Senior Roaster & Roastery Lead, East London

Fireheart Coffee Roasters Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialty coffee company is seeking a Head Roaster in East London. This senior position involves overseeing daily roastery operations, managing quality control and product development, and leading a dedicated team. Candidates should have proven experience in specialty coffee roasting and strong technical skills. Joining this team offers a chance to influence coffee quality and be an active voice in the coffee community. The role is full-time and located in Leyton, East London.

Benefits

Ownership and influence in role

Collaboration with founders

Active involvement in coffee community

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior roasting or lead production role within specialty coffee.
• Strong technical skills with focus on details and quality.
• Experience in leading, mentoring, and developing a small team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Roastery.
• Manage roasting and developing roast profiles.
• Lead ongoing product and range development.
• Manage and maintain inventory and green coffee partnerships.
• Train and develop the roastery team.

Skills

Technical skills in coffee roasting

Leadership and team management

Detail-oriented and quality-focused

Experience with production planning

Proficiency in quality control measures

Job description

A specialty coffee company is seeking a Head Roaster in East London. This senior position involves overseeing daily roastery operations, managing quality control and product development, and leading a dedicated team. Candidates should have proven experience in specialty coffee roasting and strong technical skills. Joining this team offers a chance to influence coffee quality and be an active voice in the coffee community. The role is full-time and located in Leyton, East London.