Kauai Kim Chee - Established Local Food Manufacturing Business
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Business Overview
Kauai Kim Chee is a well-established, locally recognized food manufacturing business specializing in traditional kim chee and related fermented products. The company has built a loyal customer base through consistent quality, authentic recipes, and strong community presence on Kauai.
The business operates with a streamlined production process and has demonstrated stable demand driven by local residents, repeat customers, and wholesale relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or food-industry buyer looking to acquire a proven brand with room for growth.
Key Highlights
Established and respected local brand
Proven recipes and production methods
Consistent repeat customer base
Existing wholesale and retail distribution channels
Scalable production with growth potential
Ideal for owner-operator or strategic food business buyer
Products & Services
Traditional kim chee varieties
Fermented and specialty food products
Retail and wholesale sales
Operations
The business is operated from a commercial kitchen facility in Lihue and is designed for efficient batch production. Current operations are manageable and can be expanded with additional distribution, marketing, or product line extensions.
Kauai Kim Chee is a well-established, locally recognized food manufacturing business specializing in traditional kim chee and related fermented products. The company has built a loyal customer base through consistent quality, authentic recipes, and strong community presence on Kauai.
The business operates with a streamlined production process and has demonstrated stable demand driven by local residents, repeat customers, and wholesale relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or food-industry buyer looking to acquire a proven brand with room for growth.
Key Highlights
Established and respected local brand
Proven recipes and production methods
Consistent repeat customer base
Existing wholesale and retail distribution channels
Scalable production with growth potential
Ideal for owner-operator or strategic food business buyer
Products & Services
Traditional kim chee varieties
Fermented and specialty food products
Retail and wholesale sales
Operations
The business is operated from a commercial kitchen facility in Lihue and is designed for efficient batch production. Current operations are manageable and can be expanded with additional distribution, marketing, or product line extensions.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 11
- Employees
- 3 (2 Full-time, 1 Part-time)
Buyer will need to replace 3 familly members with new hires. - Facilities & Assets
- The business currently operates out of a commercial production space in Lihue. The sellers sublease a portion of the facility, which significantly offsets occupancy costs and results in an effective rent of approximately $1,000 per month.
- Website
- https://kauaikimchee.wixsite.com/website
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Kauai Kim Chee operates in Hawaii’s strong market for locally produced specialty and fermented foods, supported by steady demand from residents, retailers, and restaurants. While competition exists, many comparable products are imported or produced on other islands. The business benefits from local brand recognition, repeat customers, and shorter supply chains.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Expand wholesale distribution to additional retailers or restaurants.
Increase production volume and expand distribution to outer islands.
Add complementary fermented or specialty food products.
Strengthen branding, packaging, and online presence.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Rent
- $1,000.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Family pursuing other opportunities.
- Transition Support
- The business is currently operated by two full-time and one part-time family members, all of whom will be exiting the business at closing. The sellers are committed to providing comprehensive transition support, including training for the buyer and any newly hired employees, to ensure continuity of operations, production processes, and customer relationships.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2454449
- Listing Views
- 38
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