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What are the specific usage guidelines for baked cookies at Jersey Mikes?

Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

, fixtures, or signs of the Franchised Restaurant without the prior written approval by Franchisor.

  • 13.4 The Premises shall be used solely for the purpose of operating a JERS EY MIKE'S Franchised Restaurant consistent with this Agreement. Franchisee agrees that it will offer for sale and sell at the Franchised Restaurant all types of sandwiches and other categories of food products and services that Franchisor from time to time authorizes and that it will not offer for sale or sell at the Franchised Restaurant any other c ategory of products or use such Premises for any purpose other than the operation of the Franchised Restaurant in full compliance with this Agreement.
  • 13.5 Franchisor may provide to Franchisee, a list of approved manufacturers, suppliers and distributors and approved food and non-food products, recipes, fixtures, equipment, signs, stationery, supplies and services which Franchisor has approved to be carried or used in JERSEY MIKE'S System.

Franchisor may revise the approved list of manufacturers, suppliers and distributors and the approved list of food and non-food products, recipes, fixtures, equipment, signs, stationery, supplies and other materials from time to time in its 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. Franchisee acknowledges that such recipes, cooking techniques and processes are integral to the System and failure to adhere to such recipes, cooking techniques and processes shall be detrimental to the System and the Marks.
  • 13.8 Franchisee agrees to fully comply with all System Standards, including without limitation, all System Standards relating to:
    • a. The safety and maintena nce, cleanliness, sanitation , function and a ppearance of the Premises and its equ ipment, fixtures, decor and signs and maintena nce and service agreements;
    • b. Training, dress, general appearance and demeanor of Franchised Restaurant employees;
    • c.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Jersey Mikes franchisees must adhere to specific guidelines regarding all food products, including baked cookies. Franchisees are required to offer for sale only those food products that Jersey Mikes authorizes. They must also adhere to the franchisor's standards and specifications for all menu items, ingredients, and supplies. This includes purchasing products that meet Jersey Mike's quality standards from either Jersey Mikes and its affiliates or from approved suppliers.

If a franchisee wishes to introduce a new brand of product, ingredient, or supplier not already approved by Jersey Mikes, they must first notify Jersey Mikes and submit samples and information for evaluation. Jersey Mikes has the discretion to either approve or reject the request, and may charge a fee for the evaluation process. Furthermore, Jersey Mikes retains the right to revoke approval of any product or supplier at any time.

Jersey Mikes also provides an initial list of approved merchandise, products, materials, and training in the Manual, which is provided during the initial training program. Franchisees are expected to comply with all system standards, including those related to the maintenance, cleanliness, and appearance of the premises and equipment. These standards ensure consistency and quality across all Jersey Mikes locations, protecting the brand's reputation and customer experience.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.