Who is responsible for the expenses associated with attending the Jersey Mikes training program, including travel costs, room and board expenses, and employee salaries?

According to Jersey Mikes's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for covering all expenses associated with attending the training program. This includes costs related to travel, room and board, and employee salaries. Jersey Mikes does not charge a separate fee for franchisees and their employees to attend the initial training program.

This means that prospective Jersey Mikes franchisees need to factor in these training-related expenses when budgeting for their initial investment. The costs can vary depending on the location of the training, the number of employees attending, and the duration of the training program. It is important to note that attendance at refresher programs is also mandatory and at the franchisee's expense.

Specifically, the FDD mentions that if a trained employee leaves their position, the franchisee is responsible for the costs of training a replacement, which could be up to $2,500. This fee is subject to change and must be paid in advance of the training. Franchisees should be prepared for these potential costs to maintain trained staff at all times, as required by Jersey Mikes.

In summary, while Jersey Mikes provides the initial and ongoing training programs, the financial burden of attending these programs falls on the franchisee. This is a fairly standard practice in the franchise industry, where franchisees typically bear the costs of training their personnel.