Roaster Trainee
Alameda, CA · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests. * Mentored by a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, learn the functionality of Peet's roasting ...
Alameda, CA · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests. * Mentored by a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, learn the functionality of Peet's roasting ...
Alameda, CA · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests. * Mentored by a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, learn the functionality of Peet's roasting ...
This role owns day-to-day panel operations, including project management, panelist training and performance, data collection and analysis, reporting, and delivery of actionable sensory insights that ...
This role owns day-to-day panel operations, including project management, panelist training and performance, data collection and analysis, reporting, and delivery of actionable sensory insights that ...
This role owns daytoday panel operations, including project management, panelist training and performance, data collection and analysis, reporting, and delivery of actionable sensory insights that ...
This role owns daytoday panel operations, including project management, panelist training and performance, data collection and analysis, reporting, and delivery of actionable sensory insights that ...
Alameda, CA · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests. * Mentored by a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, learn the functionality of Peet's roasting ...
Alameda, CA · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests. * Mentored by a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, learn the functionality of Peet's roasting ...
$17 - $19/hr
Coordinate Sensory Program/Panelist * Troubleshoot root cause analysis * Maintain NCR, CAR, and Customer Complaint programs/files * Adds additional resource for Sensory Lab and Panelist Requirements
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$17 - $19/hr
Coordinate Sensory Program/Panelist * Troubleshoot root cause analysis * Maintain NCR, CAR, and Customer Complaint programs/files * Adds additional resource for Sensory Lab and Panelist Requirements
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$16/hr
Our sensory science program resides in our USA headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. In addition to conducting consumer research, SAM The National Food Lab conducts evaluations of products using trained ...
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$16/hr
Our sensory science program resides in our USA headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. In addition to conducting consumer research, SAM The National Food Lab conducts evaluations of products using trained ...
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$16/hr
Our sensory science program resides in our USA headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. In addition to conducting consumer research, SAM The National Food Lab conducts evaluations of products using trained ...
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$16/hr
Our sensory science program resides in our USA headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. In addition to conducting consumer research, SAM The National Food Lab conducts evaluations of products using trained ...
Manage panel logistics: sample prep, blinding/labeling, serving procedures, timing, and panelist coordination. * Create and maintain tasting tools (scorecards, sensory descriptors, preference ...
Manage panel logistics: sample prep, blinding/labeling, serving procedures, timing, and panelist coordination. * Create and maintain tasting tools (scorecards, sensory descriptors, preference ...
Manage panel logistics: sample prep, blinding/labeling, serving procedures, timing, and panelist coordination. * Create and maintain tasting tools (scorecards, sensory descriptors, preference ...
Manage panel logistics: sample prep, blinding/labeling, serving procedures, timing, and panelist coordination. * Create and maintain tasting tools (scorecards, sensory descriptors, preference ...
Manage panel logistics: sample prep, blinding/labeling, serving procedures, timing, and panelist coordination. * Create and maintain tasting tools (scorecards, sensory descriptors, preference ...
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Manage panel logistics: sample prep, blinding/labeling, serving procedures, timing, and panelist coordination. * Create and maintain tasting tools (scorecards, sensory descriptors, preference ...
Columbus, GA · On-site
... in sensory training to become an approved panelist for concentrates, shelf life and raw material for QA approval. • Demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple projects and effectively ...
Columbus, GA · On-site
... in sensory training to become an approved panelist for concentrates, shelf life and raw material for QA approval. • Demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple projects and effectively ...
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A Sensory Panelist evaluates the taste, texture, smell, and appearance of food, beverages, or other products to provide detailed feedback. They follow strict guidelines to assess subtle differences and help companies improve product quality. Panelists undergo training to develop their sensory skills and work in a controlled environment to ensure unbiased results. This role is essential in food science, product development, and quality control.
To thrive as a Sensory Panelist, you need a keen sense of taste and smell, attention to detail, and the ability to follow detailed protocols, often supported by a background in food science or a related field. Familiarity with sensory evaluation tools, standardized testing procedures, and data entry systems is often required. Strong observational skills, consistency, and the ability to communicate unbiased feedback clearly are essential soft skills for this role. These strengths are important to ensure reliable, objective analysis that informs product development and quality assurance processes.
