Papa Johns to Close 43 Restaurants Across the UK
Quote from VATcal on 26/03/2024, 19:11Papa Johns, the American pizza chain, has announced plans to close 43 restaurants across the UK. The closures, which are due to take place by mid-May 2024, follow a review conducted earlier this year that identified "underperforming locations that are no longer financially viable."
The company has not yet confirmed the exact number of jobs that will be affected by the closures. However, Papa Johns has stated that their "priority is our team members, who will be fully supported throughout this process." This includes attempting to find redeployment opportunities for impacted staff at remaining Papa Johns locations.
The decision to close these restaurants comes as part of a wider strategic shift for Papa Johns in the UK. The company is looking to improve profitability and invest in its remaining stores. This may include exploring new types of outlets beyond traditional restaurants, such as locations in holiday parks, and potential partnerships with large retailers.
Papa Johns, the American pizza chain, has announced plans to close 43 restaurants across the UK. The closures, which are due to take place by mid-May 2024, follow a review conducted earlier this year that identified "underperforming locations that are no longer financially viable."
The company has not yet confirmed the exact number of jobs that will be affected by the closures. However, Papa Johns has stated that their "priority is our team members, who will be fully supported throughout this process." This includes attempting to find redeployment opportunities for impacted staff at remaining Papa Johns locations.
The decision to close these restaurants comes as part of a wider strategic shift for Papa Johns in the UK. The company is looking to improve profitability and invest in its remaining stores. This may include exploring new types of outlets beyond traditional restaurants, such as locations in holiday parks, and potential partnerships with large retailers.
