Will trainees receive compensation for services rendered during the Afuri Ramen Dumpling training?

According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, trainees will not receive compensation for services rendered during any training programs. The initial training is included in the Initial Franchise Fee. However, the franchisee is responsible for all expenses incurred to participate in the initial training, including wages or benefits for their employees.

This means that while Afuri Ramen Dumpling provides the initial training as part of the franchise fee, the franchisee must cover all associated costs, including the salaries or benefits of their employees attending the training. This is a common practice in franchising, where the franchisee bears the responsibility for their employees' compensation during training.

Prospective Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchisees should factor in these labor costs when budgeting for the initial setup and training phase of their franchise. This includes not only the initial training but also any additional training requested, where the franchisee is responsible for travel, lodging, meals, compensation, and the franchisor's training fees.