loss prevention specialist

For over 111 years, Y. Hata has proudly supported Hawaiʻi's foodservice industry as a trusted, locally owned, family-run business. Our legacy is built not only on excellence, but on lasting relationships, tradition, and a deep commitment to our community.

At Y. Hata, we're dedicated to providing a purpose-driven workplace where every team member is embraced as part of our ʻOhana, and where dedication and heart are met with opportunity, support, and growth. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on cultivating a positive, engaging culture rooted in our Core Values — one where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact and grow with purpose, we invite you to become part of the next chapter in our legacy of heart and excellence.

Starting Pay: $21.00 to $26.00 per hour

Position Summary Description:

Ensures the security of Company facilities, with a focus on ChefZone, through the monitoring and use of surveillance and access control systems, conducting regular inspections and observation, assisting with investigations of asset losses, policy violations, and security breaches, and providing recommendations on security improvements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists Asset Protection manager and Loss Prevention Supervisor with the issuance and maintenance of employee ID badges/access cards. Monitors and modifies access rights in accordance to individual job responsibilities and work schedule.
• Monitors surveillance cameras to ensure internal and external security.
• Assists with security vendors (Alert Alarm, Jan Guard Security, etc.) to schedule repairs and maintenance for security equipment, update notification lists as needed.
• Maintains documentation of all loss prevention activity.
• Conducts surveillance of external theft suspects in compliance with ChefZones Ethical Standards and Apprehension Guidelines. Monitors customer and associate activity in the store to prevent potential theft of ChefZone assets.
• Assists in monitoring store compliance with ChefZone policies and procedures on theft deterrence, safety and operational controls.
• Conducts inspections and audits of the facilities and procedures involving loss prevention and security, including will call, day and night warehouse operations, cash handling and cash register operations.
• Conducts regular inspections of inventory items with large/frequent shrinkage. For ChefZone location verifies proper labeling on inventory items and audits proper scanning of items at the register.
• Assists with investigations of asset losses, policy violations and security breaches.
• Uses the Company's Mission/Vision Statements and Core Values as their guiding principles.

Qualifications:

• Must have High School diploma and valid driver's license.
• Experience in warehouse distribution retail environment and previous loss prevention, law enforcement, or related experience highly preferred.
• Must have current State of Hawaii Guard Card

Physical Demands:

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Days/Hours of Work:

Position hours are Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Overnight and weekends hours also required.

Why You'll Love Working at Y. Hata

We believe our employees deserve more than just a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your well-being, growth, and success — both on and off the job.

• Rewarding Compensation – Competitive pay, merit increases, and flexible pay options.
• Your Health Matters – Robust medical, vision, and life insurance; EAP support.
• Time to Recharge – PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• More Than Just Perks – Paid parking, safety gear, uniforms, celebrations, discounts.
• Investing in You – Tuition assistance and development opportunities.
• Plan for Tomorrow – 401(k), Roth 401(k), and After-Tax 401(k) with company match.

Y. Hata & Co., Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.