Kneaders Bakery & Cafe is a fast-casual bakery chain with the motto “It’s all about the bread.” It was created in the tradition of family-owned European bakeries and specializes in hand-kneaded, made-from-scratch breads as well as specialty cakes and other foods. It offers catering and gift baskets along with dine-in services. Gary and Colleen Worthington founded Kneaders in 1997 in Orem, Utah; there are now 23 franchised restaurants in the chain spanning Utah, Arizona and Idaho. The concept plans to expand into Colorado, Texas and Nevada in the coming year.
| Location | Orem, Utah |
|---|---|
| 2012 Systemwide Sales ($000) | $26,000,000* |
| YOY Sales Change | 40.5% |
| 2012 U.S. Units | 21 |
| 2012 Average Unit Volume ($000) | $1,400,000* |
| Future 50 Year | 2013 |
*Technomic estimate
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