Can Jersey Mikes designate a location other than Point Pleasant, New Jersey for Phase 2 training?
Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
If you are a first-time Jersey Mike's franchisee, you must attend Phase 2 at Company's training center located in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company ("Phase 2 in New Jersey"). If you already operate at least 1 Franchised Restaurant and are opening an additional Franchised Restaurant, you must attend Phase 2 in New Jersey, or at another location where Company offers Phase 2 training ("Phase 2 In-Market"). Phase 2 in New Jersey training consists of a total minimum of 5 days, to a maximum of 14 days, 5.25 to 10.5 hours per day, of classroom and simulated training. Phase 2 In-Market training consists of a total minimum of 4 days, to a maximum of 14 days, 6 to 8.75 hours per day, of classroom and simulated training. If a trainee is not successful in completing a phase of training according to Company's System Standards, the applicable phase of training may be extended in Company's sole discretion.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 35–51)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jersey Mike's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Phase 2 training for first-time franchisees typically occurs at the company's training center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey. However, Jersey Mikes retains the discretion to designate another location within New Jersey for this training. This flexibility allows Jersey Mike's to adapt training locations based on logistical needs or resource availability.
For existing franchisees opening additional locations, Phase 2 training can occur in New Jersey or at another location where Jersey Mike's offers Phase 2 training, referred to as "Phase 2 In-Market." This provides more options for experienced franchisees, potentially reducing travel costs and time. The duration of Phase 2 in New Jersey ranges from a minimum of 5 days to a maximum of 14 days, with daily sessions lasting 5.25 to 10.5 hours. Phase 2 In-Market training spans 4 to 14 days, with daily sessions of 6 to 8.75 hours.
This means that while Point Pleasant is the primary location, new franchisees should be prepared to attend Phase 2 training at an alternative site within New Jersey if specified by Jersey Mike's. Existing franchisees have the added possibility of completing Phase 2 training at an in-market location. All franchisees should also be aware that if a trainee does not successfully complete a phase of training according to Jersey Mike's System Standards, the applicable phase of training may be extended at the company's discretion.