Zeppole Baking Co.

Description:

Zeppole Baking Co. is a well-established artisan bakery brand with over a decade of trusted presence in its market. Known for its high-quality pastries, breads, and baked goods, Zeppole operates multiple revenue channels including wholesale, café sales, and specialty retail. The business has shown strong year-over-year growth and net profitability.

The bakery’s streamlined operations and loyal customer base make it an ideal acquisition for an operator in the food & beverage space or an investor seeking a scalable opportunity


Key Highlights


Stable Revenues: $2.35M in 2024 with diversified income streams across café locations, retail, and wholesale distribution.
Strong Margins: 76% gross profit margin and 4% net profit margin in 2024.
Proven Turnaround: Operational improvements led to a $155K swing in net profit from 2023 to 2024.
Experienced Team in Place: Turnkey management team including experienced bakery, sales, and operations staff.
Prime Locations: Leased spaces in high-traffic areas with established customer flow.
Growth Potential: 10% equity reserved for future expansion or strategic partners.


Sale Includes


Intellectual Property (Brand Name, Recipes, Trademarks)
Equipment & Leasehold Improvements
Customer Lists & Supplier Contracts
Trained Staff and Managerial Team
Marketing & Sales Infrastructure
Clean transition with no IRS encumbrances post-sale



Ideal Buyer


Restaurant group, food manufacturer, or regional bakery chain looking to scale.
Owner-operator seeking a hands-on business with solid cash flow.
Private equity or family office focused on middle-market F&B businesses.