Junior Roaster

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate the BESCA 12 kg drum roaster using approved roast profiles and production instructions.
• Execute established roast profiles consistently without unauthorised changes or personal adjustments.
• Load green coffee, monitor roasting, discharge and cool roasted coffee safely. Support daily production planning and complete scheduled roasting batches on time.
• Receive, organise, label, store, and handle green coffee and roasted coffee correctly. Weigh, package, seal, label, and prepare retail and wholesale coffee orders.
• Prepare orders and shipments accurately according to customer requirements.
• Prepare coffee samples for internal evaluation and customer review.
• Participate in cupping sessions on a near-daily basis and record basic sensory observations.
• Brew and evaluate roasted coffee using espresso and filter methods.
• Maintain roast logs, production records, inventory updates, and simple operational reports.
• Use Excel, Google Sheets, email, label-printing tools, inventory systems, and roasting software such as Cropster or Artisan.
• Clean and maintain the roaster, brewing equipment, production area, tools, and work surfaces according to company procedures.
• Support the Head Roaster and the wider Crafters team with other roastery and production duties when required.

Desired Candidate Profile

• nergetic, active, and willing to support hands-on production work.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to the work schedule.
• Accurate, organised, and attentive to detail.
• Fast learner who accepts feedback and follows instructions.
• Clean and disciplined in maintaining the roastery and equipment.
• Able to work under production pressure without compromising quality.
• Team-oriented and comfortable working closely with the owners and Head Roaster.
• Interested in developing a long-term career in coffee roasting.