What are Jersey Mikes' material obligations under the terms of a single-unit franchise agreement?
Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
g; all of which may be changed, improved and further developed by Franchisor from time to time; and
Franchisor is the owner of all right, title and interest together with all the goodwill connected therewith in and to the trade names, service marks and trademarks "JERSEY MIKE'S", "JERSEY MIKE'S ESTABLISHED IN '56 PT. PLEASANT, plus the design", "MIKE'S, plus the design", associated logos, commercial symbols, and such other trade names, service marks, and trademarks as are now designated (and may be designated by Franchisor in writing in the future) as part of the System (referred to as "Marks"), and Franchisor continues to develop, use and control such Marks for the benefit and use of itself and its franchisees in order to identify for the public the source of products and services marketed thereunder and to represent the System's high standards of operations, quality, food products, appearance, and service; and
Franchisee desires to operate a JE RSEY MIKE'S Restaurant ("Restaurant") under Franchisor's System and wishes to obtain a franchise from Franchisor for that purpose, as well as to receive the training and other assistance provided by Franchisor in connection therewith; and
Franchisee understands and acknowledges the importance of Franchisor's standards of quality and service and the necessity of operating the JERSEY MIKE'S Restaurant in conformity with Franchisor's standards and specifications; and
Franchisor expressly disclaims the making of and Franchisee acknowledges that it has not received or relied upon, any warranty or guaranty, expressed or implied, as to the revenues, profits or success of the business venture contemplated by this Agreement. Franchisee acknowledges that it has read and understands this Agreement and Franchisor's Disclosure Document, and that no representations have been made by Franchisor, or its officers, directors, shareholders, employees or agents that are contrary to the statements made in Franchisor's Disclosure Document, or to the terms of this Agreement,
In consideration of the mutual rights and obligations contained in this Agreement, Franchisor and Franchisee agree as follows:
1. APPOINTMENT AND FRANCHISE FEE
1.1 Franchisor hereby grants to Fr anchisee, upon the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the right , franchise and privilege t o use the Marks, and to operate a JERSEY MIKE'S Restaurant (sometimes referred to as "Franchised Restaurant" or "the Restaurant") using the System, only at the location identified on the Summary Pages. If the Restaurant Location has not been identified on the Summary Pages, Franchisee will find an acceptable location for the Restaurant within the search area identified in Exhibit B-1 of this Agreement (the, "Search Area"). The Search Area has been identified for the sole purpose of facilitating the orderly development of the market, and not for purposes of granting Franchisee any exclusivity or protection within the Search Area. Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that Franchisor does not guarantee that Franchisee will find an acceptable site within the Search Area description set forth on Exhibit B-1 and that the Search Area is subject to change upon mutual agreement by Franchisor and Franchisee.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Jersey Mike's, as the Franchisor, has several obligations to its franchisees. Jersey Mike's owns the rights and goodwill to the "JERSEY MIKE'S" trademarks and related logos, and they must continue to develop, use, and control these marks for the benefit of themselves and their franchisees. This ensures consistent branding and quality across all franchise locations. Jersey Mike's will provide training and assistance to the franchisee to help them operate the restaurant according to the Jersey Mike's system.
Jersey Mike's may provide a list of approved manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors, as well as approved food and non-food products, recipes, fixtures, equipment, signs, stationery, supplies, and services. This list can be revised at Jersey Mike's discretion. This ensures that franchisees maintain the quality and standards of the Jersey Mike's brand by using approved products and suppliers.
Additionally, if a franchisee needs to transfer their franchise agreement, Jersey Mike's will review the qualifications of the proposed transferee. The transferee must complete the required training program, demonstrate the necessary skills and resources, and meet Jersey Mike's approval. Upon approval of the transfer, Jersey Mike's receives a transfer fee of $5,000 for each Franchise Agreement transferred. This process helps maintain the integrity of the franchise system by ensuring that new franchisees are well-qualified and capable of operating a Jersey Mike's restaurant successfully.