For Afuri Ramen Dumpling, who does the initial training program cover?

According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program is included in the Initial Franchise Fee for the owners, General Manager, Kitchen Manager, Bar Manager, and Commissary Manager. However, franchisees are responsible for covering their own expenses associated with the training, such as transportation, meals, and lodging.

For a prospective Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchisee, this means that while the cost of the training program itself is covered by the initial franchise fee, they should budget for out-of-pocket expenses for themselves and their management team to attend the training. The FDD estimates these out-of-pocket expenses to be between $6,000 and $10,000. These costs can vary depending on the distance traveled and the duration of the training.

It is important to note that Afuri Ramen Dumpling will have no obligation to provide initial training at their expense except for the first franchise. If a franchisee purchases multiple franchises, they will be responsible for the training expenses for each additional franchise. Franchisees should carefully consider these costs when evaluating the overall investment required to start an Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchise.