Great Harvest Bread
Great Harvest Bread franchise for sale in De Pere, Wisconsin
List Price: $100,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$700,000 USD
Cash Flow
Upon Inquiry
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
Upon Inquiry
Value of Assets
Upon Inquiry
Year Established
1994
Business Operates From
A retail location
Location Is
Owned
Approx. Monthly Rent
$3,500
Total Employees
10–25
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
Part-timeOwner
Involvement
About this Business
Turn Key Great Harvest Bakery and Cafe location available in DePere, WI! Located across from the area’s top private elementary school, near St. Norbert College, and just steps from the Mulva Cultural Center. With strong traffic counts and ongoing area development, this is the perfect location! Reach out for details.
Growth opportunities
Opportunity to grow by expanding the whole sale, catering, and coffee program.
About Great Harvest Bread
Great Harvest Bread Company is a franchise specializing in made-from-scratch whole grain breads and bakery café products, founded in 1976 by Pete and Laura Wakeman in Montana. The brand is known for baking fresh bread daily using simple, high-quality ingredients, including wheat sourced from local Montana farmers. Over nearly 50 years, Great Harvest has grown to nearly 200 independently owned locations across 45 states, maintaining a strong emphasis on authenticity, community, and individuality. The franchise offers a variety of bakery items, sandwiches, soups, salads, and breakfast options, evolving into a bakery-café model that serves customers throughout the day.
Franchisee Support
Great Harvest provides franchisees with comprehensive training in baking techniques, store operations, marketing, and accounting. Support includes assistance with site selection, store design, and ongoing operational guidance. The company fosters a collaborative franchise community focused on excellence, innovation, and local customization.
Brand Accolades & Awards
Great Harvest is recognized as the nation’s first family of independently owned whole grain bakeries and has built a loyal customer and franchisee base. Its longevity, consistent growth, and reputation for quality underscore its respected standing in the bakery franchise sector.
Industry / Market
The bakery café segment is expanding as consumers increasingly seek fresh, wholesome, and locally sourced food options. Great Harvest’s focus on whole grain breads and made-from-scratch products aligns with growing health and wellness trends, positioning it well for continued market relevance and growth.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Great Harvest franchisee is passionate about baking, quality food, and community engagement. Prior baking or restaurant experience is helpful but not mandatory due to thorough training. Owners should be committed to hands-on operation and maintaining high product and service standards.