For Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchises, what is included in the additional training that the franchisor provides?
Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
Training may include those listed on the attached Appendix A.
2.1 Training Fees. Franchisee shall pay Franchisor the training fees described in the attached Appendix B by the due dates described in that appendix.
using training personnel selected by Franchisor for the period identified in Appendix B. Franchisor will ultimately determine the days and hours of Additional Training based on availability of Franchisor's training personnel and other factors Franchisor deems reasonable. Matters to be included in Additional
- 2.2 Training Costs. In addition to training fees per Section 2.1 above, Franchisee will be responsible for Franchisor's out-of-pocket costs related to the Additional Training, including transportation, meals and lodging for Franchisor's training personnel. Franchisee will reimburse such costs or pay them in advance as Franchisor will determine.
- 2.3 Method of Payment. Franchisee's payment obligations under this Agreement will be made by automatic account withdrawal or other automatic processes or forms of payment that Franchisor specifies, such as check, certified check, money order, credit or debit card, automatic preauthorized payment plan, electronic funds transfer, or payments through the internet, including processes whereby Franchisee authorizes Franchisor to remove the payment directly from Franchisee's bank account.
- 2.4 Late Charges. Late payments under this Agreement will be subject to late charges and interest prescribed by the Franchise Agreement. Such charges and interest will not exceed any limits imposed by applicable laws.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 50–189)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Afuri Ramen Dumpling Franchise Disclosure Document, the specific matters included in the additional training are not detailed in the provided excerpts. However, the FDD does state that training may include items listed in Appendix A. Afuri Ramen Dumpling determines the days and hours of additional training based on the availability of their training personnel and other factors they deem reasonable.
As a franchisee, you are responsible for the training fees outlined in Appendix B, as well as the out-of-pocket costs related to the additional training. These costs include transportation, meals, and lodging for Afuri Ramen Dumpling's training personnel. You will either reimburse these costs or pay them in advance, as determined by Afuri Ramen Dumpling.
Payments for training and other obligations must be made through methods specified by Afuri Ramen Dumpling, such as automatic account withdrawal, check, credit/debit card, or electronic funds transfer. Late payments are subject to late charges and interest as prescribed in the Franchise Agreement, within the limits of applicable laws.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review Appendix A and Appendix B of the FDD to understand the specific topics covered in training and the associated costs. It would be prudent to discuss the scope and content of the additional training with the franchisor to fully understand the investment and time commitment involved.