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Roastery Assistant – Coffee Dominion

Coffee Dominion Roastery • Townsville, Queensland 4810, Australia • Casual
AI Job Summary
  • Can perform manual handling, including lifting up to approximately 15kg.
  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours.
  • Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices (preferred, not essential).

Role Type

On-site • Temporary • Casual • Entry Level

Description

Coffee Dominion is seeking a reliable and motivated Roastery Assistant to join our team on a casual basis. This is a hands-on role offering valuable experience within a working coffee roastery environment, ideal for someone looking to build skills in the coffee industry.

About the Role This position involves supporting the day-to-day operations of the roastery. You will work closely with our roasting team, assisting with production, packing, and general operational tasks while gaining practical, hands-on experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Bagging and packing roasted coffee products to a high standard
  • Assisting roasters with daily production duties and the roasting process
  • Weighing, sealing, and labelling coffee goods accurately
  • Supporting packaging and dispatch of orders
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the roastery
  • Assisting with stock handling and general warehouse duties
  • Monitoring inventory levels and reporting shortages
  • Following all workplace health, safety, and food hygiene procedures

Requirements

  • Ability to perform manual handling, including lifting up to approximately 15kg
  • Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and take direction
  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible with working hours
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Good attention to detail
  • Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices (preferred but not essential)

What We Offer

  • 10–20 hours per week, with additional hours available for those seeking more experience
  • Hands-on training and exposure to coffee roasting operations
  • Opportunity to learn about different coffee varieties and roasting techniques
  • Skill development within a growing coffee business
  • No prior experience required – full training provided

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about coffee or looking to gain practical, behind-the-scenes industry experience in a roastery environment.