Head Coffee Roaster

Job Title: Head Coffee Roaster

Location: Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Rate of pay: Full-Time/Competitive, based on experience

Reports To: Owners

Job Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Head Coffee Roaster to join our team at Idyll Coffee Roasters. The Head Coffee Roaster will be responsible for roasting high-quality specialty coffee beans to precise specifications & profiles, ensuring consistency, flavor, and excellence in every batch. This role requires a keen sensory ability, technical proficiency with roasting equipment, and a commitment to maintaining quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review Daily sales reports forecasting tools and plan the production schedule accordingly.

• Roast and package coffees to meet the volume demand of cafe and wholesale customers.

• Work with management to help plan for holiday offerings, special events, promotions, etc.

• Operate and maintain coffee roasting equipment to produce consistent, high-quality roasts.

• Perform quality control checks, including cupping and tasting, to evaluate roast quality and consistency.

• Assist green coffee buyer in selecting and evaluating coffees, as well as developing roast profiles.

• Maintain accurate records of roast profiles, batch sizes, and inventory levels.

• Clean and maintain roasting equipment and workspace to ensure safety and compliance with health standards.

• Collaborate with the management to meet order deadlines and inventory needs.

• Stay updated on coffee industry trends, roasting techniques, and flavor profiles.

Qualifications:

• Must be enthusiastic and passionate about coffee!

• 3 years of experience as a coffee roaster or in a related role (preferred but not required).

• An understanding of coffee roasting principles, flavor profiles, and green coffee characteristics.

• Familiarity with commercial roasting equipment (e.g., Probat, Diedrich, Loring, or similar) and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.

• Exceptional sensory skills for evaluating coffee through cupping and tasting.

• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to lift up to [50 lbs] and stand for extended periods.

• Work in a production environment with exposure to heat, noise, and coffee dust.

• Flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed.

**How to Apply:**

Apply through ZipRecruiter. Please submit a brief cover letter describing your passion for coffee along with your resume!

**About Us:**

Idyll Coffee Roasters is a new women-owned, small-batch, specialty coffee roaster opening in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. We aim to expand the culture of coffee connoisseurs by sourcing and roasting high-quality, ethically-produced beans and crafting exceptional coffee experiences.