How many hours of on-the-job training does Aw provide for scheduling?
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 initial training program includes 5 hours of on-the-job training related to scheduling. This training takes place in Chicago, IL.
This on-the-job training is part of a broader program that also includes classroom instruction on topics such as the history of the franchise and an introduction to the Aw system. The training also covers practical skills such as dough preparation, cheese cutting, rotation, taking orders, salad preparation, making mac'n'cheese, pizza cutting, pizza topping, cheesy bread preparation, making wings, handling complaints, local store marketing, making sauce, cutting and cleaning vegetables, prepping toppings, taking orders, prep list inventory, food ordering process, and slice reheating.
Prospective franchisees should consider that while Aw provides this initial training, they are responsible for all compensation, travel, lodging, and other living expenses incurred by themselves and any managers attending the training. Additionally, Aw may require additional training, seminars, or webinars during the franchise term, for which tuition fees and travel expenses may apply.