Head Coffee Roaster Job at IDYLL CORPORATION, Milwaukee, WI

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  • IDYLL CORPORATION
  • Milwaukee, WI

Job Description

Job Description

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.

 

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift,

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