Head Roaster

Greater Goods Roasting
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Company Description

Greater Goods Roasting is passionate about delivering specialty coffee with a commitment to kindness. We source high-quality beans from around the globe and carefully roast them to showcase their unique characteristics. Located in East Austin, our team includes skilled baristas and coffee professionals who excel in their craft. We are proud to give back by donating a portion of our coffee sales to select local charities. Additionally, we host a Specialty Coffee Association Premier Training Campus, offering classes that range from basic coffee knowledge to professional certification.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area. The Head Roaster will oversee daily roasting operations, ensuring a consistent and excellent product. Responsibilities include managing coffee quality control, developing roast profiles, training team members on roasting protocols, and maintaining roasting equipment. The Head Roaster will collaborate with the team to explore new roast techniques and uphold the company’s high standards in specialty coffee.

Qualifications
  • Proven expertise in Coffee Roasting and Specialty Coffee practices, with a focus on producing consistent, high-quality outcomes
  • Experience in Quality Control processes to ensure exceptional flavor profiles and adherence to standards
  • Strong Communication skills to effectively collaborate with teams and provide clear product feedback
  • Experience in Training and mentoring team members to foster growth and expertise in coffee roasting
  • Familiarity with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting is a plus
  • Passion for sustainability and community engagement in the specialty coffee industry
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience preferred