Rise Baking Company has completed its acquisition of Clifton, New Jersey-based Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery, a leader in thaw-and-sell baked goods that serves retail and foodservice customers across the USA. The transaction marks its long-term growth strategy, building on a track record of strategic acquisitions that have strengthened its capabilities while maintaining a commitment to delivering high-quality bakery products to the marketplace.
Jimmy’s frozen cookie dough is made for consistent results and simple in-store baking. Available as scored sheets and cookie pucks, it delivers predictable spread and a soft, fresh-baked texture with warm aroma on demand. Long frozen stability supports easy planning and quick replenishment for high-traffic programs.
“We’ve admired what the Jimmy’s team has built over the years, and we’re excited to welcome them to Rise,” said Mark McNeil, chief executive officer of Minneapolis, Minnesota-headquartered Rise Baking Company. “What makes this acquisition special is the people. Jimmy’s has built an outstanding team, a strong culture and a reputation for delivering innovative products and service. Together, we’ll build on that foundation and the future of our business.”
For now, Jimmy’s will operate independently while both companies take a thoughtful approach to integration, ensuring continuity for employees, customers and partners.
“Our focus remains the same: delivering exceptional products and outstanding service to our customers,” said Michael Pisani, president of Jimmy’s. “With Rise, we’ll have even greater resources to innovate, grow and continue meeting our customers’ evolving needs.”
In business for more than 40 years, Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery operates three manufacturing facilities in New Jersey totaling more than 350,000 square feet. In addition to the Jimmy’s Cookies brand, the company’s portfolio including the King Krumb Cookie line and Ecce Panis artisan breads. Additionally, it has expertise in producing private label products.
This acquisition reflects Rise Baking Company’s continued investment in strategic growth and reinforces its commitment to expanding its range through complementary products and capabilities that bring specialized expertise, operational excellence and innovation to help customers succeed.
