Job Description

We are seeking a

Senior Coffee Roaster

with a strong passion for

small-batch roasting

,

micro-lot coffees

, and

flavor exploration

. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and excited to work closely with green coffee, develop new roast profiles, and continuously refine quality across every batch.

Roasting & Production

Roast specialty coffee in

small batches

, maintaining consistency and high quality across all profiles on

(W6A roaster)*
Develop, test, and refine

new roast profiles

for micro-lots, single origins, and seasonal coffees Execute production roasting schedules efficiently while meeting quality standards Monitor roast data, curves, and performance to ensure repeatability and accuracy
Quality Control & Cupping

Lead and participate in

cupping sessions

for quality control, profile evaluation, and green coffee assessment Ensure flavor clarity, balance, and consistency across all roasts Identify defects and implement corrective actions when needed
Green Coffee & Inventory

Assist in green coffee evaluation, selection, and sample roasting Monitor green and roasted coffee inventory, freshness, and storage conditions Maintain proper labeling, traceability, and batch records
Equipment & Safety

Operate, clean, and maintain roasting equipment to a high standard Identify basic technical issues and coordinate maintenance when required

Follow all safety, hygiene, and food handling standards

Collaboration & Development

Work closely with baristas, quality teams, and management to align roast profiles with brew methods Contribute ideas for new coffees, limited releases, and experimental roasts Stay informed on industry trends, processing methods, and roasting techniques
Preferred

Experience with sample roasting and green coffee sourcing Familiarity with roast profiling software Q Grader certification (or working toward it) Experience working in a growing or startup roastery environment

Side Note : Ethics over anything.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED6,000.00 per month

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:

roasting: 2 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required)
Location:

Dubai (Required)
Work Location: In person