Arizmendi Bakery

Arizmendi Bakery[edit | edit source]

Arizmendi Bakery is a worker-owned cooperative bakery located in the San Francisco Bay Area. It was founded in 1997 and is named after José María Arizmendiarrieta, the founder of the Mondragon Corporation in Spain.

History[edit | edit source]

Arizmendi Bakery was established in 1997 in the North Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, California. It was inspired by the success of the Cheese Board Collective, another worker-owned cooperative bakery located in Berkeley, California.

The bakery operates under the principles of the Mondragon Corporation, which emphasizes democratic decision-making and shared ownership among its workers. This cooperative model allows the employees to have a say in the bakery's operations and share in its profits.

Products[edit | edit source]

Arizmendi Bakery offers a wide range of baked goods, including bread, pastries, and cookies. Their bread selection includes sourdough, whole wheat, and specialty loaves. They also offer a variety of pastries such as croissants, muffins, and scones. The bakery takes pride in using high-quality ingredients and traditional baking techniques to create delicious and wholesome products.

Locations[edit | edit source]

Arizmendi Bakery currently operates several locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. These include:

Oakland location: Located in the North Oakland neighborhood of Oakland, California.
San Francisco location: Located in the Inner Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco, California.
Emeryville location: Located in Emeryville, California.

Community Involvement[edit | edit source]

Arizmendi Bakery is actively involved in its local community. The bakery supports various local organizations and events, and often donates baked goods to fundraisers and charitable causes. They also prioritize sourcing ingredients from local farmers and suppliers, contributing to the sustainability of the local food system.