Papa Johns Partners with PAR Technology to Power POS and OPS Transformation Across 3,200 U.S. Restaurants

Papa Johns today announced it selected PAR POS™ and PAR OPS™ from PAR Technology Corporation (NYSE: PAR) to anchor its next-generation U.S. in-restaurant technology stack.

Partnership details

The partnership is part of Papa Johns’ multi-year effort to build a faster, more intelligent, connected restaurant and digital ordering experience for guests, operators, and franchisees.

“At Papa Johns, one of our strategic priorities is investing in and optimizing our technology to deliver a better experience,” said Kevin Vasconi, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Papa Johns. “A key element of that strategy is reducing complexity, driving efficiency, and accelerating innovation to improve our in-restaurant operations. PAR Technology’s integrated solutions give us the scale, performance, and support infrastructure needed to run our business better and help our restaurant teams deliver every day.”

Papa Johns will transition from its legacy on-premise systems to PAR’s enterprise solutions. PAR POS and PAR OPS will bring front-of-house ordering, make-line operations, above-restaurant management, as well as AI-powered labor, inventory, and restaurant management on one platform engineered for scale, reliability, and flexibility. Real-time shared data, a consistent interface, and unified support will enable teams to operate with greater discipline and deliver a more consistent guest experience.

“Utilizing PAR’s front- and back-of-house solutions gives Papa Johns real-time insight, operational control, and the foundation required for intelligent automation,” said Savneet Singh, CEO of PAR Technology. “Our mission is to simplify operations at scale and empower restaurants to create exceptional guest experiences. We’re ready to support Papa Johns as they scale for the future with PAR.”

Key features

Key features include:

• AI-Native and Future-Ready Architecture: Powered by an intelligent AI layer embedded across the platform, and strengthened by PAR’s open APIs and flexible middleware – the system is built for automation, smarter decision-making, and the rapid deployment of new AI capabilities.

• Streamlined Menu and Promotion Management: Centralized control for faster, less manual deployment of limited-time offers and robust submenu support.

• Real-Time Intelligence: Enhanced visibility into critical operational metrics to enable faster, data-driven decision-making.

The partnership aligns with Papa Johns broader technology transformation strategy.

Transitioning to PAR’s platform represents a foundational shift in how Papa Johns operates its restaurants and enhances digital experiences. By investing in AI-native systems that connect data, teams, and workflows, Papa Johns is positioning its network for stronger performance today and flexibility to innovate for years to come.