What is the total number of classroom training hours provided by Afuri Ramen Dumpling?
Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the-Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager and Franchisee Owner(s) | 6 | See Note Below** | Our Headquarters and Affiliate-Owned Restaurant (currently in Portland, Oregon) |
| Kitchen Manager | 3 | 80 | |
| Training | |||
| Bar Manager Training | 3 | 80 | |
| Commissary Manager | 3 | 80 | |
| Training | |||
| Total Hours | 15 | 240 |
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 27–34)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Afuri Ramen Dumpling FDD, the total number of classroom training hours is 15. This is broken down into 6 hours for the General Manager and Franchisee Owner(s), 3 hours for the Kitchen Manager, 3 hours for the Bar Manager, and 3 hours for the Commissary Manager.
In addition to classroom training, Afuri Ramen Dumpling also provides on-the-job training. The Kitchen Manager, Bar Manager, and Commissary Manager each receive 80 hours of on-the-job training, totaling 240 hours. The General Manager and Franchisee Owner(s) on-the-job training hours are not specified in the table but are referenced in a note.
Prospective franchisees should note that the initial training program must be completed within 45 days of the scheduled opening date. The training takes place at Afuri Ramen Dumpling's headquarters and affiliate-owned restaurant, which is currently located in Portland, Oregon. The franchisee is responsible for covering the costs of accommodations, travel, room, board, and wages for their personnel during the training period.