What are the requirements for a 'Designated Manager' at a Dq Treat franchise?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
em. Confidential Information does not include information, processes or techniques that are generally known to the public, other than through disclosure (whether deliberate or inadvertent) by Licensee or other individuals under an obligation to keep the information confidential.
- 16.8 Controlling Owner means the Owner who actively directs Licensee's business affairs relating to the Restaurant and is responsible for overseeing the general management of the day-to-day operations of the Restaurant.
- 16.9 Designated Manager means an individual who personally invests his or her full time and attention and devotes his or her best efforts to the on-premises general management of the day-to-day operations of the Restaurant, meets Company's prior restaurant or retail management experience requirements, and does not participate in the active operation or management of any business other than the Restaurant.
Source: Item 17 — The following paragraph is added to the end of Item 17 of the Disclosure Document: (FDD pages 70–378)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Dq Treat FDD, a Designated Manager must meet specific criteria to oversee the restaurant's operations. The Designated Manager is required to personally invest their full time and attention and devote their best efforts to the on-premises general management of the day-to-day operations of the Restaurant. They must also meet Dq Treat's prior restaurant or retail management experience requirements.
Furthermore, the Designated Manager cannot participate in the active operation or management of any business other than the Dq Treat restaurant. This ensures their complete focus and dedication to the franchise.
In addition to these requirements, the Licensee must ensure that the Designated Manager has successfully completed all training required by Dq Treat before starting any management duties. Any new or replacement Designated Manager must also meet the company's current training requirements for Dq Treat restaurant managers. This rigorous set of requirements ensures that the Designated Manager is well-prepared and fully committed to the success of the Dq Treat franchise.