Established Fresh Pasta and Sauce Business with Catering in Northern California
Off-MarketSan Francisco Bay Area, CA
Established Fresh Pasta And Sauce Business Operating Through Farmers Markets Across The San Francisco Bay Area. The Business Sells Freshly Prepared Italian Pasta Products And Sauces, With Additional Delivery And Catering Services.
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$650,000
$195,000
30.0%
2020
Past 24h
Customers
Primarily retail consumers purchasing fresh pasta, sauces, and ready-to-prepare meals at farmers markets throughout the Bay Area. The business also serves delivery customers and occasional catering clients.
Customer Acquisition
Primarily through word-of-mouth referrals, repeat customers, and its established presence at farmers' markets. The owner reported minimal spending on advertising or formal marketing.
Team
The business employs approximately 12–15 part-time employees, primarily supporting farmers market operations, especially on weekends. Pasta production is outsourced to a co-packer, while the owner handles sauce preparation and overall operational management.
Owner's Role
The owner is actively involved in daily operations, including preparing sauces, overseeing production and inventory, and coordinating employee schedules and farmers market operations. He also serves as the business's chef, while pasta production is handled by a third-party co-packer.
Reason for Selling
The owner is looking for greater personal freedom and is preparing to launch another business project overseas. He is considering selling rather than personally managing the next stage of expansion.
Contracts
No
Real Estate
No. The business operates from a rented warehouse and has equipment, including refrigeration units, coolers, tents, tables, and other items used for farmers market operations. The owner indicated these assets would be available as part of a turnkey business operation.
When Are You Looking to Sell
Within the next 3-6 months
Licenses Required
Yes. The business requires commercial kitchen and food-related permits, along with market-specific and county-specific approvals. The owner reported operating across four counties, each with its own permitting requirements, and stated that the business currently holds the necessary permits.
Additional Notes
The owner reported approximately 20%–30% annual business growth over the past six years. The business expects to sell approximately 80,000 items in 2026 at an average selling price of around $12 per item. These are owner projections rather than confirmed annual sales figures. The owner described the operation as a turnkey opportunity, with an established presence across approximately 25–30 farmers markets per week. The business is not dependent on a traditional restaurant storefront. The owner is currently evaluating whether to expand the operation himself or sell to a buyer capable of managing its continued growth.
Business ID: 2134
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