Where does the Shift Management on-the-job training for the Cinnabon Management Training Program currently take place?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On The-Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly | Classroom: | ||
| Food Safety | 9 | 2 | currently, online |
| Station / Position Training | 3 | 52 | modules |
| Equipment (Ice Cream Machine) | 1 | 3 | |
| Service Program | 1 | 5 | On-the-Job: |
| Shift Management | currently, Certified Training Locations |
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 66–82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Cinnabon FDD, the on-the-job training for Shift Management currently takes place at Certified Training Locations. These locations are Cinnabon bakeries that have been certified by Cinnabon as authorized training facilities.
These Certified Training Locations are crucial for providing practical, hands-on experience in shift management, ensuring that trainees are well-prepared to handle the day-to-day operations of a Cinnabon bakery. The FDD also specifies that these Certified Training Locations may be operated by existing Cinnabon franchisees.
Prospective franchisees should note that Cinnabon retains the discretion to grant, withhold, or revoke certification for a Certified Training Location. This means that the availability and location of training sites could change, potentially requiring trainees to travel to different locations for their training. It is important for franchisees to stay informed about the current list of Certified Training Locations and any associated costs for travel or accommodation.