Who is responsible for the compensation and expenses incurred in connection with any Checkersrallys training programs?
Checkersrallys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must replace any manager who fails to successfully complete a training program or who is otherwise not qualified to manage a Restaurant. We will not charge any fees for 2 attendees attending the initial training program. We may charge fees for additional attendees and for you and your personnel attending any additional training programs, whether optional or mandatory. You will be responsible for all compensation and expenses (including travel, meals and lodging) incurred in connection with any training programs. Neither you nor your employees will receive any compensation from us for services performed during training.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 46–57)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkersrallys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for all compensation and expenses incurred during any training programs. This includes costs related to travel, meals, and lodging for themselves and their employees. Checkersrallys does not provide any compensation to franchisees or their employees for services performed during training.
This means that prospective Checkersrallys franchisees need to factor in the costs of training when budgeting for their new business. These costs can include wages or salaries for the individuals being trained, as well as significant out-of-pocket expenses for travel and accommodation, especially if the training location is far from the franchisee's base of operations. The FDD specifies that Checkersrallys may conduct in-store training at a Restaurant in Florida or another designated city, potentially requiring travel.
Checkersrallys does not charge any fees for 2 attendees attending the initial training program. However, they may charge fees for additional attendees and for franchisees and their personnel attending any additional training programs, whether optional or mandatory. This highlights the importance of carefully planning staff training and considering the potential costs involved, as these can add to the overall investment required to start and operate a Checkersrallys franchise.