What is the process for a Hck Hot Chicken franchisee to request approval for additional menu items?
Hck_Hot_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
7.8.4 Franchisee is entitled to request that Franchisor approve additional menu items, including food, beverage, and merchandise, to be offered at the Franchised Restaurant.
Franchisee shall submit a variance request, in writing, that Franchisor approves such additional menu items and the Supplier of such items.
Upon receiving the written request, Franchisor shall evaluate the suggested menu items and the Supplier of such items in its sole discretion whether Franchisee shall be permitted to offer such items at the Franchised Restaurant.
Upon receiving written approval by Franchisor, Franchisee may offer such additional menu items, subject to any conditions and/or limitations imposed by Franchisor.
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hck Hot Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee can request approval for additional menu items, including food, beverages, and merchandise, to be offered at their franchised restaurant. To do so, the franchisee must submit a written variance request to Hck Hot Chicken, seeking approval for both the additional menu items and their supplier.
Upon receiving this written request, Hck Hot Chicken will evaluate the suggested menu items and the supplier. The decision to permit the franchisee to offer these items rests solely at Hck Hot Chicken's discretion. This evaluation process allows Hck Hot Chicken to maintain consistency and quality across all franchise locations.
If Hck Hot Chicken provides written approval, the franchisee can then offer the additional menu items. However, this approval may come with specific conditions or limitations imposed by Hck Hot Chicken. This ensures that even with additional items, the franchisee adheres to the brand's standards and operational guidelines.