King's Hawaiian's Royal Rise!
Few things are as satisfying as biting into a warm, fluffy King’s Hawaiian roll. Whether you’re planning a family cookout or just grabbing a quick snack, these soft, sweet rolls have a magical way of tying every meal together. And now, they’re sweetening up Georgia’s business landscape!
King’s Hawaiian just announced a $54 million expansion to its already-booming facility in Hall County, set to kick off in Q2 of 2026. This sweet move promises new jobs, fresh flavors, and a big boost to Georgia’s growing food and manufacturing industries!
What’s Baking?
Here’s the scoop on what King’s Hawaiian is cooking up with this big investment:
- $54 million investment to expand King’s Hawaiian’s existing 150,000-square-foot Oakwood facility.
- 135+ new jobs spanning management, maintenance, food safety, and quality control.
- New production line to create exciting new flavors of Pretzel Bites.
Where Business and Buns Rise Together
King’s Hawaiian isn’t new to Georgia’s food scene. This new development marks their sixth major expansion in Hall County since 2010. And just two years ago, the company opened Hello Hilo in Gainesville, a pilot restaurant that brings a fresh take on Hawaiian flavors to the local community.
Why does King’s Hawaiian continue to grow here? Georgia’s rise as a food manufacturing hub is a big reason. The state offers a skilled workforce and a business-friendly environment that companies appreciate. Through training partnerships with Lanier Technical College and Georgia Quick Start, King’s Hawaiian ensures that workers are prepared with the skills needed for food production and quality control, keeping their operations running smoothly.
Georgia’s Future on the Rise
King’s Hawaiian’s Oakwood expansion is a tasty sign that Georgia’s business scene is rising and thriving. This expansion doesn’t just mean more bread—it means more jobs, more economic growth, and more reasons for Georgia to be seen as a top destination for food manufacturers.
Whether you’re hunting for a new career or just excited to see what’s next in Georgia’s food industry, King’s Hawaiian proves that some of the best things really are made right at home.
See what else is sweetening up Georgia’s business scene at www.gbj.com/bakeries!
