Where does the Restaurant Evaluations 'On the Job' training for Gold Star take place?
Gold_Star Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ise Agreement | Item 17 | | x. Dispute resolution | Section 22 of Franchise Agreement | Item 17 |
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training2 | Hours of “On the Job” Training3 | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orientation | 4 | 0 | Classroom Training: Gold Star corporate offices On the Job: Gold |
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 26–36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Gold Star's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'On the Job' training for Restaurant Evaluations takes place at either Gold Star's corporate offices or at a company-owned restaurant. This training involves 4 hours of classroom instruction and 2 hours of 'On the Job' training.
For a prospective franchisee, this means that you or your managers will need to travel to either Gold Star's corporate offices or a designated company-owned restaurant to complete this portion of the training. The 'On the Job' component suggests hands-on experience and practical application of evaluation techniques within a real restaurant setting.
It is important to note that the FDD does not specify which location is typically used for this training, nor does it detail the exact activities involved in the 'On the Job' portion. A prospective franchisee should clarify with Gold Star the typical location for this training and what specific tasks will be covered during the 'On the Job' component to fully understand the training requirements and logistics.