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A solid fit if you want practical, on-site production work with Allpress Espresso in Christchurch and are reliable with physical, process-driven tasks. Less ideal if you need remote work or purely customer-facing café hours.
As a Roastery Assistant – Underground at Allpress Espresso, a typical day centres on supporting production in the roastery: prep and handling green or roasted coffee, bagging/packing, labelling, basic equipment care, and keeping the floor clean and organised. You’ll follow batch instructions, help keep stock and packaging flowing, and work as part of a small production team rather than front-of-house service.
Prioritise: safe lifting and hygiene, attention to batch detail, packing accuracy, teamwork, and basic machine/area cleanup. No formal certification list is supplied for this listing; on-the-job training is the usual path unless the employer specifies otherwise.
No. The listing is for Sydenham, Christchurch and is on-site.
Support work in the production/roastery area—packing, prep, cleaning, and following batch processes—rather than barista service.
No certification resources are listed for this role; confirm any site-specific requirements with the employer.
Roastery Assistant - Underground, Allpress Espresso, Sydenham, Christchurch The Opportunity Allpress Espresso is seeking a reliable and hardworking Roastery Assistant to join our passionate team at Underground Coffee in Sydenham, Christchurch. As a Roastery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that we roast fresh, bag fresh, and deliver fresh coffee across New Zealand—from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South. Supporting the roasting process Assisting with inventory management Ensuring quality control during production Participating in delivery operations as needed Key Responsibilities Your primary responsibilities will include: Supporting the roasting process by maintaining equipment and ensuring optimal conditions for coffee bean processing. Assisting with inventory management, including tracking stock levels and ensuring timely restocking of supplies. Participating in quality control during production to ensure that all roasted beans meet our high standards. Supporting delivery operations as needed, ensuring that coffee is delivered fresh and on time. Qualifications We are looking for a candidate who: Loves coffee and has a genuine passion for the craft of roasting and delivering high-quality beans. Is reliable, hardworking, and committed to excellence in all tasks. Has experience in a similar role or a strong interest in learning about the coffee industry. About Allpress Espresso Allpress Espresso is known for its commitment to creating some of New Zealand's most iconic café experiences. Drawing on years of experience, our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional quality and service to every customer. We are a full-time, non-remote position. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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