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United Wholesale Mortgage

Project Engineer

Pontiac, MI · On-site

In-house Starbucks and Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company * Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi Responsibilities * Manage building construction projects, progress, and schedule * Review design and ...

United Wholesale Mortgage

Project Engineer

Pontiac, MI · On-site

In-house Starbucks and Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company * Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi Responsibilities * Manage building construction projects, progress, and schedule * Review design and ...

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How much do coffee roasters jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for coffee roasters in Michigan is $13.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $14.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Coffee Roasters vs Baristas?

AspectCoffee RoastersBaristas
CredentialsBasic coffee knowledge, roasting certifications (optional)Customer service skills, barista training
Work EnvironmentRoasting facilities, production areasCoffee shops, cafes
Industry UsageManufacturing, coffee productionRetail, customer service

While Coffee Roasters focus on the entire process of roasting coffee beans in a production setting, Baristas primarily prepare and serve coffee beverages in retail environments. Both roles require coffee knowledge, but Roasters concentrate on bean quality and roasting techniques, whereas Baristas excel in customer interaction and drink preparation.

Do coffee roasters make money?

Coffee roasters can earn varying incomes depending on their experience, scale of operation, and location. Professional roasters working in specialty coffee shops or companies often earn competitive wages, while those running their own roasting businesses may have income that depends on sales volume and market demand. Success in this field also requires knowledge of roasting techniques, quality control, and business management.

How much do coffee roasters get paid?

Coffee roasters typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, with annual salaries ranging from approximately $25,000 to $45,000 depending on experience, location, and skill level. Experienced roasters with certifications or specialized knowledge may earn higher wages, especially in specialty coffee shops or larger operations.

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Infographic showing various Coffee Roasters job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,190 per year, or $13.6 per hour.

Zingerman's Coffee Company Barista

Zingerman's Coffee Company

Ann Arbor, MI

$20.50 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Description

Join our team as a Barista for our Coffee Bar!


Zingerman's Coffee Company is a wholesale roaster supplying cafes, restaurants and businesses with great coffees. We also serve our single estate, small batch coffees at our coffee bar on the southside of Ann Arbor.


Full-time (4-5 shifts per week). Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays are a must!

Shifts will vary between 6:30am to 4:30pm.


Compensation: $15.50 starting base wage, plus $5-$6/hour in tips (total of $20.50-$21.50/hour starting compensation)


Performance expectations - Essential Functions:

  • Greets and assists our guests with enthusiasm and high energy (shop and phone)
  • Brews and converses on all brewing methods for teas and coffees
  • Prepares espresso based drinks (milk steaming, drink construction)
  • Tastes and scores coffee at least once per shift, logging the results
  • Adjusts coffee as needed for best tasting espresso
  • Continually improves personal skills and knowledge around coffee
  • Handles monetary transactions and sales using Point of Sale system
  • Follows opening, closing and other procedural checklists
  • Restocks/rotates products
  • Learns and shares the basics of our coffee roasting process and production schedule
  • Recognizes, acknowledges and communicates errors and potential quality problems
  • Assists in keeping dining areas and workspaces neat, clean and sanitary
  • Participates in the effectiveness of financial measurements
  • Participates actively in huddles, meetings, and Zingerman's events
  • Arrives on time for all shifts, meetings, and classes.
  • Adheres to dress code standards
  • Passionate for great coffee and great service!

The Success Patterns for this position are:

  • Experience working in customer service or retail preferred
  • Experience working in a food service environment preferred
  • Experience using a Point of Sales system
  • Reputation for providing great service to guests and co-workers
  • Able to work holidays and weekends

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