Head Coffee Roaster

Wyld Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialty coffee company in Selangor is seeking an experienced Coffee Roasting Lead to oversee the roasting process and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in specialty coffee roasting, strong analytical skills, and a passion for quality and innovation. Responsibilities include developing roasting profiles and collaborating with the production team to create new products. The role requires shift work and may involve weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience roasting specialty coffee with leadership role preferred.
• Proficient in using roasting software and equipment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the roasting process based on production needs.
• Ensure consistency, flavor integrity, and quality across all roasts.
• Collaborate with production team to improve quality standards.

Skills

Leadership in coffee roasting

Coffee sourcing knowledge

Cupping and evaluation skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Roasting software

Roasting equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the roasting process based on production needs and inventory management.
• Develop and maintain roasting profiles to meet quality standards and customer experience.
• Ensure consistency, flavor integrity, and quality across all roasts.
• Perform sample roasting and assist in coffee evaluation and sourcing decisions.
• Oversee regular maintenance of roasting equipment and production areas.
• Schedule and coordinate repairs and service when needed.
• Collaborate with the production team to continuously improve quality and sensory standards.
• Assist in creating new products, blends, and limited releases based on seasonality and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience roasting specialty coffee, ideally with a leadership role preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of coffee sourcing, processing and brewing methods.
• Strong cupping and evaluation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to assess and improve product quality.
• Familiarity with production scheduling and inventory systems.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Passion for specialty coffee, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Proficiency in using roasting software and equipment.
• Able to work as a team.
• Must be willing to work on shifts (retail hours) / weekends and public holidays.