Jennifer KadotaHilton Waikoloa Village, a 62-acre Pacific playground located on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii’s Big Island, proudly announces Jennifer Kadota as the resort team’s new Director of Catering and Events. In her newly appointed role, Kadota will provide guidance to the entire Events team to enhance Hilton Waikoloa Village meetings and events offerings and advance the hotel’s catering services based on current trends in the hospitality industry. With more than 20 years of industry experience, Kadota most recently served as Food and Beverage Manager at Hilton Waikoloa Village, where she oversaw all group dining in the resort’s Food and Beverage outlets. Prior to that position, the University of Hawaii at Hilo graduate held executive-level roles for various hospitality brands, including the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites in Los Angeles.