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As your local family owned bakery, we have been baking for our community since 1929. 
We are a 4th generation full line bakery.

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The Beginning

In 1929 Norman and Julia Potter opened the first location in downtown Traverse City. Shortly after opening they had to close up shop due to the sugar rations and  then later reopened. They ran the shop with a handful of employees until Norman partnered with his son Jerry, Mike’s Dad, who owned and ran the bakery into the 50’s when Jerry bought his Dad out and ran the business solo. In 1984 Mike and Kathy decided to keep the tradition alive and ran the business until January of 2024. 
Now their middle daughter Becky and her husband Bill are running the business They are full of ideas and are excited to see what lies ahead in the future! 

This video was created by the talented Scott Berry who has a passion for sharing peoples' stories through video here in Northern Michigan and beyond!

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  About Our Team  

4th Generation

Owners

Becky & Bill

Together they have decided to carry Potter's Bakery into its 4th generation of owners.

Becky has grown up in the Bakery since she was a little tot. Bill decided to marry into the Potter family back in 2013 and together they have three children and a pup at home.

They love all things outdoors and really love to dive into projects of all kinds.

A little back story,

Bill met Becky at the bakery when working for a local pizza shop! He used to come into the bakery to pick up their sub buns and Becky would wait on him at the counter. One thing led to another and here they are, partners in crime and always up for a healthy challenge!

We are looking for experienced Decorators, Bakers, Donut Fryers & Friendly Faces to help our amazing community!


We've attached our application on the button below and please after filling up the form kindly send it to
info.pottersbakery@gmail.com




Join our team!

Services

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Cake Design

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Visit our store location on 8th St. Or call 231-947-5125 for more information on Custom Cake Design
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Sweet Treats

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Our cookies, cupcakes, and other delicious items are ready for pickup! Stop in and grab a box today!
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Original Recipes

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We use the finest and freshest ingredients. Wherever possible, we use local products, and it shows in the taste of our fine baked goods!

Call 231-947-5125 to Place Your Order Today!

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 6am to 4pm
Saturday - 7am to 2pm
Sunday - 7am until we sell out

 All general Inquiries and Cakes weddings.pottersbakery@gmail.com

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