What expenses related to on-site training might Moes Southwest Grill require a franchisee to reimburse?
Moes_Southwest_Grill Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ainees to attend the Management Training Program at another location that we designate and may charge our then-current training fee (if any) for such training.
- 11.2 On-Site Training. Except as may be specified on Schedule A, we are not required to provide any on-site training or consultation at the site of your Franchised Business (the "On-Site Training"). You may request that we provide you with On-Site Training. We may agree to provide On-Site Training but will not be obligated to do so. We may also, in our sole discretion, require that you obtain On-Site Training at any time, including in the days or weeks before and/or after your Opening Date and/or if you fail to comply with the System and Standards. We may charge you a reasonable fee for On-Site Training, which is currently $500 per trainer per day and may be increased in any calendar year by no more than the Allowed Adjustment, for each of our trainers and may require you to reimburse us for their travel and living expenses (including airfare, car expenses, lodging, meals, etc.) during such On-Site Training.
- 11.3 Additional Programs.
Source: Item 22 — Contracts (FDD page 92)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Moe's Southwest Grill's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees may incur expenses related to on-site training. Moe's Southwest Grill may, at its discretion, require franchisees to obtain on-site training, especially before or after the opening date, or if the franchisee fails to comply with the brand's system standards.
For on-site training, Moe's Southwest Grill may charge a fee of $500 per trainer per day. This fee is subject to an annual increase, which will not exceed the 'Allowed Adjustment' amount. In addition to the daily fee, franchisees may be required to reimburse Moe's Southwest Grill for the travel and living expenses of the trainers. These expenses include airfare, car expenses, lodging, and meals incurred during the on-site training period.
Furthermore, Moe's Southwest Grill may offer additional consulting or support services, including on-site training, beyond the standard support. These additional services are subject to availability and offered at Moe's Southwest Grill's discretion. The fees for these services are also $500 per representative per day, with potential annual increases, and require reimbursement for travel and living expenses related to on-site training.