What must a supplier sign before Jack In The Box issues its specifications for evaluation?

According to Jack In The Box's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee asks Jack In The Box to evaluate a supplier for possible approval, Jack In The Box may issue its specifications to the supplier. However, before Jack In The Box releases these specifications, the supplier must first sign Jack In The Box's confidentiality agreement and General Manufacturing Requirements document. This requirement ensures that the supplier is bound by the company's standards and protects Jack In The Box's proprietary information.

This process is in place to maintain the quality and consistency of products used in Jack In The Box restaurants. By requiring suppliers to adhere to a confidentiality agreement and General Manufacturing Requirements, Jack In The Box aims to control the standards and specifications of goods and services used by franchisees. This helps protect the brand's reputation and ensures that all restaurants meet the company's operational standards.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that if they wish to propose a new supplier, they must first ensure that the supplier is willing to sign these documents. This requirement adds a layer of complexity to the supplier approval process, as the supplier must agree to Jack In The Box's terms before their products can even be evaluated. Franchisees should be aware of this requirement and factor it into their timeline when seeking approval for new suppliers.