What sections in the Del Taco Franchise Agreement cover the owner's participation, management, and staffing obligations?

According to Del Taco's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 9 outlines the franchisee's obligations, including where these obligations are detailed in the Franchise Agreement (FA) or Development Agreement (DA). Specifically, the sections in the Franchise Agreement that address the owner's participation, management, and staffing are FA – 5.4, 5.6 and 5.27. The corresponding sections in the Development Agreement are DA – 12. These obligations are further discussed in Items 11 and 15 of the disclosure document.

For a prospective Del Taco franchisee, this means that Sections 5.4, 5.6, and 5.27 of the Franchise Agreement, along with Section 12 of the Development Agreement, are crucial for understanding the extent of their required involvement in the day-to-day operations, management responsibilities, and staffing requirements of the franchise. It is important to carefully review these sections to fully grasp the level of personal involvement expected by Del Taco.

Understanding these obligations is critical for a potential franchisee to assess whether they have the time, resources, and skills necessary to meet Del Taco's expectations. It also helps in determining the appropriate staffing levels and management structure needed to operate the franchise successfully. Reviewing Items 11 and 15 of the FDD will provide additional context and details related to these obligations.