Roaster

Job DetailsJob Location: Los Angeles, CA 90038Salary Range: $21.00 - $25.00 HourlyOverview:

Roasting is a crucial and extremely important step in the journey of a coffee. The Production Roaster continually strives to perfect the art of guiding a coffee along the delicate path to deliciousness. The Production Roaster has the privilege of focusing solely on the coffees we source and by virtue of enthusiastic communication and use of remarkable quality technique to showcase the hard work and individuality of our farming partnerships. The Production Roaster reports to the Roastery Production Manager.QualificationsResponsibilities

Roast coffee according to established sensory profile, blends, roasting schedule and demands.
Maintain Daily Roast, QC, and Cupping reports and logs
Maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the roasting process
Actively update and utilize Roaster’s log
Assist with green coffee receiving, organizing, and green coffee inventory
Assist with weighing and portioning green coffee for recipes as directed
Attend regular Production Cuppings and Espresso Quality Control
Assist with weekly Roastery cleaning and machine maintenance
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Excellent communication and coaching skills
A logical and methodological approach to problem solving
Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor at all times
Self-directed and independent, with the ability to work closely with team members
Ability to work full-time, occasional weekends, and some evenings
A demonstrated passion for coffee
1+ years of specialty roasting experience
Knowledge of food safety and food processing standards
Good sensory perception – smell, hearing, vision, and taste
Comfortable using a range of programs, including Cropster, Excel, Word and Filemaker

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including weekends and shift coverage
Frequent holding and grasping with hands
Regular use of hand tools – wrenches, screw drivers and mallets
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds with assistance and stand for 8+ hours
Ability to maneuver effectively around the roastery, store room, café and office

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for all full-time employees - 80% contribution to base plan monthly premium.
401(k) plan.
Paid time off.
Free coffee at any Sightglass café and a weekly bag of beans.
Discounts on food, merchandise, extra bags of beans, and more.

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Sightglass is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We deliver an ever-evolving and consistently excellent coffee experience. We approach coffee holistically, establishing relationships at every step. We stay true to our welcoming and resourceful culture.