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Hawaiian Host Group

Macadamia nut confections manufacturer and distributor

Seasonal Sales Merchandiser

Part-TimeUpdated on 10/21/2026
$22 - $23/hr
Junior
Associate's
Honolulu, HI, USA
In Person
RetailMerchandising

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience is required.
  • At least one year of merchandising or related work experience is required.
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
  • A valid driver's license and access to a reliable personal vehicle are required.
  • The employee must be able to meet the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Use a personal vehicle to merchandise products at designated locations.
  • Stock, maintain, and monitor merchandising, including stocking customer shelves, ensuring proper product placement, rotation, and pricing, and setting up displays.
  • Assist the sales team with its accounts and coordinate individual work duties.
  • Accurately maintain a work log accounting for activities and driving time between accounts.
  • Maintain good relationships with store management and associates by providing regular service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Assist with schematic resets and participate in other sales activities and projects.
  • Perform work in a clean, neat, and safe manner and carry out duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Attend work regularly.
  • Visit and work at different worksites; communicate with coworkers and outside trade persons or vendors, respond to their written or verbal requests, read, compose written language, and receive verbal instructions.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate degree in a business-related field is preferred.

About the company

Hawaiian Host Group makes macadamia nut and chocolate confections through a family of brands with its own orchards and manufacturing plants in Hawaii, selling products in 23+ countries. Its portfolio includes Hawaiian Host’s chocolate-dipped macadamias, Mauna Loa roasted and flavored macadamias and macadamia milk ice cream, KOHO artisanal chocolates, and brands like MacFarms and Kapua Orchards. It differentiates itself through vertical integration from orchards to finished confections, a broad multi-brand lineup, and a focus on Hawaii-sourced ingredients and omiyage gifts. Its goal is to grow a worldwide platform for macadamia-based confections while sustaining family heritage and community initiatives.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Honolulu, Hawaii

Founded

1927

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What believers are saying

  • April 2026 AlohaMacs packaging refresh and Mauna Loa Kapua Estates launch support shelf momentum.
  • September 30, 2025 Mauna Loa launched Dill Pickle Macadamias, widening distribution into mainstream salty snacks.
  • About 430 island employees and 3,000 dependent jobs anchor local goodwill, supplier access, and political support.

What critics are saying

  • April 29, 2026 lawsuit alleges deceptive foreign nut sourcing; California-style class actions spread quickly.
  • May 2026 hiring data show only about 500 employees, signaling tight scale against national CPG rivals.
  • If consumers accept the Hawaiian authenticity challenge, HHG's premium pricing collapses by 2027.

What makes Hawaiian Host Group unique

  • Hawaiian Host Group owns Hawaii's largest branded macadamia platform, spanning orchard, factory, and brands.
  • April 21, 2026 leadership change installed Michael Fox and Luis Carbajal for execution discipline.
  • Hawaiian Host, Mauna Loa, and KOHO target omiyage, snacks, and premium gifting separately.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Discounts