Trainee Coffee Roaster

1w1 week ago

5 Mile Concepts

Midleton, IE · Full-time · €24,000 – €28,000

About this role

Are you a skilled barista with a passion for coffee and a desire to deepen your expertise? 5 Mile Coffee offers an incredible opportunity to train as a Trainee Coffee Roaster while contributing to a growing and dynamic coffee company. This hands-on role guides you through the art and science of coffee roasting under mentorship of an experienced roaster.

You’ll be involved in every stage of the roasting process, from selecting green beans to achieving the perfect roast profile. Alongside roasting training, your barista expertise will help deliver exceptional coffee experiences. Assist the Production Manager to ensure consistency and quality in roasting.

Join a supportive team in an innovative coffee company focused on crafting exceptional coffee. Participate in cupping sessions and provide sensory feedback on taste, aroma, and colour. Maintain a clean and organised roasting area while adhering to hygiene and safety standards.

Gain full training to become a skilled coffee roaster with opportunities for career growth. Stay up-to-date with coffee trends, origins, and roasting techniques. Bring your enthusiasm and passion to start your journey towards becoming a coffee roaster.

Requirements

Proven barista experience and a genuine passion for coffee
Attention to detail and eagerness to learn new skills
Basic knowledge of coffee production or roasting is a bonus but not essential
Positive attitude and strong team player mindset
Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, or as needed
Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 20kg

Responsibilities

Assist in the roasting process under the guidance of the Production Manager, ensuring consistency and quality
Monitor roasting equipment, adjusting parameters like temperature, airflow, and time
Support development of new blends and roast profiles by providing sensory feedback on taste, aroma, and colour
Participate in cupping sessions to evaluate roasts and enhance sensory skills
Maintain a clean and organised roasting area, adhering to hygiene and safety standards
Manage inventory, including tracking and organising green coffee beans
Contribute to packaging, labelling, and dispatch of roasted coffee