What are the training hours for 'Local Store Marketing' for the Aw franchise?
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 10 hours of on-the-job training for local store marketing. This training takes place in Chicago, IL.
This means that franchisees will receive practical, hands-on experience in local store marketing techniques as part of their initial training. This is in addition to classroom training on other topics related to operating an Aw franchise.
Prospective franchisees should consider the location of the training (Chicago, IL) and factor in any associated travel and accommodation costs. They should also inquire about the specific content covered during the 10 hours of local store marketing training to understand how it will help them attract and retain customers in their local market.