What expenses related to training are the Affiliate Franchisee responsible for paying to Bhc?
Bhc Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
gnate ("Initial Training" specified in Section 6.1 of the MFA). You must attend the entire Initial Training. You must pay all the expenses incurred by your trainees and attendees in connection with the Initial Training and any other training, conferences, conventions, or other meetings your trainees attend, including, for example, their daily allowance, transportation costs, and other living expenses (section 6.1(e) of the MFA).
Training will occur after you sign the MFA and while you are developing the first Affiliate Franchised BHC Restaurant. You and your attendees must complete the entire Initial Training to our satisfaction before you may open your Affiliate Franchised BHC Restaurant.
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, And Training (FDD pages 29–38)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bhc's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Affiliate Franchisee is responsible for specific training-related expenses. The franchisee must cover all expenses incurred by their trainees and attendees for the initial training and any other training events, conferences, conventions, or meetings. These expenses include daily allowances, transportation costs, and other living expenses.
Additionally, the Affiliate Franchisee is responsible for the daily allowances, travel, meals, and living expenses that Bhc incurs for training. The FDD states that these costs will vary for each franchise and location depending on several factors. If the franchisee or their attendees do not successfully graduate from the training program, they will have to attend the entire program again at their own cost before opening their Bhc restaurant.
In summary, as a Bhc franchisee, you should budget for all travel, lodging, and living costs associated with training your personnel, as well as covering these costs for Bhc's trainers. These costs can vary significantly based on location and the number of personnel requiring training. Failing to pass the initial training will result in additional expenses for re-training, which must be factored into the initial investment and operational budget.