Under what condition is the Hardees Multi-Unit Development Manager required to complete HR's development training?
Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If Developer is developing Franchised Restaurants in multiple geographic markets, for all markets in which the Development Principal fails to satisfy the requirements of Section 8.F., Developer shall designate and retain an individual to serve as Multi-Unit Development Manager. The Multi-Unit Development Manager shall be under the supervision of the Development Principal. The Multi-Unit Development Manager shall meet all of the following qualifications:
- (3) If requested by HR, the Multi-Unit Development Manager shall successfully complete HR's development training. In addition, the Multi-Unit Development Manager shall successfully complete the FMTP and any additional training required by HR.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 85–541)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hardees' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a Multi-Unit Development Manager is required to complete Hardees' development training if requested by HR. The Multi-Unit Development Manager must also successfully complete the FMTP (Franchise Management Training Program) and any additional training required by HR.
This requirement is part of the qualifications that a Multi-Unit Development Manager must meet when a developer is building franchised restaurants in multiple geographic markets, and the Development Principal does not meet specific requirements. The Multi-Unit Development Manager operates under the supervision of the Development Principal.
This stipulation ensures that Hardees retains control over the training and qualifications of those overseeing the development of multiple franchise locations. A prospective franchisee should confirm the specific content, duration, and costs associated with the development training and FMTP programs.