Job Description
Job Title: Head Coffee Roaster
Location: Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Rate of pay: Full-Time/Competitive, based on experience
Reports To: Owners
Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Head Coffee Roaster to join our team at Idyll Coffee Roasters. The Head Coffee Roaster will be responsible for roasting high-quality specialty coffee beans to precise specifications & profiles, ensuring consistency, flavor, and excellence in every batch. This role requires a keen sensory ability, technical proficiency with roasting equipment, and a commitment to maintaining quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Review Daily sales reports forecasting tools and plan the production schedule accordingly.
Roast and package coffees to meet the volume demand of cafe and wholesale customers.
Work with management to help plan for holiday offerings, special events, promotions, etc.
Operate and maintain coffee roasting equipment to produce consistent, high-quality roasts.
Perform quality control checks, including cupping and tasting, to evaluate roast quality and consistency.
Assist green coffee buyer in selecting and evaluating coffees, as well as developing roast profiles.
Maintain accurate records of roast profiles, batch sizes, and inventory levels.
Clean and maintain roasting equipment and workspace to ensure safety and compliance with health standards.
Collaborate with the management to meet order deadlines and inventory needs.
Stay updated on coffee industry trends, roasting techniques, and flavor profiles.
Qualifications:
Must be enthusiastic and passionate about coffee!
3 years of experience as a coffee roaster or in a related role (preferred but not required).
An understanding of coffee roasting principles, flavor profiles, and green coffee characteristics.
Familiarity with commercial roasting equipment (e.g., Probat, Diedrich, Loring, or similar) and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Exceptional sensory skills for evaluating coffee through cupping and tasting.
Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to lift up to [50 lbs] and stand for extended periods.
Work in a production environment with exposure to heat, noise, and coffee dust.
Flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed.
**How to Apply:**
Apply through ZipRecruiter. Please submit a brief cover letter describing your passion for coffee along with your resume!
**About Us:**
Idyll Coffee Roasters is a new women-owned, small-batch, specialty coffee roaster opening in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. We aim to expand the culture of coffee connoisseurs by sourcing and roasting high-quality, ethically-produced beans and crafting exceptional coffee experiences.
...External Fraud Investigator page is loaded## External Fraud Investigatorlocations: Columbus, OHtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 21, 2026 (4 days left to apply)job requisition id: 2026-0000880At U.S. Bank, were on a journey...
...networks and social channels. We are currently seeking an Assistant Managing Editor, preferably with prior experience in medical publishing. The Assistant Managing Editor is responsible for editorial direction, content, and tone of assigned journals in both print...
...sophisticated memory designs to product development, systems design, and validation resulting in outstanding memory solutions. As a Process Engineer in Micron R&D, you will maintain processes by supporting manufacturing, improving process efficiencies, enabling changes in...
...Job Description IT Manager/Director - New Store Openings (NSO) Direct Hire Addison, TX (Hybrid) Base + Bonus + Full Benefits Responsibilities Plan and execute all technology-related activities for new store openings (NSOs) and remodels including procurement...
...with over 20 years of experience providing award-winning services to video game publishers like Funcom, Machine Zone, Riot Games, Square Enix, and Tencent Games. Testronic is hiring video game testers to work full-time, on-site at our video game test center in Kenner,...