Continental Baking Group

Continental Baking Group is one of the largest industrial bakery operations in the United States, headquartered in Chicago with production facilities in Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. The company produces a comprehensive range of bakery products for retail, foodservice, and in-store bakery programs. Their portfolio includes frozen dough, par-baked artisan breads, hamburger and hot dog buns, sandwich bread, bagels, croissants, and sweet goods. Continental operates both conventional and clean-label production lines, responding to growing consumer demand for simplified ingredient lists. The company's R&D center in Chicago develops custom products for major restaurant chains and grocery retailers, with capabilities spanning formulation, shelf-life testing, and sensory evaluation. Continental Baking recently completed a major expansion of its frozen dough capacity.