A small and growing Coffee Roaster in Acton Massachusetts is looking for a General Manager. The owner and namesake of the company is extremely accomplished in the Coffee industry. The founder of the Coffee Connection in 1974, The Cup of Excellence in 1997, and recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the SCAA in 1996; George Howell is considered the father of the east coast specialty coffee movement. His current venture is less than 2 years old but has received critical acclaim.

The General Manager will report directly to George and will oversea all daily operations and production, as well as manage the accounting/financing and marketing initiatives. This is a small company with a superior product and led by a highly respected industry veteran; it needs a sharp business mind to aggressively attack the opportunity and shepherd the organization through rapid growth. Like any new company, there is some element of risk and not a lot of money, but for the right candidate this is a real and very unique opportunity with a lot of potential upside down the road.

The right candidate will possess the following attributes and skills:

* An ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, and balance multiple projects and priorities,

* An ability to manage a staff of passionate and knowledgeable coffee experts,

* An uncompromising dedication to quality and customer satisfaction,

* The ability to quickly assess a situation, problem solve, and clearly articulate their rationale to a wide variety of constituents.

* Must be knowledgeable and comfortable with basic business accounting and finance. Quickbooks experience is a plus.

* Must have a keen eye for marketing and the ability to pitch and close a deal!

* Related experience or at least a passion for excellent coffee wouldn't hurt either.

In short, a highly respected coffee industry veteran is looking for a triple threat entrepreneur with management, accounting and sales skills to take control and drive the growth of his new venture. Qualified candidates should contact me directly by email to the address below. Please include your resume and salary expectations.

Thanks.

-Alex Hardy

George Howell's

Terroir Select Coffees

312 School St

Acton, MA 01720

(978) 635 - 9033