What are the specific steps involved in preparing 'Philly' steak 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 |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Jersey Mike's Franchise Disclosure Document, while there is mention of "Philly" Steak Handling Procedures, the document does not provide the specific steps involved in preparing a Philly steak. The FDD excerpt references a section covering hot subs and product specifications, including "Philly" Steak Handling Procedures. It also mentions a Cheese Steak Training Chart. However, the exact procedures are not detailed in this section.
For a prospective franchisee, this means that the FDD alone does not offer enough information to understand the preparation process for a Philly steak. It is important to note that Jersey Mike's emphasizes adherence to standardized recipes, cooking techniques, and processes, so there are specific guidelines that franchisees must follow.
To gain a comprehensive understanding of the preparation steps, a potential franchisee should ask Jersey Mike's for detailed training materials, including the "Philly" Steak Handling Procedures and the Cheese Steak Training Chart. This will ensure that they are fully aware of the required processes and standards before investing in the franchise.