EL PASO, TX – With the support of the City of El Paso and the County of El Paso, Grupo Bafar, a leader in food production, announced plans to expand its operations in El Paso, Texas.
The City Council approved a performance-based incentive agreement for US$715,771 and the County Commissioners approved an incentive agreement for nearly US$166,000 that will help support Grupo Bafar’s nearly US$22 million investment.
The Mexican company plans to acquire and renovate the Kasco Structures building and build a new 60,000 sq. ft. cold storage warehouse. The project will create 120 new full-time jobs at a minimum wage of US$17.65 and retain 155 existing jobs in El Paso, while helping to address the challenge of food deserts.
“For 40 years, Grupo Bafar has been dedicated to making high quality food that customers love. Grupo Bafar is excited to grow our roots even further in El Paso. We are grateful to the City of El Paso, El Paso County and Borderplex Alliance for their tremendous support,” said Jorge Alberto Baeza Fares, CEO of Bafar Alimentos.
“Grupo Bafar has been an important part of the El Paso business community since 1987. We are pleased to support companies like Grupo Bafar, who not only see great potential in our community, but also align with the city’s climate goals by committing to secure 95% of the new facility’s energy needs from solar power,” said El Paso Mayor Oscar Lesser.
County Judge Ricardo Samaniego, commented that cultivating a thriving local economy requires more than just ambition, but demands a commitment to excellence and the relentless pursuit of quality.
“BAFAR Holdings contributes to El Paso County’s local supply chain by supporting its logistics operations through the use of the Tornillo-Guadalupe Port of Entry, which serves as a gateway for trade and commerce. It is also refreshing to see their dedication to hiring local talent, which plays a crucial role in driving growth and resiliency in our community,” said Samaniego.
Grupo Bafar also intends to expand its grocery store presence in Texas over the next five years, bringing even more employment opportunities to the state.
The company’s new positions will include roles in operations, maintenance, sanitation, quality control, warehouse logistics, among others. With more than 12,000 employees worldwide, Bafar Group brings decades of experience in the food industry to El Paso. The company’s continued investment in the region underscores its belief in El Paso as a center of economic opportunity.
