Are the estimated costs for Bhc's trainer(s) included in the training fee for a Bhc Restaurant?

According to Bhc's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the training fee does include estimated costs and expenses for Bhc's trainers. However, the affiliate franchisee is responsible for all accommodation, transportation, meals, daily allowances, and other costs and expenses for the franchisor's trainer(s) to train the affiliate franchisee personnel at the Master Franchised Bhc Restaurant or other location designated by Bhc. The training fee also covers additional expenses that the affiliate franchisee and one additional person will incur to attend the initial training program.

This means that while the training fee itself covers the costs and expenses for Bhc's trainers, the franchisee must separately budget for the accommodation, transportation, meals, and daily allowances for these trainers during the training period. Additionally, the franchisee needs to factor in the costs for themselves and one other person to attend the initial training program.

Prospective franchisees should carefully review Item 7 of the FDD, which outlines the estimated initial investment, to understand the full scope of costs associated with training. It is important to clarify with Bhc what specific expenses are covered by the training fee and what expenses the franchisee will be directly responsible for. Understanding these costs upfront is crucial for accurate financial planning and ensuring sufficient capital for the initial setup and training phase.