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Small Planes Coffee

Coffee is connection.

We love that a single cup of coffee is simultaneously a global and a local product, and our goal is to shrink the distance between those planes of existence. We created Small Planes to pursue honest, accountable, and fair partnerships that connect quality-focused coffee producers to you.

Small Planes Coffee is a specialty roasting company founded by Ryan and Jill Jensen in the spring of 2017 to foster a greater intimacy between the coffees and the communities they love. Our roastery is located in northeast Washington, D.C., just a short walk from the National Arboretum.

We believe coffee, done well and with purpose, can draw us closer. Small Planes pursues the following values: fostering community from producer to consumer; continually striving to offer coffees of the highest quality; sustaining ethically-minded business practices; and investing in long-lasting personal connections.

Sep 10, 2026
Full time
Director of Coffee
$60,000 - $75,000 yearly
Small Planes Coffee Washington, DC
Small Planes Coffee is seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic candidate to fill the role of Director of Coffee at our coffee roasting facility in Washington DC. Small Planes is a seven-year-old coffee company that is defined by three core values: the relentless pursuit of coffee quality, an authentic commitment to fair and sustainable business practices, and a friendly, accessible approach to customer service. Job Overview The Director of Coffee's role is to oversee green coffee purchasing, quality control and roasting operations as primary responsibilities. Secondary responsibilities include internal and external education, support in meetings with current or prospective customers, marketing initiatives and general operations. Job Responsibilities Green Coffee Sourcing Develop and maintain strong relationships with import partners and other partners along supply chain Evaluate menu needs and contract new offerings Maintain projections and produce weekly inventory...