ZEPHYRHILLS, FL — Bauducco Foods, a Brazilian cookie company, broke ground on its newest production and distribution facility in Zephyrhills, FL.
“We conducted an extensive analysis of over 160 potential sites across seven states, and Zephyrhills stood out as the ideal location,” said Stefano Mozzi, CEO of Bauducco USA. “From the business-friendly environment to the fantastic support from the business development teams in the state, county and city, we knew Zephyrhills was the right place.”
The new facility will sit on 72 acres at the Zephyrhills Airport Industrial Park Ready site. Bauducco expects to invest more than $200 million in the facility, which will be allocated to production and distribution across the US. The facility will produce a variety of baked goods including biscuits, wafers and the company’s signature Panettones.
“The groundbreaking of Bauducco Foods marks an exciting new chapter for Zephyrhills,” said Zephyrhills Mayor Melonie Bahr Monson. “Their investment not only brings hundreds of high-wage jobs and economic growth but also reinforces our city’s reputation as a prime destination for business and industry. We look forward to a prosperous partnership and the sweet success that lies ahead.”
The Zephyrhills facility will be developed in three phases. The first phase is expected to be operational by mid-2026, the second phase by 2028 and the third by 2030. Bauducco anticipates the bakery will create approximately 600 new jobs in the Tampa Bay area, with 120 full-time positions opening in phase one.
Bauducco’s new facility will allow the company greater flexibility to expand its portfolio and bring new, innovative products to the US market. Established in 1952, the global company produces more than 400,000 tons of baked goods annually.
