About

Perfecting the Art and Science of Sweet Baked Goods since 1934

Based in Charlotte, Carolina Foods has led the sweet baked goods industry for over 90 years combining decades of bakery science expertise with state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to make everything 100% from scratch.

Honey buns in production

About

Perfecting the Art and Science of Sweet Baked Goods since 1934

Based in Charlotte, Carolina Foods has led the sweet baked goods industry for over 90 years combining decades of bakery science expertise with state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to make everything 100% from scratch.

Honey buns in production

About

Perfecting the Art and Science of Sweet Baked Goods since 1934

Based in Charlotte, Carolina Foods has led the sweet baked goods industry for over 90 years combining decades of bakery science expertise with state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to make everything 100% from scratch.

Honey buns in production

Our Mission

At Carolina Foods, our mission is to be the bakery partner of choice for those seeing best-in-class baked goods and manufacturing capabilities.

Heritage

90+ years of expertise

Commitment

100% made from scratch

Quality

Superior taste, texture and shelf life

Consistency

Gold standard quality, safety and service 365 days a year.

Our Mission

At Carolina Foods, our mission is to be the bakery partner of choice for those seeing best-in-class baked goods and manufacturing capabilities.

Heritage

90+ years of expertise

Commitment

100% made from scratch

Quality

Superior taste, texture and shelf life

Consistency

Gold standard quality, safety and service 365 days a year.

Our Mission

At Carolina Foods, our mission is to be the bakery partner of choice for those seeing best-in-class baked goods and manufacturing capabilities.

Heritage

90+ years of expertise

Commitment

100% made from scratch

Quality

Superior taste, texture and shelf life

Consistency

Gold standard quality, safety and service 365 days a year.

Bakery Partner of Choice for Leading Retailers

21,698

convenience
stores

8,600

value
retailers

4,505

conventional
grocers

3,419

Mass-market
Retailers

873

CLUB
STORES

What people are saying

Carolina Foods’ new baking facility in Pineville, NC is a shining example of what is possible for bakery production with today’s technology and engineering.

bakingbusiness.com

Bakery Partner of Choice for Leading Retailers

21,698

convenience
stores

8,600

value
retailers

4,505

conventional
grocers

3,419

Mass-market
Retailers

873

CLUB
STORES

What people are saying

Carolina Foods’ new baking facility in Pineville, NC is a shining example of what is possible for bakery production with today’s technology and engineering.

bakingbusiness.com

Bakery Partner of Choice for Leading Retailers

21,698

convenience
stores

8,600

value
retailers

4,505

conventional
grocers

3,419

Mass-market
Retailers

873

CLUB
STORES

What people are saying

Carolina Foods’ new baking facility in Pineville, NC is a shining example of what is possible for bakery production with today’s technology and engineering.

bakingbusiness.com

Heritage

Pioneers in Sweet Baked Goods since 1934

Since 1934, Carolina Foods has been an innovator in the category of sweet baked goods.

First to crack the code on extended shelf life

First to introduce the beloved honey bun

Experts in innovation

Gem donut production line

Heritage

Pioneers in Sweet Baked Goods since 1934

Since 1934, Carolina Foods has been an innovator in the category of sweet baked goods.

First to crack the code on extended shelf life

First to introduce the beloved honey bun

Experts in innovation

Gem donut production line

Heritage

Pioneers in Sweet Baked Goods since 1934

Since 1934, Carolina Foods has been an innovator in the category of sweet baked goods.

First to crack the code on extended shelf life

First to introduce the beloved honey bun

Experts in innovation

Gem donut production line
Honey buns
Cinammon rolls
Fried mini pies
Gem donut variety
Honey buns
Cinammon rolls
Fried mini pies
Gem donut variety
Honey buns
Cinammon rolls
Fried mini pies
Gem donut variety
Carolina Foods employees enjoying a day at work

Working Here

Why Carolina Foods is a Delicious Place to work

At Carolina Foods, the recipe for a great workplace starts with its people. Rooted in tradition yet always innovating, the company blends a family-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and creativity. 

Carolina Foods employees enjoying a day at work

Working Here

Why Carolina Foods is a Delicious Place to work

At Carolina Foods, the recipe for a great workplace starts with its people. Rooted in tradition yet always innovating, the company blends a family-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and creativity. 

Carolina Foods employees enjoying a day at work

Working Here

Why Carolina Foods is a Delicious Place to work

At Carolina Foods, the recipe for a great workplace starts with its people. Rooted in tradition yet always innovating, the company blends a family-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and creativity. 

Carolina Foods News

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Sweet Success. How Carolina Foods Drives Growth with Automation

Sweet Success. How Carolina Foods Drives Growth with Automation

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Jan 15, 2025

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Food Engineering Announces 2025 Plant of the Year Award Winner

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Aug 8, 2024

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Carolina Foods Maps Out Future Growth

Carolina Foods Maps Out Future Growth

Carolina Foods Maps Out Future Growth

Jul 25, 2024

Jul 25, 2024

Jul 25, 2024

Carolina Foods levels up with Schubert packaging system

Carolina Foods levels up with Schubert packaging system

Carolina Foods levels up with Schubert packaging system

Your partner
in sweet success

Trusted by leading retailers for products that deliver on quality, taste, consistency and performance.

Your partner
in sweet success

Trusted by leading retailers for products that deliver on quality, taste, consistency and performance.

Your partner
in sweet success

Trusted by leading retailers for products that deliver on quality, taste, consistency and performance.

  • Heritage

  • commitment

  • capability

  • quality

  • consistency

  • safety

  • scalability

  • service

  • innovation

  • Heritage

  • commitment

  • capability

  • quality

  • consistency

  • safety

  • scalability

  • service

  • innovation

  • Heritage

  • commitment

  • capability

  • quality

  • consistency

  • safety

  • scalability

  • service

  • innovation

est 1934

​​At Carolina Foods, we don’t just make delicious baked goods—we build lasting partnerships. We’re committed to helping your business grow with high-quality products, reliable service and channel-specific solutions that meet your unique needs. 

Copyright 2025 Carolina Foods. All rights reserved

est 1934

​​At Carolina Foods, we don’t just make delicious baked goods—we build lasting partnerships. We’re committed to helping your business grow with high-quality products, reliable service and channel-specific solutions that meet your unique needs. 

Copyright 2025 Carolina Foods. All rights reserved

est 1934

​​At Carolina Foods, we don’t just make delicious baked goods—we build lasting partnerships. We’re committed to helping your business grow with high-quality products, reliable service and channel-specific solutions that meet your unique needs. 

Copyright 2025 Carolina Foods. All rights reserved