Papa Johns is the world’s third-largest pizza company with over 450 restaurants across the UK and 6,000 worldwide. From humble beginnings, Papa Johns began operating from a broom closet in Jeffersonville, Indiana, USA. Since then, we’ve expanded to serve customers delicious pizza in more than 50 countries across the globe.
ABOUT PAPA JOHNS
FACTS AND FIGURES
6,000+
Locations in 50 Countries
120,000
Employees
Franchise & Corporate
350M
Pizzas Sold Every Year
2.8 Billion
Slices Sold Every Year
PAPA JOHNS IN THE UK
The first British Papa Johns restaurant to open was in Grays, Essex, way back in 1999. And to further commit to our core mission of ‘Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.’, we opened our own 100% fresh Dough Plant in 2004 in Milton Keynes.
OUR
BEGINNINGS
1999
The first British Papa Johns restaurant to open was in Grays, Essex, way back in 1999. And to further commit to our core mission of...
‘Better Ingredients.
Better Pizza.’
2004
we opened our own 100% fresh Dough Plant in 2004 in Milton Keynes.
2005
In 2005, we opened the first Papa Johns training centre outside the US to ensure that our UK staff received the best onboarding and education possible to deliver delicious pizza every shift.
DEVELOPMENT
2010
In 2010, our UK head office functions were relocated to Milton Keynes which now houses 100 employees on-site and includes a QCC (Quality Control Centre). It’s here where we maintain our meticulous standards of quality, cleanliness, and — of course — tastiness. We’re serious about our pizza.
2013
Since setting roots in the UK, our store numbers grew and grew, until we celebrated the opening of our 200th UK store in 2013. As of 2024, Papa Johns has over 450 UK stores in England, Wales, and Scotland.
ASPIRATIONS
2024
As of 2024, Papa Johns has over 450 UK stores in England, Wales, and Scotland.
400 UK STORES TODAY
BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA.
Papa Johns has been delighting pizza lovers with outstanding food for over 30 years and holds quality at our core. For the best taste we need the best ingredients, which is why we pride ourselves on our signature tomato sauce, tasty toppings, and our original fresh dough - right down to the boxes our pizzas are delivered in. Papa Johns invests in our ingredients and materials to ensure that we always give our customers the finest quality pizza.
PAPA JOHNS INGREDIENTS
We believe that taking care of your people and providing them with the best ingredients is the key to making outstanding pizza. This simple philosophy underlies everything we do and is why we invest into consistently delivering superior pizza and exceptional service.
We think that the more you know about our ingredients, the better. So, check out our menu, ask our staff any questions in our stores (or online), and check out our detailed ingredients statement for all the information you need.
Read More About UsTHE PAPA JOHNS VALUES
Papa Johns is committed to our central vision: ‘Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.’. In everything we do, we uphold our core values so we can deliver the best service possible:
PAPA JOHNS VALUES
Everyone Belongs
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Teamwork
Do the right thing
Integrity, character and community
People first
Customer and team member focus
Innovate to win
Think differently and lead change
Have fun
It’s Pizza, after all!
Innovate to win
Think differently and lead change
Have fun
It’s Pizza, after all!
Alongside these core values, we champion diversity, inclusion, and sustainability at every level to make our business one where people can thrive.
Our Values & CultureOUR PEOPLE
At Papa Johns, we pride ourselves on having an exceptional team of dedicated professionals who drive our success. Our senior leadership team is composed of industry experts committed to excellence, innovation, and ensuring the highest quality standards in every aspect of our business.
Meet the brilliant minds behind our operations.
Todd Penegor was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer in August 2024 with 20 years of experience in the restaurant and consumer goods industries. He was also appointed to the Board of Directors. He joined Papa Johns from The Wendy’s Company, where he served as President, CEO and Chief Financial Officer, among other executive leadership roles.
Todd Penegor
President & CEO
Chris first joined Papa Johns in 2008, and returned in 2020 as VP of International Supply Chain. Promoted to UK Managing Director in 2023, he focuses on profitability and results. With extensive industry experience - including roles at TGI Fridays, Wagamama, and Norwegian Cruise Lines - he brings strategic leadership across sourcing and global brand operations.
Chris Phylactou
UK Managing Director
Grant joined Papa Johns in June 2023 as Senior Director of Corporate Operations, with his role expanding in February 2024 to include franchisee operations. He now leads the transformation of franchise & corporate UK store operations. Previously, Grant held positions at Wendy's, KFC, and McDonald's across various global markets.
Grant Read
Senior Director, UK Franchise and Corporate Operations
Bec joined Papa Johns as Brand Director in September 2023, and became Marketing Director in January 2024. She leads all marketing strategy, deployment and optimisation, using data-driven insights to boost brand sentiment, loyalty, and market share. Her experience spans customer-centric F&B and tech brands, including Deliveroo, Domino’s, and The Restaurant Group.
Rebecca Carroll
UK Marketing Director
Wayne joined Papa Johns in December 2021 with over 20 years' experience across equity, franchised, and independent restaurants in the UK and Europe. Previously, he led operations at JET (Just Eat Takeaway) and Pizza Hut UK, where he developed scalable, operator-led models focused on food and technology for global distribution.
Wayne MacDonald
UK Director of Technology & Digital
Gemma joined Papa Johns as Senior HR Business Partner in October 2023, bringing over 12 years of HR experience. She focuses on organisational design, talent management, and leadership development. Her background spans many industries, giving her insight into diverse business and operational environments.
Gemma Nicol
Senior HR Business Partner
Robert joined Papa Johns as Supply Chain Director in May 2019, before becoming QCC & Supply Chain Director in January 2023. He focuses on supply chain cost management and efficiency to boost store profitability and ROI. Robert brings extensive supply chain experience from leading UK quick-service restaurant brands.
Robert Taylor
UK Supply Chain Director
Find out more about our people:
Our PeopleOur Achievements
Papa John's has received numerous awards for quality and innovation, and consistently leads in customer satisfaction, reflecting our commitment to excellence at every stage. Read on to find out more about what makes us great.
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
RANKED #1 in
Customer Satisfaction
Among National Pizza Brand for 18 of 20 Years
Ranked #3 in the Pizza Category for Top Food Franchises
(Entrepreneur)
2023
Awarded Forbes’ "Best Employer for Diversity"
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