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Role: Coffee Roasting and Production Assistant 
Location: Poblado Coffi, Dolydd and Nantlle
Position Type: Permanent / Part-Time (3 days a week 21 hours) 
Salary: Dependent on age and experience – We pay more than the Living Wage
Reports to: Head Coffee Roaster and Operations Manager

About us:
Pobl (Welsh): people
Poblado (Spanish): town, village, community, humanity
Poblado represents the kind of place in which we want to live and work; where the quality of our produce is as important as the relationships we develop with our customers, suppliers, and of course the producers themselves. 
We are Speciality Coffee Roasters, based in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) in the beautiful Nantlle valley, with a small, close-knit team of five. We supply cafes, shops and restaurants all over North Wales and beyond, as well as our ever-growing online sales direct to customers around the world. 
We also operate a (very) small café on site and are in the process of an exciting new development just down the road in Dolydd, with increased capacity for both production and customer experience. This is a really exciting time for Poblado Coffi, and we are looking for a motivated, passionate individual to join the team. 

Job Summary:
As a Roasting and Production Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring that every batch of coffee roasted meets Poblado Coffi’s quality standards by following profiles set by the head roaster. As well as ensuring all orders are accurately packed, labelled, and prepared for shipment. You’ll support the roastery team with daily production tasks and maintain a clean, organised workspace that upholds our quality standards. 
All of our staff chip in to keep the outdoor café running smoothly, without disrupting production and packing too much. It’s important that you have some experience making coffee and serving customers, as you’ll be doing this regularly throughout the day – especially when the weather is dry 
You’ll need to be comfortable working in an environment that can sometimes be loud and hot – with appropriate PPE of course. The role will involve some physical tasks, including lifting and carrying, and standing at workstations/machines for extended periods.

Key Responsibilities:

Roasting Support
    Assist the head roaster with daily roast production.
    Weigh, label, and prepare green coffee for roasting.
    Monitor roast profiles and record data accurately.
    Help maintain roast quality and consistency through cupping and sensory evaluation.
    Clean and maintain roasting equipment and work area.
Quality Control (roasting)
    Assist in daily cuppings and tastings for quality assurance.
    Track roast batches and record quality notes.
    Report inconsistencies or defects to the head roaster or production manager.
Equipment & Maintenance
    Conduct routine cleaning of roasters, grinders, and packaging machinery.
    Report maintenance issues promptly.
    Follow safety procedures for handling equipment and materials.
Coffee Packing & Labelling:
    Accurately weigh, grind (as needed), and pack roasted coffee into retail and wholesale bags.
    Apply correct labels and ensure packaging meets visual and quality standards.
    Track batch information and dates for traceability.
Order Fulfilment:
    Assemble and pack customer orders for wholesale, retail, and online channels.
    Ensure accuracy in order contents and packaging.
    Prepare shipments and maintain clear documentation.
Production Support
    Maintain cleanliness and organization of production and storage areas.
    Monitor supplies and notify manager of low inventory (bags, boxes, labels, etc.).
    Occasionally assist with deliveries or warehouse organization.
Quality Control (packing)
    Check packaging for accuracy, seal quality, and cleanliness.
    Follow food safety, cleanliness, and quality assurance standards.
Benefits:
    28 days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays)*, plus Christmas shutdown
    Flexible working from Day One
    Contributory pension scheme (NEST)
    Unlimited coffee on and off shift
    Free t-shirt(s)
    In-house and External training opportunities
    Real opportunities to increase your role& responsibilities within the business 
*pro-rata for part-time employees