Bajco Group operates across several key industries including Quick Service Restaurants (QSR), commercial real estate, technology solutions, back-office outsourcing, customer service, healthcare staffing, and restaurant construction management. Our portfolio includes 275+ Papa John’s locations, as well as affiliated companies delivering specialized services both in the U.S. and abroad.
How did Bajco Group get started?
Bajco Group was founded in 2002 with the opening of two Papa John’s restaurants in Ohio. Since then, the company has grown into the largest privately held franchisee of Papa John’s in North America and expanded into multiple business sectors—all built on a shared commitment to operational excellence, long-term partnerships, and a belief in growing together.
Where are Bajco Group’s back-office and support teams located?
Our operational headquarters is in Canfield, Ohio, while our global support teams—including accounting, call center, and tech services—are based in Lahore, Pakistan. This structure allows us to deliver high-quality, cost-efficient services with 24/7 support for our operations across the U.S.
What makes Bajco Group different from other franchise operators?
Beyond operating restaurants, Bajco Group builds and manages the entire ecosystem around them—including real estate, staffing, accounting, customer service, and technology. Our integrated model allows us to grow faster, operate more efficiently, and support our brands with unmatched consistency.
How many Papa John’s locations does Bajco Group operate?
As of 2025, Bajco Group owns and operates 275+ Papa John’s restaurants across 12 states in the U.S., making us the largest privately held franchisee of the brand in North America.
Does Bajco Group provide services to other businesses outside of Papa John’s?
Yes. Through our affiliated companies—like B.E Solutions, T Sourcing, Bajco Construction Works, and Bajco Technologies—we provide restaurant back-office services, customer support, construction, and tech solutions to external clients, particularly in the QSR, healthcare, and real estate sectors.
What kind of back-office services does Bajco offer?
Our back-office services, delivered through B.E Solutions, include bookkeeping, payroll, HR management, monthly financial reporting, daily reconciliations, and more—designed specifically for QSRs and real estate operators. We combine deep industry knowledge with automation to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Where is Bajco Group headquartered?
Our U.S. headquarters is located in Canfield, Ohio, while our global support operations—including our back-office and call center teams—are based in Lahore, Pakistan.
What is Bajco Group’s approach to international operations?
We believe in building global-local partnerships—leveraging talent from Pakistan to support operations in the U.S. Through this hybrid model, we’ve created scalable systems for accounting, customer service, IT, and construction design—while maintaining cost-efficiency and quality.
What new areas is Bajco Group expanding into?
We’re actively growing in healthcare staffing, restaurant technology, and real estate development, alongside our ongoing expansion in QSR franchising. With a recent agreement to develop 50 new Papa John’s restaurants, our long-term vision includes scaling to 500+ units and expanding our service footprint globally.
Can I partner with Bajco Group or its companies?
Absolutely. We welcome collaboration across franchise development, outsourcing, healthcare staffing, and technology implementation. Please visit our Contact Page or reach out directly to learn more about partnership opportunities.
