, both of whom must have successfully completed Del Taco's initial training program. This reinforces the necessity of having trained personnel in key leadership positions within the franchise.

If the Operating Principal or Restaurant Manager leaves their position, the franchisee is required to enroll a qualified replacement in Del Taco's initial training program within 30 days. The replacement must then successfully complete the training program as soon as practical. This requirement ensures that the restaurant always has qualified and trained management, maintaining operational standards and service quality.