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Westrock Coffee

Inventory Control Associate II

Conway, AR · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

Partners with Quality Assurance team on the collection of green coffee samples for testing which includes moisture and temperature. * Communicates with Roasting and Grinding/QA team with staging of ...

Kuju Coffee

Kuju Coffee Field Brand Ambassador

Napa, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Company Description About Us Kuju Coffee is a mission driven, premium single-serve pour over coffee ... Access to a computer for reporting sampling results and are well versed in Microsoft Excel * Access ...

Kuju Coffee

Kuju Coffee Field Brand Ambassador

Napa, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Company Description About Us Kuju Coffee is a mission driven, premium single-serve pour over coffee ... Access to a computer for reporting sampling results and are well versed in Microsoft Excel * Access ...

Royal New York

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Coffee Tasting Room Support Staff

South Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$20/hr

... samples · Keeping the tasting room clean presentable for potential client/supplier visits Company Description Founded in 1995, we are an independent, family-owned green coffee importer focused on ...

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How much do coffee sampling jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for coffee sampling in the United States is $20.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Coffee Sampler, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Coffee Sampler, you need a keen palate for flavor evaluation, strong sensory analysis skills, and a foundational understanding of coffee production and grading. Familiarity with cupping protocols, tasting forms, and industry certifications such as Q Grader are often required. Attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure accurate quality assessment, consistent product standards, and effective feedback within the coffee supply chain.

What is coffee sampling?

Coffee sampling is the process of tasting and evaluating different coffee beans to assess their quality, flavor profile, and suitability for roasting or brewing. This process is commonly used by coffee producers, roasters, and buyers to determine the attributes of a coffee batch before making purchasing or blending decisions. Coffee sampling helps ensure consistency, discover unique flavors, and maintain high standards in the coffee industry.

What is the difference between Coffee Sampling vs Coffee Tasting Specialist?

AspectCoffee SamplingCoffee Tasting Specialist
CredentialsKnowledge of coffee varieties, sensory skillsSame as Coffee Sampling, often with additional sensory training
Work EnvironmentSampling events, coffee shops, roasteriesSpecialized tasting rooms, quality control labs
Industry UsageUsed by coffee companies for product testingUsed for quality assessment and product development
Search IntentCompare roles in coffee evaluationFind professionals for coffee quality assessment

Both roles involve evaluating coffee, but Coffee Sampling typically refers to initial tasting and product testing, while Coffee Tasting Specialist often involves detailed sensory analysis and quality control. The roles overlap in skills and environment, but the specialist may have more advanced training and focus on quality standards.

What are some typical challenges faced in a coffee sampling role, and how can they be overcome?

In a coffee sampling role, a common challenge is maintaining a consistent and objective palate when tasting multiple coffee varieties throughout the day. This requires careful palate cleansing between samples and a disciplined approach to tasting. Additionally, accurately documenting flavor notes and feedback can be demanding, especially in a fast-paced environment. Collaboration with roasting teams and baristas is also essential to ensure that feedback leads to meaningful improvements. Staying organized and communicating clearly with team members helps overcome these challenges and ensures high-quality results.
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Infographic showing various Coffee Sampling job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,434 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
Coffee Production Assistant

Coffee Production Assistant

Park Avenue Coffee

Saint Louis, MO

$14.75 - $19/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description

At Park Avenue Coffee we live by three guiding principles: Good People, Good Coffee, and Good Gooey Butter Cake.  Simply put, we strive to energetically engage our customers and team members, serve outstanding, high quality, consistent coffee and delight taste buds with our Gooey Butter Cake.  

We are always planning for the future, and are constantly looking for talented people to join our team.

Job Description

Park Avenue Coffee is expanding our roasting production team. This is an entry-level role within our roastery with the opportunity to grow into production roasting and advanced quality control.

You will be part of a hands-on production environment responsible for executing daily coffee production, maintaining quality standards, and supporting the flow of coffee from green to finished product.

This is a hands-on role in a working coffee production environment. The ideal candidate enjoys physical work, has strong attention to detail, and is interested in learning more about specialty coffee roasting and production.

This position helps ensure that every bag of Park Avenue Coffee leaving the roastery meets our standards for quality, freshness, and accuracy.

What You'll Do

Production & Fulfillment

  • Package roasted coffee for retail, wholesale, and e-commerce orders
  • Label, organize, and prepare finished goods for distribution
  • Pick, pack, and fulfill wholesale and online orders
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient production workspace

Roasting Support

  • Assist with roast day setup and workflow
  • Begin training on sample roasting and basic roast theory
  • Shadow production roasting and learn batch execution

Quality & Coffee Development

  • Assist with cupping and quality control processes
  • Support consistency across all coffees and roast levels
  • Develop palate and understanding of coffee profiles over time

Growth Path

  • Progress into sample roasting and QC evaluation
  • Assist with roast profile adjustments and development
  • Transition into production roasting responsibilities
Qualifications

What We're Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail and consistency
  • Ability to work efficiently in a production environment
  • Interest in coffee and willingness to learn roasting
  • Positive attitude and ability to take direction
  • Comfortable with repetitive tasks and physical work

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods
  • Ability to lift 50-75 lbs regularly (team lift for heavier items)
  • Comfortable working in a warm, active production environment

Additional Requirements

  • Valid driver's license with clean driving record

  • Reliable transportation

  • Previous production, warehouse, or coffee experience is helpful but not required

Additional Information

We offer a dynamic, fun, growing company environment and we look forward to receiving your application! Please be sure to attach a copy of your resume so that we may appropriately evaluate your credentials.  

Thank you for your interest, we look forward to chatting soon!

Park Avenue Coffee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital staus, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law.

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