Coffee Roaster - Temporary technician
University of Kentucky
| Location: | Greater Lexington Area |
| Type: | Part-time |
| Date Posted: | July 28, 2026 |
Posting Details
Job Title Coffee Roaster - Temporary technician
Requisition Number DU14893
Department Name 81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $20.00
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
HS Diploma
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Carry objects of 50 lbs. or less. Comfortable working in a coffee lab environment
Shift
10-20 Hours per week
Job Summary
The employee will roast, prep, and distribute coffee at the UK coffee lab. Additional responsibilities will include aiding in quality control tastings, helping coordinate coffee-related outreach events, and helping train new coffee interns
Lab is located at:
4321 Emmert Farm Lane
Lexington, KY 40514
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience working in the coffee industry
Deadline to Apply 08/15/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title Coffee Roaster - Temporary technician
Requisition Number DU14893
Department Name 81080:ENTOMOLOGY
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $20.00
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
HS Diploma
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Carry objects of 50 lbs. or less. Comfortable working in a coffee lab environment
Shift
10-20 Hours per week
Job Summary
The employee will roast, prep, and distribute coffee at the UK coffee lab. Additional responsibilities will include aiding in quality control tastings, helping coordinate coffee-related outreach events, and helping train new coffee interns
Lab is located at:
4321 Emmert Farm Lane
Lexington, KY 40514
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience working in the coffee industry
Deadline to Apply 08/15/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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