A typical day as a Sensory Panelist involves participating in structured taste tests, evaluating the sensory qualities of foods, beverages, or other products, and providing feedback according to specific guidelines. Most panels are conducted in dedicated sensory labs, often in small teams where confidentiality and unbiased results are emphasized. Panelists may be rotated through different sessions and asked to cleanse their palate between samples, with breaks to minimize fatigue. In addition to testing, you might be responsible for accurately recording your observations using digital or paper-based systems. This role requires reliability, the ability to focus on repetitive tasks, and collaboration with quality assurance or product development teams.

$20 - $24/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 12 days ago
7.3
Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
1st of 16 rated cafes
Our purpose at Peet's Coffee is the pursuit of better,better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity.
As part of Keurig Dr Pepper andJDE Peet's, the world's leading pureplay coffee company, Peet's is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we're going.We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and WinTogetherchallenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.
We'velearned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.
Reporting to the Manager of Roasting Processes and receiving directions from the Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, the Roaster Trainee will complete a certification process in green coffee and roasting. The function is to become a certified roaster within the committed time. He or she will gain a full understanding of roast curves, roasting systems software and ancillary systems relating to roasting. The Roaster Trainee is a full-time, non-exempt position.
What You Will Do:
Roaster trainee will learn basic operations of the GHS (Green Handling System) system and Microsoft Dynamics D365 Warehouse Management System.
Must complete a forklift certification.
Learn basic ICO marks, internal reference codes, bag weights and Peet's blends.
Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests.
Mentored by a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, learn the functionality of Peet's roasting equipment, understand general maintenance and acquire the skills to roast independently.
Will be taught the theory of roasting and expected to apply it to daily roasts.
Learn Peet's quality and food safety control system.
Manage inventory with mobile device.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager of roasting.
Outline of Trainee Program:
After initial training, the Roaster Trainee will be required to roast batches consistently meeting documented quality standards over a period of 12 months
Continual roasting of high demand full batch size coffees will be part of the certification process to achieve the status of a full Level 1 Roaster.
Roaster trainee will be expected to successfully pass a written and oral examination given onsite to achieve Level 1 Roaster status within 12 months.
Who You Are:
Ability to work well in a team environment and independently for extended periods of time.
Ambitious, punctual, and open to learning and receiving regular constructive criticism.
Must be able to master a skill and execute it consistently daily.
Computer savvy with experience using multiple forms of Microsoft.
Acute sensory skills.
Capacity to learn and apply Peet's standard operating procedures.
Capable of working safely harmoniously with a wide variety of people.
Must be able to maintain an elevated level of professionalism both on and off the job as a direct representative of Peet's Coffee.
Ability to lift to 45 pounds regularly.
Must be willing to work overtime when required.
Strong time management.
Ability to multitask.
What Benefits do Peetniks Receive?
At Peet's we hire the best people and are committed to supporting our employees and rewarding them for their work. That's one of the reasons we offer the following benefits:
401(k) plan, with generous matching
Full medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation
Free coffee and fresh baked goods as well as an employee discount
Opportunities for growth and advancement
At Peet's we hire the best people and are committed to supporting our employees and rewarding them for their work. The target hourly range for this position is $20-24/hr. The actual salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Peet's offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.
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Peet's Coffee, headquartered in Emeryville, CA, US, operates in the coffee industry under the retail and specialty coffee sector. The company, established in 1966 by Alfred Peet, plays an integral role in pioneering the craft coffee movement in the US. Peet's offers a vast range of products, including fresh, deep-roasted whole beans coffee, brewed coffee, and espresso beverages, alongside tea and food items. They also sell their specialty coffee products in grocery stores. The company's mission is to commit to freshness and quality, honoring their founder's legacy. Notably, Peet's Coffee has had remarkable growth; what started as one store in Berkeley, CA, has now expanded to over 200 stores across the country and online at peets.com.
Food services and drinking places
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Emeryville, CA, US
1966