Where does the on-the-job training for Benihana beverage standards take place?
Benihana Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| SUBJECT | HOURS OF CLASSROOM TRAINING | HOURS OF ON THE JOB TRAINING | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEVERAGE STANDARDS Specialty drinks Recipes Glassware Standard portions Specifications Sake and Sho-Chu Responsible Service Beverage Menu | 4 hours | 36 hours | Corporate or Franchise Location (as we designate) |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 36–47)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Benihana's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the on-the-job training for beverage standards takes place at either a corporate or franchise location, as designated by Benihana. This on-the-job training consists of 36 hours. The beverage standards training covers specialty drinks, recipes, glassware, standard portions, specifications, sake and Sho-Chu, responsible service, and the beverage menu.
This means that new Benihana franchisees and their staff will receive practical, hands-on training in a real restaurant environment. This is a common practice in the franchise industry, as it allows trainees to learn in a setting that closely resembles their future work environment. The location could be either a corporate-owned Benihana restaurant or an existing franchise location, depending on what Benihana determines is best for training purposes.
Prospective franchisees should consider the potential travel costs and logistical arrangements associated with sending staff to a designated training location, as these costs are typically the responsibility of the franchisee. It is also important to note that Benihana has the discretion to change the location of training programs, so franchisees should confirm the specific location and any associated costs before training begins.