Operations
Supply Chain
The network of suppliers, distributors, and logistics partners that deliver food, packaging, and supplies to restaurant locations.
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Approved Suppliers
Vendors that meet franchisor quality, safety, and pricing standards and are authorized to supply franchisees, often negotiated at the system level.
Food Safety
Protocols and systems ensuring food is handled, stored, prepared, and served safely to prevent foodborne illness, governed by health codes and HACCP.
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