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1 - Introduction

1.1 Welcome to THE COMPANY

Welcome to Team SUBWAY®! We are excited you have chosen to join our organization.You are now part...

1.2 About THE COMPANY (Independent Franchisee Statement)

THE COMPANY is a long-standing independently owned and operated SUBWAY® franchise group, operatin...

1.3 THE COMPANY Mission Statement

Commitment to Guests and Team Members At SUBWAY® and THE COMPANY, we are dedicated to maintainin...

1.4 The SUBWAY® Story

The SUBWAY® Story “Let’s open a submarine sandwich shop.”(Dr. Peter Buck, 1965) The story of th...

1.5 What it Means to be a Team Member and Sandwich Artist®

Definition of a Team Member At SUBWAY®, we use the term “Team Member” to emphasize that every pe...

1.6 The SUBWAY® Mission Statement

“To delight every guest with exceptional service, fresh ingredients, and a great experience—every...

1.7 Business Philosophies

Our main business philosophies are very simple at THE COMPANY. One of our prime objectives is to ...

1.8 The SUBWAY® Product

At THE COMPANY, the integrity of the SUBWAY® product is central to our success. Our brand reputat...

1.9 Your Image is Our Image

At SUBWAY®, every team member is hired not only for their skills, but also for the positive impre...

1.10 Commitment to Hospitality

THE COMPANY is committed to creating an atmosphere of true hospitality for every Guest who walks ...

1.11 Commitment to Operational Excellence

THE COMPANY is dedicated to achieving Operational Excellence in everything we do. This means cons...

1.12 You’re a Guest

Policy Statement As a valued Team Member, you are also welcome to enjoy SUBWAY® as a guest durin...

1.13 Think Like a Guest While You’re Working

Policy Statement Delivering an exceptional guest experience is one of THE COMPANY’s highest prio...

1.14 You Represent SUBWAY® - Every Guest, Every Visit

When a guest walks into any SUBWAY® restaurant, they don’t think about franchises, owners, or whi...

1.15 Our Commitment to Improvement/Suggestions/Complaints

Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)  At SUBWAY® and THE COMPANY, we believe that Continuous Qua...

1.16 Common Terms

The following are some terms you may hear when working at a SUBWAY® restaurant. By familiarizing ...

1.17 Fun Facts

SUBWAY® was founded in 1965 by 17-year-old Fred DeLuca, with a $1,000 loan from family friend Dr....

1.18 Purpose of This Handbook

This Handbook serves as a comprehensive guide to THE COMPANY’s employment policies, standards of ...

1.19 How to Use and Access This Handbook

Team Members are expected to: Read and understand the policies contained in this Handbook;Refer ...

1.20 Handbook Interpretation

Authority and ApplicationInterpretation of all policies and procedures contained in this Team Mem...

1.21 Policy Revisions, Modifications, and Updates

THE COMPANY reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to interpret, revise, amend, modify, chan...

1.22 Acknowledgement of Receipt

All Team Members must complete THE COMPANY’s digital Handbook Acknowledgment Form during onboardi...

1.23 Reporting Questions or Concerns

Team Members are encouraged to speak with their Restaurant Manager, District Manager, or the Dire...