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KAUAI COFFEE

Sales Associate I, $19.50/hour

Kalaheo, HI · On-site

$19.50/hr

Brews coffee for sampling in museum and maintains adequate amount on floor. * Provides sales and service in coffee bar as needed. * Maintains storage areas in a clean and organized manner. * Attends ...

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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.

Lead Brand Ambassador - In-Store Sampling (Part-Time, Weekends)

Everyday Dose Inc.

Sacramento, CA

$30 - $35/hr

Contractor

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Lead Brand Ambassador - In-Store Sampling (Part-Time, Weekends)

$30-$35/hr Weekends + light weekday admin

The Role

We're Everyday Dose - coffee that does more. Less crash, more calm. More focus, fewer jitters.

We're scaling our in-store sampling program across our retail partners, and we need Lead Brand Ambassadors to own a region. You'll run your own events, mentor a team of BAs, and be the eyes-on-the-ground that makes sure every sample station feels unmistakably Everyday Dose - whether it's Sprouts, Whole Foods, or any other store on the EDD shelf.

This is a player-coach role. You're still pouring. You're also the reason your market hits its numbers.

Heads up: Field role. Not remote. You'll be inside retail stores most weekends, often across multiple locations in your region.

What You'll Do

  • Run your own sampling events at flagship/high-priority retail locations
  • Train and onboard new Brand Ambassadors in your region
  • Audit BA events across all retail partners - drop in, observe, give real feedback
  • Own quality control: branded setup, product knowledge, shopper experience
  • Be the first call when a BA has a question, an issue, or a no-show
  • Submit weekly market recaps with photos, learnings, and shopper insights
  • Flag opportunities - store relationships, top-performing locations, BA promotions
  • Coordinate logistics: product, apparel, materials in your region
  • Represent EDD to store managers and demo coordinators across retailers

You'll Thrive Here If You're

  • A natural leader - people listen to you because they want to, not because they have to
  • Ridiculously organized (you actually use a calendar)
  • Calm under pressure when a BA cancels Saturday morning
  • Already deep on wellness, coffee, or nutrition - or fast at getting there
  • Comfortable giving direct, kind feedback
  • Reliable beyond reliable. Your team mirrors your standard.
  • Cool with standing 4-5 hours, lifting 20-30 lb boxes, and driving between stores
  • Excited to build something - not just clock in

Where We're Hiring Leads

Austin Dallas Denver Los Angeles Miami / Fort Lauderdale Minneapolis Phoenix San Francisco Tampa / Sarasota Omaha Des Moines Houston

Requirements

  • Weekend availability + ~3-5 hrs/week of weekday admin
  • Reliable transportation; willing to drive across your region
  • Commitment to at least 3 months in role
  • Strong written communication (recaps, Slack, BA coordination)
  • Comfortable being the EDD point of contact with store teams across retailers
  • Complete EDD Lead training before first managed event

Benefits

  • $30-$35/hr (market dependent)
  • Per-event lead bonus for events you train/audit
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Flexible weekend scheduling
  • First in line for full-time field marketing roles as we grow
  • Free product. Obviously.
  • A team that actually likes each other

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