Who determines the vendor for 'other items mutually agreed upon by the parties' for Jersey Mikes?

According to Jersey Mikes's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the vendor for 'other items mutually agreed upon by the parties' is to be determined. This means that the specific vendor for these items is not predetermined by Jersey Mikes in the FDD. Instead, the selection of the vendor will be a mutual decision between Jersey Mikes and the franchisee.

This arrangement provides some flexibility for franchisees to potentially source items from vendors that best suit their needs or preferences, as long as Jersey Mikes agrees. However, it also implies that franchisees will need to actively participate in the vendor selection process and come to an agreement with Jersey Mikes, which may require negotiation and compromise.

It is important for prospective Jersey Mikes franchisees to understand the criteria and process that Jersey Mikes uses to evaluate and approve vendors for these 'other items.' Franchisees should inquire about the types of items that fall into this category and the factors that will influence Jersey Mikes's decision-making in approving a vendor. This will help franchisees anticipate potential challenges or limitations in sourcing these items and ensure they can maintain the quality and standards expected by Jersey Mikes.