Senior Roaster & Production Leader

Trades Workforce Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialty coffee company in London is looking for a Head Roaster to lead their roasting operations and ensure the highest quality products. The role includes overseeing day-to-day operations, managing the roastery team, and developing product quality standards. Candidates should possess proven experience in specialty coffee roasting and strong technical skills. The position offers genuine ownership in shaping coffee quality and operational systems, along with a competitive salary starting at £45k based on experience.

Benefits

Genuine ownership and influence

Opportunity to shape coffee quality and operational systems

Close collaboration with founders

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior roasting or lead production role within specialty coffee.
• Confident managing production planning, quality control, and equipment maintenance.
• Experienced in leading, mentoring, and developing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and be responsible for operating the Roastery to a high standard.
• Lead day-to-day Roastery operations including production roasting and quality control.
• Manage and develop the roastery team, improving systems and processes.
• Support sales activity and oversee logistics for orders.

Skills

Proven experience in a senior roasting role

Strong technical skills

Detail-driven and quality-focused approach

Ability to manage production planning

Experience in team development

Job description

A specialty coffee company in London is looking for a Head Roaster to lead their roasting operations and ensure the highest quality products. The role includes overseeing day-to-day operations, managing the roastery team, and developing product quality standards. Candidates should possess proven experience in specialty coffee roasting and strong technical skills. The position offers genuine ownership in shaping coffee quality and operational systems, along with a competitive salary starting at £45k based on experience.