3.3 Handbook Not a Contract

This Team Member Handbook is for guidance only. It does not create, and is not intended to create, any express or implied contract of employment, compensation, continued employment, benefits, or any other contractual rights between any team member and THE COMPANY. Employment with THE COMPANY is at-will under Georgia law. This means either you or THE COMPANY may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, for any reason not prohibited by law. 

Nothing in this Handbook—whether written, oral, electronic, or by past practice—alters the at-will nature of employment or creates any promise of continued employment, particular schedule, hours, position, duties, pay, benefits, progressive discipline, or any specific procedure or outcome.

Only a written agreement that (1) expressly states it is an employment contract, (2) specifically states it modifies at-will employment, and (3) is signed by the Owner/Authorized Officer of THE COMPANY (not a manager or supervisor) can alter at-will employment or create contractual obligations. No supervisor, manager, or other representative has authority to make contrary promises or commitments.

THE COMPANY may, in its sole discretion, interpret, modify, suspend, or discontinue any policy, practice, benefit, or provision in this Handbook at any time, with or without prior notice, to the extent permitted by applicable law. If a policy or practice conflicts with applicable law, THE COMPANY will follow the law. If any provision of this Handbook is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force.

Franchise Relationship Notice. This restaurant is independently owned and operated by THE COMPANY, a franchisee of SUBWAY IP LLC / SUBWAY®. SUBWAY® is not your employer and does not control THE COMPANY’s employment decisions, policies, pay, schedules, or working conditions.

This Handbook supersedes all prior handbooks, policies, and statements (written or unwritten) concerning the subjects it addresses, except for any valid written employment contract signed by the Owner of THE COMPANY.