Zeppole Baking Co.

Investment Overview

Zeppole Baking Co. is a well-established artisan bakery brand with over a 32 years 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

Area Overview

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

Highlights

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.