Who is responsible for the expenses incurred to participate in the initial Afuri Ramen Dumpling training?

According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for all expenses incurred to participate in the initial training. While the initial training itself is included in the initial franchise fee, the franchisee must cover all costs for themselves and their employees. These costs include wages, benefits, and any other expenses incurred during the training period.

This means that prospective Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchisees need to budget not only for the initial franchise fee but also for the additional costs of training themselves and their staff. These costs can include travel, accommodation, and lost wages for the time spent in training. Franchisees will not receive any compensation for services rendered by the trainee during the initial training or any other training.

If a franchisee desires to have more than three individuals receive initial training, Afuri Ramen Dumpling may accommodate these additional individuals at their convenience. However, Afuri Ramen Dumpling reserves the right to charge a reasonable fee for providing training to these extra individuals, adding another potential expense for the franchisee to consider. This is a fairly standard practice in the franchise industry, as franchisors typically cover the direct cost of the training program itself but pass on the logistical expenses to the franchisee.