Does Jersey Mikes provide any material benefits to franchisees, such as renewal options or additional franchises, for purchasing particular products or services from specific suppliers?

According to Jersey Mike's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Jersey Mikes does not provide any material benefits to franchisees, such as renewal options or granting additional franchises, for purchasing particular products or services or using particular suppliers. However, Jersey Mike's does attempt to negotiate group rates for purchases of products and materials with suppliers for the benefit of its franchisees.

Jersey Mike's requires franchisees to purchase certain goods and services from specific vendors to maintain quality and consistency. These required purchases include Pepsi beverages, Frito Lay snack line, private-label meats and cheeses, bread, paper products, and uniforms with the company's trademarked logos. These items are distributed through Sysco Corporation or other distributors used by Jersey Mike's. Franchisees must also use real estate brokers and general contractors approved or designated by Jersey Mike's.

Certain suppliers make payments to Jersey Mike's and its affiliates based on the volume of purchases by all Jersey Mike's Restaurants. For example, Jersey Mike's receives $0.1226 per card transaction from a credit card authorization services supplier, amounting to $16,884,353 in 2024. Jersey Mike's also receives $40 per month per restaurant from a human resources software vendor, totaling $462,320 in 2024, in exchange for providing technology support services. While these payments benefit Jersey Mike's, they do not translate into material benefits for franchisees who purchase from these suppliers.