What are the specific steps involved in the bread proofing process at Jersey Mikes?
Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| c. | Wrapp | ing | . 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Wrapping | . 1 | |
| 2. | Wrapping Hot Subs | . 3 | |
| 3. | Wrapping Subs - How-to Guide | . 4 | |
| 4. | Wrapping a Sub for a Trip | . 7 | |
| 5. | The Wrapper's Job | . 7 | |
| 6. | Station Setup | . 8 | |
| 1. Stocking the Wrapping Area | . 8 | ||
| d. | Hot Su | bs | . 1 |
| 1. | Hot Subs | . 1 | |
| 2. | Hot Sub Tempering Guide | . 1 | |
| 3. | Wrapping Hot Subs | . 1 | |
| 4. | Product Specifications | . 2 | |
| 1. "Philly" Steak Handling Procedures | . 2 | ||
| 2. "Philly" Chicken Handling Procedure | . 3 | ||
| 2. Steak and Chicken Handling Guide | . 4 | ||
| 3. Cheese Steak Training Chart | |||
| 4. Chicken Cheese Steak Training Chart | |||
| 5. Grilled Portabella Mushroom and Swiss Training Chart | . 7 | ||
| 6. Adding Portabella Mushrooms Training Chart | . 8 | ||
| e. | Bread a | and Cookie Baking | . 1 |
| 1. | Baking Terms Glossary | . 1 | |
| 2. | Receiving | . 1 | |
| 3. | Storage | . 2 | |
| 4. | Product Specifications | . 3 | |
| 1. Thawing | . 3 | ||
| 2. Proofing Instruction | . 6 | ||
| 3. Baking | . 8 | ||
| 4. Cooling | . 9 | ||
| 5. Storage After Baking | . 9 | ||
| 6. Usage | 11 | ||
| 7. Rosemary Parmesan Bread | 11 | ||
| 8. Gluten Free Bread | 13 | ||
| 5. | Station Setup | 16 | |
| 1. Planning | 16 | ||
| 2. Jersey Mike's Subs Bread Tracking Sheet | |||
| 6. |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document for Jersey Mikes does not provide specific details on the bread proofing process. However, it does indicate that franchisees will receive training and a manual that includes information on various aspects of restaurant operations.
Specifically, the FDD mentions that the manual provided during the initial training program includes a list of specifications, approved merchandise, products, materials, and training guidelines. The manual also covers 'Bread and Cookie Baking,' which includes sections on thawing and proofing instructions.
While the FDD excerpt confirms that Jersey Mikes has a defined bread proofing process, the exact steps are not detailed in this document. A prospective franchisee should ask Jersey Mikes for a detailed outline of the bread proofing process during the due diligence phase to fully understand the operational requirements.