MEA HOOKIPA
Event Calendar
Dining Services
Stay connected with our DSMEA ʻohana through upcoming events, celebrations,
and opportunities to learn, serve, and grow together.
ʻOhana News & Updates
Department ʻOhana
As we move through June 2026, the Dining Services Department remains committed to excellence as we strive to be a Meʻa Hoʻokipa—the practice of hospitality that honors people, place, and purpose. Together, we serve with aloha, creating welcoming experiences and sharing aloha every day.
Calendars of Events Papa 'Ikuwa
Dates are subject to change:
29 – Combined Prayer Meeting (May)
27 – Quarter 2 Department Training at HJT — 9:00am - 10:30am (June)
Ke Aliʻi Hou:
The New Leader
We are delighted to welcome our new leads from:
Gateway Buffet
Hans Barredo
Aleisha Saole
Turereva Tumarae
Mariel Robido.
Hale Aloha
Aneti Tuilotolava
Aaron Reed.
Hale Aloha
A 5-star review from Samantha T:
Our experience was amazing. From the tour to the food to the show. I think it was well worth the price. We were here for the whole day plus they give you a 3 day pass to come back for other tours. Our tour guide PK was so funny and also so informative and our waiter Julius was very accommodating to our table. The food was delicious plus they have a fresh poke bar!
Here are some highlights from the guest reviews we received on TripAdvisor:
Moments That Mattered
Hale Ohana
A 5-star review from Joselin R:
My wife and I came in May 2025 and loved it! So much that we brought the family with us. We absolutely loved everything about this package. Our waiter was Toffee and she was exceptional. We can’t wait to be back!
Gateway Buffet
A 5-star review from Shane B:
Donny was a wonderful waiter during our evening dinner at the Gateway buffet!! We loved hearing his story and his desire to be a doctor! He also made us a very special anniversary gift!
Luau Guides
Hazel Andaya
Ricka Kirong
Jemellie Dela Cruz
Zeru Rarang
“Naomi” Aida Tetuanui
Caylin Palepoi
Chris John Hidalgo
JM Mediado
Na Puna Hou: The New Employees
This month, we're happy to welcome our Nā Puna Hou across all venues. This is a HUGE team and we’re so glad to welcome them! Please show them true aloha and help them feel right at home in our ʻohana. If you see them around, a quick “aloha!” goes a long way.
Hale Aloha
Jelly Ara Cornel
James Kurt Sifuentes
Justine Hinautan
Lionel Alberca
Berlynn Alapag
Marl Chrysler Mora
Kanon Kannari
John Michael Olivete
Juan Karlo Marbella
Stephen Urian
Enkhbayasgalan Munkhzaya “Ella”
Batkhuleg Bayanmunkh “Nathan”
Hau’oli & Spotlight
Kūlia
June 2026
1st Week
Monthly Kulia (Newsletter)
Monthly Calendars
Last Friday of the Month
Combined Prayer Meeting
2nd Saturday
Monthly Leadership
Training
Every 6 Weeks
Server Evaluation
Note: Dates are subject to change.
3rd Saturday
Monthly Venue
Training
Every 6 Months
Area Certification