What expenses is the Crab N Spice franchisee responsible for during the pre-opening training?
Crab_N_Spice Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- (c) Pre-Opening Training. CNS Franchising shall make available its standard preopening training to the Principal Executive and up to 1 other employee, at a Crab N Spice business designated by CNS Franchising. CNS Franchising shall not charge any fee for this training. Franchisee is responsible for its own travel, lodging, meal, and other out-of-pocket expenses. CNS Franchising reserves the right to vary the length and content of the initial training program based on the experience and skill level of any individual attending the program.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 50–51)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Crab N Spice's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, while the franchisor does not charge a fee for the initial pre-opening training program, the franchisee is responsible for covering certain expenses. This training is offered to the Principal Executive and up to one additional employee at a Crab N Spice location designated by the franchisor.
The franchisee's financial responsibility extends to their own travel costs, including transportation to and from the training location. Additionally, franchisees must pay for their lodging expenses during the training period, ensuring they have accommodation near the designated training site.
Furthermore, franchisees are responsible for their meal expenses and any other out-of-pocket costs incurred while attending the pre-opening training. This means franchisees need to budget for all personal expenses during this period, as these costs are not covered by Crab N Spice.