What aspects of food safety are covered in Jersey Mikes training materials?
Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
sole discretion. Such approved list shall be submitted to Franchisee as Franchisor deems advisable.
- 13.6 All sandwiches, menu items, breads, meats, cheeses, ingredients, toppings, spice mixes and other food and beverage products and materials, container, packaging materials, other paper and plastic products, plates, cups, ute nsils, menus, uniforms, forms, cleaning and sa nitation materials and othe r materials and supplies used in the operation of the Franchised Restaurant shall conform to the specifications and quality standards established by Franchisor from time to time. Franchisee may purchase such products which meet Franchisor's specifications and quality standards from Franchisor and its Affiliates if they offer such products, or fr om suppliers approved by Franchisor as meeting its criteria for JERSEY MIKE'S suppliers. If Franchisee proposes to offer for sale at the Franchised Restaurant any brand of product, or to use in the operation of the Franchised Restaurant any brand of food ingredient or other material or supply, which is not then approved by Franchisor as meeting its minimum specifications and quality standards, or to purchase any product from a supplier that is not then designated by Franchisor as an approved supplier, Franchisee shall first notify Franchisor and shall upon request by Franchisor submit samples and such other information as Franchisor requires for examination and/or testing or to otherwise determine whether such product, material or supply, or such proposed supplier, meets its specifications and quality standards. Franchisor will not be obligated to respond to Franchisee's request, and any actions Franchisor takes in response to Franchisee's request will be at Franchisor's discretion, including the assessment of a fee t o compensate Franchisor for the time and resources Franchisor spends in evaluating the proposed product and/or supplier. Franchisor may, with or without cause, revoke Franchisor's approval of any product and/or supplier at any time.
- 13.7 Franchisee agrees that all menu items shall be prepared in accordance with recipes, cooking techniques and processes designated by Franchisor.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Jersey Mikes emphasizes adherence to system standards that include several aspects of food safety. Franchisees must maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the premises and equipment. They are also required to use only approved food and non-food products, recipes, and cooking techniques as specified by Jersey Mikes.
Jersey Mikes provides franchisees with a list of approved manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors, along with approved food and non-food products, recipes, and equipment. Franchisees must adhere to the franchisor's specifications and quality standards for all products used in the restaurant. This includes ingredients, packaging, cleaning, and sanitation materials. If a franchisee wishes to use a non-approved product or supplier, they must first seek approval from Jersey Mikes, which may involve submitting samples for testing and paying a fee for the evaluation.
Jersey Mikes retains the right to inspect the franchised restaurant and advise the franchisee on any issues that are material to the restaurant's operation. Operations assistance may include guidance on the purchase of ingredients and other food and beverage items. The initial training program provided to franchisees also includes a list of specifications, approved manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, approved merchandise, products, materials, and training, all detailed in the manual.