The Cooper Street Bakery Advantage
Cooper Street Bakery combines the flexibility of entrepreneurial ownership with a sophisticated and experienced team to deliver innovative, partnership-driven, and industry-leading contract manufacturing results. Our nut-free, peanut-free facility maintains an exceptional SQF score of 96 and has over 50 million bar production capacity available on one open shift. With expertise in producing high-quality, consistent bars that meet brand standards, Cooper Street Bakery offers superior commercialization, production capabilities, and dedicated relationship management to ensure successful collaborations.
About Cooper Street Bakery
Harvest Valley started operations in 1990 and has been in the current facility located in La Salle, IL since 1992. In September 2024, the Surnow family purchased Harvest Valley; it has been renamed Cooper Street Bakery.
At Cooper Street Bakery, we put our passion and technical expertise to work for you. We take the success of the brands we partner with to heart and are driven by the collaborative relationships we forge with our partners. We consider these the essential ingredients in our recipe for success, and we are dedicated to helping you build brand equity on a foundation of trust, innovation, and consistent performance.

Why Choose Us
Choose Cooper Street Bakery for a partnership rooted in integrity and a passion for excellence. Our commitment to quality shines through in everything we do, as we continuously innovate and improve to meet the evolving needs of our customers. We embrace an ownership mentality, taking pride in every product and decision we make, guided by data-driven insights for smarter solutions. At Cooper Street Bakery, we believe in doing great work while having fun, fostering a positive, collaborative environment that ensures success for our team and partners alike.
INTEGRITY
Integrity is ingrained in every aspect of what we do. We treat others with respect and honesty, maintaining a high “say-do” ratio where commitments made are commitments kept. Each team member is accountable for their actions, with clear expectations and deliverables set for all. We encourage and support a culture of trust and reliability, essential for long-term success.
QUALITY FOCUSED
High Quality Product – We deliver high quality products by using REAL ingredients (nothing artificial, ever!), products that never compromise on taste, and consistency that consumers come to know and love us for.
High Quality Customer Service – Our consumers and customers are always top of mind – from the products we deliver to the services we provide; we always strive for excellence.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT & INNOVATION
We actively seek out new ideas and approaches, whether it’s through developing new products and processes or improving existing ones. All improvements and innovations will align with our mission of providing delicious, better-for you snacks while being impactful and recognized as a leader in the market. (calculated risk is encouraged)
OWNERSHIP MENTALITY
We champion an ownership mindset. Regardless of our role within the organization, each team member actively contributes to the company’s success by making decisions and taking actions as if they are owners themselves. We foster an environment that empowers and incentivizes team members to think creatively, take initiative, voice ideas, hold themselves accountable, and consider the impact of their choices on the company’s goals.
DATA DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
We emphasize the importance of basing decisions on clear, actionable insights utilizing a variety of data sources. These include sales and performance metrics, stakeholder feedback, and market research, to inform key decisions. By prioritizing data-driven approaches, we ensure that our choices are grounded in objective information, leading to more effective strategies and positive outcomes for the business.
HAVE FUN!
We encourage a lighthearted and enjoyable approach to our work. We foster an environment where creativity, enjoyment, and celebration are valued. We aim to create and share joy in everything we do, from product development to customer interactions, celebrating successes along the way. Having fun should be an integral part of our culture, making our products and workplace both enjoyable and memorable.
Our Team
