To whom do Kitchen Solvers franchisees pay their travel and living expenses during training?
Kitchen_Solvers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Name of Fee | Amount (See Notes) | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Opening Training | Pre-Opening training for up to 2 people (you and your approved manager) is included in the Initial Franchise Fee. While we currently do not do so, we may charge a fee for any additional people who attend Pre-Opening Training. | When incurred | You must pay all travel and living expenses while attending any training program. You will pay those charges directly to third parties. See Note 6. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 13–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Kitchen Solvers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for covering their own travel and living expenses, as well as those of their approved manager, while attending any training programs. These expenses are paid directly to third parties, such as hotels and restaurants, rather than to Kitchen Solvers itself. This is a fairly standard practice in franchising, where franchisees typically bear the costs associated with their training.
This means that prospective Kitchen Solvers franchisees should factor in these costs when budgeting for their initial investment. The FDD does not provide an estimate for these expenses, so franchisees should contact Kitchen Solvers directly to get a better understanding of the potential costs for travel and lodging during the training period.
While Kitchen Solvers includes pre-opening training for up to two people (the franchisee and an approved manager) in the initial franchise fee, any additional attendees will incur a fee. Currently, this fee is $150 per person. Franchisees should also be aware that they may request on-site assistance from Kitchen Solvers corporate staff, which comes at a cost of $350 per day plus staff expenses, including travel, lodging, and meals. These expenses are paid to the staff, not Kitchen Solvers.