From farm to shelf, Hawaii Foodservice Alliance handles it all.
Serving All Grocers and Clubs on All Islands, Every Day
Providing a bi-directional FSMA-compliant cold chain platform connecting Hawai’i with the U.S. Mainland. Our platform includes logistics, store delivery, merchandising and inventory control services, servicing every grocery store and club on all Hawaiian islands.
Direct Store Delivery (DSD)
Delivering fresh, perishable goods to all grocers and clubs across the islands daily.
Ocean Freight
Using temperature-controlled logistics to connect Hawaiʻi with the U.S. Mainland and global markets, while keeping products fresh and safe.
Air Freight
Expedited FSMA-compliant temperature-controlled Air Freight platform moves perishable goods between Hawaii and Global Markets.
Guaranteed Sales Programs
Supporting local businesses by ensuring their products succeed in the market—or buying back excess inventory.
In-Store Merchandising
Helping stores attract customers and sell more with expert merchandising services.
Inventory Management
From farm or manufacturer to store shelf, HFA's Inventory Management services help you keep track of product throughout the entire distribution chain.
Supporting Local Farmers and Food Producers
We’re proud to work alongside Hawai‘i’s farmers, food producers, and the Hawai‘i Farm Bureau to bring locally grown produce and homegrown products to stores across the islands. By investing in local agriculture, we’re strengthening Hawai‘i’s food systems and building a sustainable future for our communities.
HFA Is Positioned To Meet Your Needs
HFA is a locally-owned and operated full-service strategic solution to bring your products to Hawaii’s consumers. HFA connects local and mainland farms and manufacturers to every grocer, club and retailer in Hawaii.
Putting Safety and Quality First
Food safety is not just a priority—it’s our promise. HFA operates in full compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), and our facilities and vehicles are designed to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and quality.
Training
We require all team members to complete annual safety training in food safety, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP); food defense, pest control, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). We further the reinforcement of food safety, through our daily and weekly updates in our proprietary training system.
Vehicles & Equipment
We operate with one of the newest custom-designed fleets in the state. Our vehicles and equipment are monitored and maintained to the highest preventative maintenance standards.
Operations
Our operation provides the ability to maintain and monitor proper temperature zones (dry, chill, and frozen) and cleanliness throughout the entire cold-chain process from receiving, shipping to delivery.
Record Keeping
We employ a team of Food Safety professionals on each island to ensure our food safety programs, certifications, and records of facility and equipment maintenance, written procedures, agreements, and training are well maintained for our customers, employees, manufactures, and vendor partners.
Compliance & Audits
Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
Enables the U.S. Food & Drug Association (FDA) to better protect public health by strengthening our nation’s food safety systems. The focus of the act is to have effective prevention methods for potential food safety hazards in our food chain supply. At HFA, we are compliant with the FSMA. Our operations adhere to the acts regulation requirements.
Merieux NutriSciences Distribution Center Food Safety and Quality Systems
Audits verify the plants compliance with current regulations and industry practices through program reviews and on-site observations. This audit employs a combination of food safety principles, regulatory guidelines and industry best practices to provide an objective overview of the plants food safety management program. HFA has accomplished these audits since 2015 and has maintained a 98% rating since 2018.
Merieux NutriSciences BRCGS Certification
HFA has achieved the highest possible rating, AA, on the GFSI Benchmarked BRCGS Audit. This globally recognized certification highlights our commitment to the highest standards of food safety, quality, and operational excellence. As one of the few distributors in Hawaii with this prestigious certification, we stand out in the market by delivering unparalleled assurance to our customers and partners. This achievement underscores our dedication to consistently meeting and exceeding industry standards, providing safe, high-quality products every step of the way.
