Summary
Established artisan charcuterie producer in Castlemaine, VIC. Premium German-inspired products, strong brand, loyal clients, and significant growth potential.
Revenue
$1,120,000 pa
Net Profit
$623,474 pa
Location Details
Modern PrimeSafe-accredited production facility located in Castlemaine’s artisan food precinct. Easy access to Melbourne and regional distribution networks.
Further information available on request and siging of an NDA
Potential
Oakwood Smallgoods has strong foundations and significant growth opportunities. Expansion potential includes extending distribution into major Australian cities, developing export channels to Europe and Asia, adding new artisan charcuterie lines, and exploring co-branding or private label agreements with premium retailers. The established brand and scalable PrimeSafe-accredited facility provide an ideal platform for rapid growth under new ownership.
Skills
This business suits a buyer with experience in food production, FMCG sales, or gourmet retail. Knowledge of food safety standards, artisan processing techniques, and wholesale distribution is advantageous. Alternatively, a motivated entrepreneur with business management skills can take advantage of the existing skilled team and comprehensive handover support provided by current owners.
Hours
Monday to Friday operation with weekly weekend markets and occasional events.
Lease
Secure, affordable lease on purpose-built production facility in Castlemaine, VIC.
Employees
Currently operated by owners with a small skilled team assisting in production and packaging. Flexible staffing structure with potential to scale workforce as production volume increases.
Reason for Sale
The current owners are seeking to retire and divest Oakwood Smallgoods to a strategic buyer capable of unlocking its growth potential. After successfully establishing the brand and operations, they are looking for an investor or operator to take the business to its next stage of expansion, including broader domestic reach and potential export markets.
About the Business
Oakwood Smallgoods is an established artisan producer of traditional German-inspired charcuterie products, proudly based in Castlemaine, Victoria. Founded in 2018, the business has built a strong reputation for premium quality, using locally sourced Australian ingredients and time-honoured European techniques to deliver authentic flavour and craftsmanship.
Operating from a PrimeSafe-accredited production facility, Oakwood supplies a growing network of gourmet retailers, farm shops, delicatessens, restaurants, and direct-to-consumer customers. The brand has carved out a premium market position, consistently achieving 15% higher prices than mainstream competitors due to its artisan reputation and strong retailer mark-ups.
The business offers a diverse product range, including bratwurst, knackwurst, biersticks, smoked hams, salamis, and specialty charcuterie items. With scalable infrastructure, a skilled team, and well-established supply relationships, Oakwood Smallgoods is ideally placed for a new owner to accelerate growth.
Key strengths:
Highly regarded artisan brand with loyal customer base
Scalable, modern facility with capacity for increased production
Premium pricing power and consistent profitability
Diverse product portfolio appealing to retail and foodservice buyers
Potential to expand into major metro markets and export to Europe and Asia
Current owners willing to provide handover support for a smooth transition
This is an ideal opportunity for a buyer seeking to acquire a profitable, growing business in the specialty food sector, with strong foundations and clear pathways to expansion.
History
Oakwood Smallgoods was founded in 2018 to bring authentic European-style charcuterie to Australian food lovers. Over six years, the business has grown steadily, building a reputation for quality and craftsmanship. It now serves a loyal customer base and operates from a modern production facility in Castlemaine, with established recipes, processes, and supplier relationships ready for the next stage of growth.
Connect with us