What are the storage procedures for bread and cookies 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 |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jersey Mike's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the procedures for bread and cookie storage are found in the Confidential Operations Manual. Specifically, under the section "Bread and Cookie Baking," there are subsections for "Receiving" and "Storage."
Jersey Mike's franchisees must adhere to the standards and operating procedures outlined in the manual, which contains proprietary information and is kept confidential. The franchisor has the right to modify the manual from time to time, and the franchisee must ensure that any copy of the manual available at the premises is current and up-to-date. In case of any dispute, the master copy of the manual maintained by Jersey Mike's at its home office will be controlling.
Prospective franchisees should note that the manual is provided during the initial training program. It includes specifications, approved manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. Franchisees are expected to follow the manual's guidelines for operating their Jersey Mike's restaurant, including the proper storage of bread and cookies to maintain quality and consistency.