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Cairo, NY

Supporting rural bakers in scaling artisan sourdough operations through a transparent and community-rooted franchise model.

• Values-based franchising: Combines standardized systems with local identity and ownership.
• Proven track record: Founders operate a $1.2M wholesale bakery with 60+ B2B accounts.
• Strategic use of capital: Funds directed toward outreach, tech, legal setup, and operations.
• Long-term franchise vision: Supports up to 18 independent bakeries over five years.
• Industry-recognized excellence: Winners of multiple awards and respected within artisan breadmaking circles.

See & Be Kitchen is launching an innovative bakery franchise model aimed at supporting cottage bakers and home processors across rural communities in the Northeast. Building on the success of their own wholesale sourdough bread operation, the founders have created a business system designed to help aspiring bakers scale to medium production volumes while accessing proprietary recipes, specialized training, and comprehensive back-end support. The model differs from traditional franchises by allowing local storefronts to reflect individual community identities while unifying production processes and business systems.

Funds from this raise will support the initial rollout of up to 18 franchise locations over the next five years. The capital will be used for marketing and outreach, franchise acquisition and legal expenses, technology infrastructure, and payroll to sustain operational functions. The team aims to empower bakers through training in food safety, CRM tools, production scheduling, and self-distribution, providing the structure needed to transition from home kitchens to viable local businesses. Franchisees have the option to continue as operators or transition to co-op ownership after the franchise term. Through this model, See & Be Kitchen aims to foster local economic impact while creating a scalable, transparent pathway for artisan breadmakers to thrive.

Company Info

See & Be Kitchen is launching a franchise model to help cottage bakers scale into wholesale artisan bakeries serving rural communities.

See & Be Kitchen is a rural, woman- and minority-owned artisan bakery based in Cairo, NY, focused on long-fermentation sourdough bread and croissants made with organic, locally sourced ingredients. The company has gained national recognition for its award-winning products and sustainable practices, building a $1.2M annual wholesale business that supports over 60 local businesses.

Now expanding through an innovative franchise model, See & Be Kitchen aims to empower cottage bakers with the tools, training, and systems needed to scale into successful, community-based wholesale bakeries. Each franchise includes proprietary recipes, operational systems, CRM tools, and support in production scheduling, sales, and logistics. The model emphasizes local identity while standardizing backend operations, enabling rural communities to benefit from high-quality, locally produced baked goods and allowing bakers to grow with reduced risk.