Assistant Roaster

Origin Coffee; Helston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty coffee roaster based in the UK is looking for an Assistant Roaster to join their expanding team. In this role, you'll support daily roasting operations, from weighing and packaging to recording roast data. A keen interest in coffee and the ability to work physically are essential. The position offers opportunities for growth and involves hands-on training with experienced roasters. The company values integrity, collaboration, and a passion for quality in their craft.

Benefits

26 days’ holiday plus flexible bank holidays

Unlimited coffee and merchandise discounts

Enhanced family leave and sick pay

5% employer pension contribution

Two paid volunteering days annually

SCA training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in coffee production or hospitality is desirable.
• Understanding of coffee roasting or eagerness to learn.
• Comfortable using digital tools for data logging.

Responsibilities

• Support daily roasting operations including coffee packaging.
• Monitor and record roast data for consistency.
• Maintain equipment and workspace cleanliness.
• Assist in quality checks alongside roasting teams.
• Participate in production process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical capability to lift 20 kg

Interest in coffee

Communication skills

Tools

Cropster

Job description

Origin is one of Europe’s leading speciality coffee roasters and we areproud of it. For over 20 years, we’ve been building direct relationships with the world’s most progressive coffee producers, roasting with precision, and championing better coffee experiences at every stage.

But we are more than just great coffee. We’re a certified B Corp, a creative force, and a values-led business that believes in doing things correctly from sustainability and sourcing to design, people, and partnerships. Our community is built on substance, not slogans, and we collaborate with those who share our commitment to quality, purpose, and the long game.

How we work at Origin

• Act with integrity, fairness, and respect in all interactions.
• Collaborate across teams, sharing knowledge and ideas.
• Take ownership and deliver high-quality work.
• Stay curious and open to learning.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and positive workplace.

About the role

As Origin enters an exciting new phase of growth and relocates to Sawmills, we’re expanding our roasting team to support this next chapter.

As an Assistant Roaster, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional coffee every day, supporting production, quality, and operations to ensure every batch meets our standards for flavour, consistency, and craft. Working closely with our roasters, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across roasting, sensory evaluation, and production processes.

Joining the team at this stage means being part of a growing operation and contributing to the evolution of our roasting capabilities.

What you’ll do

Support daily roasting operations, including weighing, loading, and packaging roasted coffee.

Assist in monitoring and recording roast data to ensure consistency.

Prepare and label green and roasted coffee for production and QC.

Maintain equipment and workspace cleanliness to the highest standards.

Support cupping and quality checks alongside the roasting and QC teams.

Participate in continuous improvement of production and roasting processes.

Who you are

You’re practical, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment.

You have a keen interest in coffee and are motivated to learn the craft of roasting.

You’re attentive to detail and take pride in doing things well and consistently.

You’re collaborative and communicate clearly with others.

You enjoy both the physical and technical aspects of hands‑on work; this is a manual role, and you'll be happy moving both green and roasted coffee throughout the day.

What you’ll bring

Experience in coffee production, hospitality, or a similar operational setting (desirable).

An understanding of the coffee roasting process or a strong curiosity to learn.

Comfort using digital tools for data logging (Cropster experience is a plus).

A proactive approach to safety, quality, and process improvement.

Physical ability to lift and move coffee bags (up to 20 kg).

What success looks like

Consistent support across daily roasting schedules.

Accurate data and roast logs with minimal errors.

Clean, safe, and efficient work areas.

Positive collaboration across roasting, QC, and production teams.

Clear progression in roasting and sensory understanding over time.

Working at Origin

Origin is an independent, founder-led coffee brand driven by purpose and creativity. We source, roast, and serve exceptional coffee, staying deeply connected to the people and communities behind it. Working here means joining a team that values integrity, curiosity, and ownership, where your contribution helps shape how people experience coffee.

Why this role matters

Roasting is at the heart of what we do. As an Assistant Roaster, you’ll support the craft and consistency that define Origin’s reputation. This role is a foundation for developing your roasting career, as you learn directly from our experienced team while contributing to our daily production success.

Working at Origin

26 days’ holiday, including your birthday off, plus flexible bank holidays

Unlimited coffee and discounts on merchandise and partner products

B Corp certified and proudly independent

People‑first culture with meaningful, values‑led work

SCA training and learning opportunities for everyone

Enhanced family leave, sick pay, period leave, and personal days

5 % employer pension contribution

24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service

Two paid volunteering days each year.

Everyone is welcome at Origin

We believe diverse perspectives enrich our culture and creativity. If you’re passionate about coffee and excited by this opportunity, even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience could be exactly what we need.

Please note: Origin will begin relocating its Roastery production and HQ in early 2026, moving from Porthleven to a new site near Truro and Perranporth, just off the A30. Ideally, you have a clean driving license or are at least learning to drive.