Is a Southern Steer franchisee required to maintain sufficient inventories?

According to the 2025 Southern Steer Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to maintain sufficient inventories. Specifically, Southern Steer franchisees must maintain sufficient inventories of food, beverages, and products to realize the full potential of their business. They must also adhere to all customer service standards prescribed by Southern Steer.

This requirement ensures that Southern Steer franchisees can meet customer demand and maintain the brand's reputation for quality and service. By having adequate stock, franchisees can avoid stockouts, which can lead to lost sales and dissatisfied customers. This also helps in maximizing the potential revenue of the Southern Steer Business.

Furthermore, Southern Steer retains control over the products that franchisees can sell, specifying that franchisees must only sell foods, beverages, and products that are approved in writing or in the Brand Manual. Southern Steer also requires franchisees to offer and sell all required items specified in writing or in the Brand Manual. This control ensures consistency across all franchise locations and helps maintain brand standards. Franchisees need to stay updated with any modifications to the list of required products and customer service standards to remain compliant with the franchise agreement.