Does Aw provide classroom training 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 on-the-job training for scheduling but does not offer classroom training. The document specifies the hours dedicated to various subjects within the training program.
The training for scheduling consists of 5 hours of on-the-job training at a location in Chicago, IL. This suggests that franchisees and their managers will learn scheduling techniques through practical experience at an existing Aw location rather than in a classroom setting.
Prospective franchisees should note that while classroom training is provided for the history of the franchise and introduction to the system, operational skills such as scheduling are taught through hands-on experience. This approach may suit individuals who prefer learning by doing, but those who benefit more from theoretical instruction may find the lack of classroom training a drawback.