For Jersey Mikes training, how many hours of on-the-job training are dedicated to reviewing operations, specifically slicing, sprinkling, wrapping, and hot subs?
Jersey_Mikes Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| | | | | | Hours | | | | |## Day 3
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the- Job Training | Location | |--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Warmups (Practicing Golden Bottle and Wrapping) | 0.0 | 0.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Operational Excellence Review – "The 14" Slicing, Sprinkling, Wrapping, and Hot Subs | 1.5 | 1.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | 7 Principles | 0.5 | 0.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Customer Experience | 1.5 | 1.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Customer Experience and Customer Lifetime Value | 1.0 | 0.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Grassroots Marketing | 0.5 | 0.25 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Generational Diversity – Understanding Your Workforce | 0.75 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the- Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 0.5 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location\nin New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Day 3 Total | 6.25 hours | 4.25 hours |
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the- Job Training | Location | |----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Warmups (Practicing Golden Bottle and Wrapping) | 0.0 | 0.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Profit and Loss | 1.0 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Food Cost Fitness | 1.0 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Core Values & Team of Top Performers | 1.0 | 0.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Hiring & Interviewing | 1.0 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company | | Labor and Scheduling | 1.0 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the- Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recruiting, Retention, Turnover | 1.0 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Day 4 Total | 6.0 hours | 1.0 hour |
Day 5
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On-the- Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Golden Bottle | 0.25 | 0.5 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Breakfast & Guests | 2.0 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Best Practices from the week | 1.5 | 0.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
| Goal Planning & Vision Boards | 0.0 | 1.0 | Training Center in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, or at another location in New Jersey as designated by Company |
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Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 35–51)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Jersey Mikes's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes specific on-the-job training hours dedicated to reviewing key operational areas. During the initial training, 0.25 hours of on-the-job training are spent reviewing operations, specifically slicing, sprinkling, wrapping, and hot subs. Additionally, franchisees will receive 1.5 hours of on-the-job training for an operational excellence review that covers slicing, sprinkling, wrapping, and hot subs.
Furthermore, Jersey Mikes provides extensive on-the-job training in other phases that cover these operational skills. Phase 1 includes 45 hours dedicated to wrapping and cooking procedures, and another 45 hours for hot subs and cashier duties. Phase 3 includes 45 hours for speed sprinkling and wrapping, 45 hours for hot subs certification, and 45 hours for speed slicing.
In total, Jersey Mike's franchisees receive a comprehensive blend of classroom and on-the-job training, with a significant focus on the critical skills needed to efficiently manage the preparation of Jersey Mike's signature subs. This detailed approach ensures that franchisees and their staff are well-prepared to meet Jersey Mike's standards for quality and customer service.