If a Hardees Multi-Unit Manager no longer qualifies, how long does the franchisee have to designate another qualified person?
Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If the Multi-Unit Manager no longer qualifies as such, Franchisee shall designate another qualified person to act as Multi-Unit Manager within 30 days after the date the prior Multi-Unit Manager ceases to be qualified. Franchisee's designee to become the Multi-Unit Manager must successfully complete the FMTP and any additional training required by HR.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 85)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hardees' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a Multi-Unit Manager no longer meets the required qualifications, the franchisee has 30 days to designate another qualified individual for the role. This replacement must also successfully complete the Franchise Management Training Program (FMTP) and any additional training that Hardees requires.
This requirement ensures that Hardees restaurants maintain consistent operational standards and qualified management across all franchised locations. The 30-day window provides a limited timeframe for franchisees to address any lapse in qualified management, emphasizing the importance of proactive succession planning and ongoing training.
The need for a Multi-Unit Manager arises when a franchisee operates restaurants in multiple geographic markets and the Operating Principal does not meet specific requirements outlined in Section 18.G of the franchise agreement. This stipulation underscores Hardees' focus on maintaining standards and oversight, particularly in multi-unit operations. Franchisees should be aware of these requirements and have plans in place to quickly address any management qualification gaps to avoid potential operational disruptions or non-compliance issues.