Business Overview:
Excellent opportunity to own a popular bakery that features specialty desserts, cupcakes and custom cakes — all baked from scratch. The business is based in Woodbridge, Virginia and has served the surrounding community for over 5 years. The location is ideal as it's situated in a family-friendly shopping plaza with a solid existing customer base. There are established procedures and a well-trained staff in place which presents the buyer with a turn-key opportunity. It’s centrally located in a family-friendly shopping plaza with a solid existing customer base. The owner will provide a 2-week training and transition period--at no charge--to ensure a seamless handover.
All equipment, inventory, decor, tools, and recipes convey. The sale includes lots of specialty kitchen bakery equipment. A detailed list of FF&E that will convey with the sale is below: 2 gas convection ovens, triple sink, 5 kitchen workstations, large storage area/office, & several shelving units. Roughly 4,000 decorating molds & cutters for cake décor, multiple cake pans, heavyweight 24-count cupcake pans, sheet pans, 4 mixers from 5 to 20 qt, and additional equipment for cake & dessert prep. Also features bakery case (half refrigerated, half room temperature) & gelato display case, ice cream maker, beverage fridge, espresso machine, coffee bean grinder, ice maker, 2 freezers, 2 refrigerators, dine-in seating & retail displays.
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Property Features and Assets:
The business operates out of a 1,200 square feet space which is leased for $3,000/month which includes all CAM fees. The business is located in a prominent shopping plaza just off a major thoroughfare with great street visibility and there is ample parking in the center. The space has a bright and fun atmosphere that is very welcoming. The existing lease runs through 2027 so a new owner could take over and enjoy many remaining years before having to enter into a new lease agreement.
Market Competition and Expansion:
Competition: There is limited direct competition in the immediate area.
Growth & Expansion: There are several growth opportunities for this business. A new owner may add fast casual food items, specialty coffees, carry out/delivery, unique gift items/baskets and aggressive internet marketing to take this business to the next level. The addition of catering, wedding venues and wholesale clients are untouched opportunities for a new operator. Catering to parties and events generally have solid margins, so marketing and advertising these services to the local community and businesses could prove to be beneficial as well.
Reason for Selling:
Owner is retiring.
Additional Details:
- The property is leased.
- The owner is willing to train/assist the new owner.
- This is not a homebased business opportunity.
- This is not a franchise resale opportunity.
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