Is Warface Marinades LLC the only approved supplier of marinades for a Southern Steer franchise?

According to Southern Steer's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Warface Marinades LLC is one of the approved suppliers for marinades, but it is not the only approved supplier. This means that franchisees are not restricted to purchasing marinades exclusively from Warface Marinades LLC and have the option to choose from other suppliers approved by Southern Steer.

Southern Steer requires franchisees to purchase goods, services, supplies, and food products from approved vendors who meet the franchisor's standards. If a franchisee wishes to use a supplier not already approved, they must seek written approval from Southern Steer. This process involves submitting samples, specifications, and information about the supplier, and potentially covering the costs of inspections and evaluations. Southern Steer has the right to inspect the supplier's facilities and can revoke approval if the supplier fails to meet the brand's standards.

Southern Steer may modify its supplier standards at any time and will provide franchisees with updated standards upon written request. While there are name-brand goods, supplies, and services that franchisees must purchase from approved distributors to ensure uniformity and quality, Southern Steer will provide a written list of these items and notify franchisees of any changes. This system allows Southern Steer to maintain quality control and uniformity across all franchise locations while providing some flexibility in sourcing supplies.