Where does Aw conduct the on-the-job training for cutting and grinding cheese?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| SUBJECT | HOURS OF CLASSROOM TRAINING | HOURS OF ON-THE-JOB TRAINING | LOCATION* |
|---|---|---|---|
| History of Franchise, | 8 | 0 | Chicago, IL |
| Introduction to System | |||
| Preparation of dough | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
| Cutting and grinding cheese | 0 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| Rotation | 0 | 3 | Chicago, IL |
| Answering the phone and taking | 0 | 10 | Chicago, IL |
| orders | |||
| Salads | 0 | 1 | Chicago, IL |
| Scheduling | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
| Mac’n’cheese | 0 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| Cutting of pizza Zero | 0 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| Topping Pizzas | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
| Cheesy bread | 0 | 1 | Chicago, IL |
| Traditional wings | 0 | 3 | Chicago, IL |
| Boneless Chicken | 0 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| How to handle a complaint | 0 | 10 | Chicago, IL |
| Local Store Marketing | 0 | 10 | Chicago, IL |
| Making sauce | 0 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| Cutting and cleaning vegetables | 0 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| Prepping toppings | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
| Taking Orders | 0 | 10 | Chicago, IL |
| Prep list inventory | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
| Food Ordering Process | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
| Slice reheating | 0 | 5 | Chicago, IL |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the on-the-job training for cutting and grinding cheese is conducted in Chicago, IL. This training is part of the initial training program that franchisees and their managers must complete.
The initial training program for Aw franchisees includes 2 hours of on-the-job training specifically for cutting and grinding cheese. This is in addition to other on-the-job training topics such as dough preparation, rotation, answering phones, salads, scheduling, and more. All of these on-the-job training exercises take place in Chicago, IL.
Prospective franchisees should note that while Aw does not charge a fee for the initial training program for up to 2 people, the franchisee is responsible for all compensation, travel, lodging, and other living expenses incurred by them and any manager attending the training. This could represent a significant upfront investment in addition to the franchise fee and other startup costs.