Companies King's Hawaiian

King's Hawaiian

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Total Offices: 3

1,411 Total Employees

Year Founded: 1950

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What's It Like to Work at King's Hawaiian?

Updated on January 27, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

General Market Perception

King's Hawaiian is recognized as one of the strongest employers in its industry; a stable and rewarding workplace; an innovator where people want to work; and a company known for a supportive culture and benefits. It ranks in the top 15% of companies for BuiltIn's Employer Reputation Score in 2026; an Indeed rating of 3.5; a Glassdoor rating of 3.7, demonstrating a strong overall reputation, and broad external validation of employee experience.

Additional signals of its overall reputation include inclusion in BuiltIn’s Best Places to Work award two years in a row (2024 and 2025); BuiltIn coverage highlighting a top-flight employee experience. Leadership reinforces its reputation in the market by placing a high premium on the candidate AND the employee experience. The culture stems from Hawaii and is based on dignity and respect across all levels.

King's Hawaiian Employee Reviews

King's Hawaiian is a supportive workplace, with an honest and open culture that encourages good work-life balance and rewards excellent work. Their core values are not just hot air, but actual beliefs that they organize the company around. The support I receive and the freedom I am given to work creatively allows me to do my best.

Brock Kuhlman, Senior Research Scientist

Working at King’s Hawaiian has been a truly rewarding experience. From day one, I’ve felt welcomed into a vibrant culture that values teamwork, creativity, and respect. The people here are not just colleagues; they are like family, always ready to support one another and celebrate our successes together.

Anthony Le, Service Desk Manager

Working at King's Hawaiian is like joining a family dedicated to creating something truly sweet and irresistible. From the bread we bake to the culture we build, every day feels special!

Jason Woods, Senior HR Business Partner

King's Hawaiian is a company deeply rooted in values, while also remaining open to new ideas and ways of working. 2 of those values that I resonate deeply with are: giving back to the community through volunteer initiatives, and operating from a place of joy. For both employees and consumers, those values emanate directly from our company's DNA.

Ava Pomerance, Innovation Associate

What People Are Saying About King's Hawaiian

Values & Integrity: The company emphasizes an ’Ohana/Aloha culture grounded in dignity, respect, and direct-yet-respectful communication, with culture and values positioned as the starting point for hiring and management. Brand messaging highlights long-running Hawaii roots and community partnerships that reinforce a values-forward identity.
Benefits & Perks: Public materials outline medical, dental, vision, EAP, disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) with match, with benefits repeatedly emphasized across employer materials and profiles. Additional mentions of PTO and wellness offerings indicate a competitive, mid-market style package.
Market Position & Stability: Expansion of production capacity in Oakwood, Georgia and a large Indiana bakery under development signal steady demand and continued operational investment. Ongoing hiring and site growth point to stability and role creation across operations and support functions.