HEAD ROASTER

Role Description The Head Roaster is a full-time, on-site role based in Kuwait, responsible for overseeing all coffee roasting operations within Loft’s facilities. This role includes planning and executing daily roasting schedules, calibrating and operating roasting equipment, and ensuring consistent quality and flavor profiles across all coffee offerings. The Head Roaster will manage green coffee inventory, maintain detailed roast logs, conduct regular cuppings and sensory evaluations, and implement quality control protocols. The role also involves training and mentoring team members on roasting techniques and coffee knowledge, collaborating with management on product development, and supporting customer-facing teams with technical information about Loft’s specialty coffee. The Head Roaster is expected to maintain a safe, clean workspace and align roasting practices with Loft’s standards of professionalism and innovation.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Coffee Roasting skills with hands-on experience managing roasting profiles and equipment.
• Candidates should possess Quality Control and Specialty Coffee expertise, including cupping, sensory evaluation, and maintaining consistent product standards.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication abilities for collaborating with cross-functional teams and sharing technical coffee knowledge.
• Candidates should possess Training skills to mentor staff on roasting processes, safety practices, and specialty coffee education.
• Experience managing inventory and production schedules in a roasting or food production environment is beneficial.
• Knowledge of roasting software, data logging, and basic equipment maintenance is an advantage.
• Ability to work safely with industrial equipment and handle physical tasks such as lifting coffee bags and standing for extended periods.
• Relevant experience in specialty coffee, food production, or a similar operational role; vocational or technical training in food science or related fields is a plus.