Coffee Roaster

From the beginning, Zavida Coffee Company sought out to making exceptional gourmet coffee using only the finest 100% Arabica beans globally. 40 years later, we not still have the same passion and have become the beating heart that spurs this family-owned business, creating gourmet coffee unlike any other.

Zavida’s best resource is its’ people Our staff are more than just employees - they are family.

Zavida Coffee Company is headquartered in Concord, ON.

The Roaster under mínimal supervision is responsible for operating all roasting and associated equipment to ensure all green beans are roasted according to Company specifications.

Monday through Friday 10:00am - 6:30pm

**RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES**
- Prepare roasters and blending system for requested production.
- Familiar with all relevant procedures as outlined in the Systems Documentation / Production work instructions. Specific care should be given to Roaster Fire safety, Organic procedures and cleaning procedures.
- Pick-up and review daily work orders from the lab.
- Maintain accurate records of all roast data values and roast colors.
- Provide samples to QC lab and report any out of spec conditions.
- Adhere to ongoing and periodic equipment cleaning schedules.
- Maintain all cleaning logs and other records.
- Ensure housekeeping is maintained on a daily basis.
- Ensure machinery is in good operating condition and/or report a problem to the appropriate individual.
- At the end of shift ensure all machinery parts are cleaned as per company specifications.
- Work safely and ensure health and safety is of paramount importance.
- Conduct monthly inventory required by Production Manager.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Completion of high school diploma and/or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing and/or production environment.
- Food and beverage experience strongly preferred.
- Capable of making decisions pertaining to quality/production/mechanical issues.
- Must have knowledge of coffee bean properties to ensure accurate and high quality coffee is produced.
- Able to handle multiple deadlines.
- Friendly and customer focused attitude.
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to work well within a team and independently.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vaughan, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person