‘Ohana Testimonials

The HFA culture is built on a foundation of respect, diversity, commitment and partnership. HFA values the growth of its team members and invests in personal and professional development. We identify and nurture the leadership potential in our team members. 

Filsann

Filsann – Director of Food Safety Compliance

“I want everyone to know what an incredible workplace HFA truly is. HFA doesn’t just provide jobs – it offers careers that make a lasting impact on employees and their ohana. For many of us, especially as first-generation leaders,
opportunities like this might not have been possible elsewhere.

I am deeply honored to share my journey at HFA, where I’ve grown both personally and professionally. HFA has shown me that leadership isn’t about having all the answers from the start, it’s about taking that first step, believing in yourself, and being supported along the way.
To anyone who might doubt their potential, I want to say this: If you’re willing to trust in yourself and put in the effort, becoming a leader at HFA is absolutely within your reach. HFA believes in its people, and I’m living proof that success here is achievable.
I hope my story inspires others to take that leap and embrace the incredible opportunities that HFA has to offer.”

Dennis

Dennis – Statewide Director of Operations

“By watching my co-workers and jumping on opportunities, I was promoted several times, first to warehouse lead then to second shift Assistant Manager. My boss really believed in me, invested in me and helped me grow as a leader. I am now the Statewide Director of Warehousing, with staffing and operations across all islands and the West Coast.

There are so many opportunities for growth and advancement at HFA. The only thing that will hold you back from learning, growing and moving up is yourself. HFA is a honest place to work where everyone is treated with respect.”

Sammy

Sammy – Lead CDL Driver Oʻahu

“HFA takes care of their employees…I remember my first few weeks – I was delivering bread and got chewed out by the customer’s receiver for an invoice discrepancy. I was pissed and ready to quit. I was venting at the warehouse and letting off steam. One of the guys was listening – I thought he was the computer guy – turns out he was the owner of the Company, Chad Buck. Chad called the supervisor at the store and backed me up. That meant a lot to me … a brand new employee, and the owner of the company got my back.

HFA is a cool place — the right mix of people that get along and respect each other. HFA encourages drivers to get trained up for the next level of license. They pay for and schedule the training. The trucks are always maintained — HFA cares about our safety.”

Mele

Mele – Admin Support Manager

“I started with HFA in July 2015, answering phones and taking customer orders. I was super shy and quiet. This was my first office job, and it was a bit overwhelming. I was scared, excited and nervous all at the same time. HFA is a total 180 change from my prior employer — people are supportive and encouraging. My managers gave me the info and tools that I need to do the job successfully.

It’s been a journey from when I started — a journey where I’ve learned, grown, been challenged, appreciated and respected. I look forward to what’s coming next.”

Jeff

Jeff – Director of Distribution

“With support from my supervisor and the owner of the company, I worked in various positions and learned many aspects of operations. We collaborated and continually improved efficiencies as we grew, which led to my positions as Merchandising Manager, Warehouse Manager, and now, Director of Distribution, leading over 50 drivers.

HFA is super unique. We invest in our employees and trust that they do right by us, because we do right by them. HFA puts faith in their employees, invests in them with in-house CDL training, family medical premium contributions, the employee bread program, hurricane prep support and more. We’re in this as a team. Everyone is always ready to jump in, regardless of whose job it is. That is ʻOhana.”

Jennifer – Safety Coordinator

“In some industries, it’s harder for women to get promoted to higher levels, but at HFA, I’ve been able to gain experience in a higher-skilled position that I wouldn’t have gotten anywhere else. There are more females in higher positions at HFA than any place I’ve worked.

HFA is a great positive environment to come to every day…everybody helps everyone out, regardless of position, title or department. HFA continues to grow with new customers and new lines of business, and I feel that there will be additional opportunities for me to grow and advance in the future.”