Franchise Agreement for Fast Food Restaurant | Canada

Franchise your business model for pizza and pasta restaurants to franchisees under the terms of this Franchise Agreement.

• This template is for Canada and makes references to Canadian franchise laws.
• The franchisee is granted exclusive rights to operate a franchise in the specified territory, using the trade marks and system developed by the franchisor or its subsidiaries.
• The franchisor will develop the restaurant premises on a turnkey basis for the franchisee, at the franchisee's expense.
• The Agreement contains provisions for both a turnkey and non-turnkey store opening.
• The franchisor will offer a pre-opening training program to the franchisee's employees and will continue to provide supervisory assistance, arrangements with suppliers, on-site training, and other operating assistance on an ongoing basis.
• The franchisor offers a group purchasing program to its franchisees which offers rebates and discounts on products and services, wherever available.
• The template includes a Guarantee and a Restaurant Sublease Agreement as schedules to the main Agreement.

This template franchise agreement was developed by a Canadian franchise consultant. Buy and download it for your franchisees.

Lease a restaurant premises in Canada to a tenant with this Restaurant Lease template.

• This is a triple net lease, and the tenant pays all taxes, charges and assessments on the premises, all operating costs, all utilities and services to the premises.
• Parking.The restaurant shares the common parking lot with other businesses in the mall or building.
• Indemnification. The tenant indemnifies the landlord against any claims arising from the tenant's use and occupation of the space.
• Use of Premises. The premises are to be used for the purposes of a restaurant only. This lease can be used for a dine-in or take-out and delivery restaurant. The tenant will have the exclusive right during the lease term to sell specific food items in the building / mall.
• Insurance. The tenant is required to carry comprehensive general liability insurance, all risk insurance, boiler and machinery insurance (if applicable), and business interruption insurance.
• Events of Default. If the tenant becomes bankrupt or insolvent, or if a receiver is appointed, the current month's rent and the next 3 months' rent will become immediately payable, and the landlord has the right to recover possession of the premises.
• Dispute Resolution. The parties agree to binding arbitration in the event of a dispute.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in Canada.

Renew the term of a restaurant or fast food franchise agreement with this Franchise Food Products License.

• The License also renews the franchisee's right to sell food products with the franchised system.
• When signed, the License should be attached as an addendum to the original Franchise Agreement.
• This is a generic legal document which is not specific to any country or region.
• The form is available as a MS Word template. Downloadable and customizable to meet your needs.

Prepare a business plan for a new restaurant with this easy downloadable template.

• The Business Plan can be used by either an existing company to launch a new location or by a start-up business to open its pilot restaurant.
• The sections are pre-filled with general information related to the restaurant industry, and instructions to help guide you through what detailed current information should be added.
• The market analysis and marketing plan section looks at the industry in general, and the local market in particular, including target market sectors and competitors.
• The financial plan section contains pro forma projection templates to cover a 3-year period.
• Whether the purpose of your business plan is to secure financing for a new restaurant or to use as internally as a management tool, it's important to make it complete and accurate. Download this Restaurant Business Plan template and get started.

Restaurant Management Agreement Overview

This document is a fully editable Restaurant Management Agreement, designed to facilitate the hiring of a manager responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a restaurant. The agreement can be easily tailored to meet specific requirements and is available for immediate download in Microsoft Word format.

Manager's Duties

The manager’s core responsibilities include hiring and training all restaurant staff to ensure smooth operations. Additionally, the manager is responsible for creating both food and beverage menus, setting menu pricing, and establishing appropriate dress codes for staff and guests. The manager must also obtain all necessary licenses and permits required to operate the restaurant and ensure that the establishment is maintained and managed in full compliance with the owner’s specified operating standards.

Marketing

The manager is tasked with establishing, overseeing, and supervising all marketing, advertising, and promotional campaigns aimed at supporting and growing the restaurant’s business.

Limitations on Manager's Authority

The manager’s authority is specifically limited in certain areas. The manager is not permitted to enter into any lease or license agreements, nor can the manager incur any financial obligations beyond ordinary trade debt. The manager is also prohibited from acquiring capital assets, borrowing money, or mortgaging or otherwise encumbering the business.

Insurance Requirements

It is the manager’s responsibility to secure and maintain all necessary insurance coverages for the restaurant. This includes, but is not limited to, liability insurance, all-risk coverage, worker’s compensation, disability insurance, and business interruption coverage.

Labor Agreements

All negotiations pertaining to labor union collective bargaining agreements are the sole responsibility of the restaurant owner, not the manager.

Other Terms

The agreement includes detailed provisions governing the termination of the management arrangement, as well as terms regarding the transfer of restaurant operations from the manager to the owner or to a replacement manager, as applicable.

Generic Contract and Customization

This Restaurant Management Agreement is a generic legal document that does not reference the laws of any specific country or jurisdiction. As such, it can be readily customized to address the unique needs and circumstances of any restaurant operation.

Obtaining the Form

The Restaurant Management Agreement will download to your device immediately after purchase and is provided in an editable MS Word format for convenience.