Summary
Profitable cake & café business on the Bellarine. Tracking ~$420K revenue with low rent and multiple income streams. Ideal owner-operator opportunity.
Location Details
Well-positioned on the Bellarine Peninsula with strong local following and repeat trade. Exact location and lease details provided to qualified buyers. Located on the Bellarine Taste Trail.
Potential
Strong growth potential through increased wholesale, expanded online sales, and extended trading hours. Opportunity to improve margins as an owner-operator by reducing reliance on subcontractors and streamlining operations. Capacity exists to grow workshop bookings and introduce new product lines.
Skills
No formal qualifications required. Suitable for a baker, café operator, or motivated owner-operator. Basic business, customer service, and organisational skills are beneficial. Systems and processes are in place, and full training will be provided for a smooth transition.
Hours
Tuesday to Friday 9am to 3pm
Saturday 9am to 2pm
Lease
Secure kitchen lease (2+2 yrs). Café space month-to-month with option to secure. Total occupancy ~$26K p.a.
Employees
Currently supported by a small team including kitchen and casual staff. Structure allows flexibility, with opportunity for an owner-operator to reduce staffing costs and increase profitability if desired.
Reason for Sale
The business has been taken through a strong growth and setup phase and is now operating profitably. The owner is looking to step back and focus on other commitments, creating an opportunity for a new owner to take over and continue building on the existing foundation.
About the Business
Well-established boutique cake and café business on the Bellarine Peninsula, offering a combination of custom cakes, café sales, wholesale supply, and workshops.
The business is currently tracking toward $380K–$400K in annual revenue and is operating profitably with consistent weekly turnover. It benefits from a loyal customer base, strong local reputation, and repeat business across multiple revenue streams.
Operations are supported by a fully equipped commercial kitchen and an adjoining retail/café space, providing flexibility in how the business is run. Systems and workflows are already in place, making it suitable for a smooth transition to a new owner.
This opportunity is well suited to an owner-operator, couple, or small team looking to step into an established business with immediate income and further growth potential.
History
Originally established as a home-based business, it has grown into a recognised local brand with a physical presence on the Bellarine Peninsula.
Over time, the business has expanded from custom cake orders into a broader offering including café service, wholesale supply, and workshops. This evolution has created multiple income streams and a solid base of repeat customers.
The business has continued to develop year-on-year and is now positioned as a stable, profitable operation with systems in place and room for further growth.
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