What are the thawing instructions 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 | |
| 1. Planning | 16 | ||
| 2. Jersey Mike's Subs Bread Tracking Sheet | |||
| 6. | Cookies | 19 |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 77)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Jersey Mike's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) provides a general overview of bread and cookie preparation but does not include specific thawing instructions. Item 22 references a section titled "Bread and Cookie Baking" which includes subsections for receiving, storage, product specifications, proofing instructions, baking, cooling, storage after baking and usage. Under product specifications, thawing is mentioned as a sub-point.
While the FDD mentions that thawing is part of the bread and cookie baking process, it does not detail the specific methods or timing required. This information is typically crucial for maintaining product quality and consistency, which are key to the Jersey Mike's brand.
A prospective franchisee should inquire with Jersey Mike's about the detailed thawing procedures for both bread and cookies during the training program. Understanding these procedures is essential for day-to-day operations and ensuring that the products meet Jersey Mike's standards. The franchisee should also ask about any specific equipment or environmental conditions required for proper thawing.