Tea Head Chaichun

​A "Head of Tea" at Chai Chun likely involves leading overall tea strategy, quality, sourcing brand vision (innovation, tradition), managing production/blending/packaging, overseeing sales/marketing, ensuring compliance (Trustea), and driving growth for their wide range of premium teas, acting as a key visionary and operational leader, blending tradition with modern quality standards.

Key Responsibilities1. Tea Procurement & Sourcing

• Identify and source high-quality tea leaves from approved suppliers.
• Evaluate suppliers for quality, consistency, and pricing.
• Negotiate purchase terms to maintain cost efficiency.

. Tea Tasting & Blending

• Conduct daily tea tasting to assess quality, flavor profiles, and defects.
• Develop and approve blends as per market/client requirements.
• Maintain flavor consistency across batches.

. Quality Control

• Ensure all tea batches meet company and industry quality standards.
• Monitor moisture levels, leaf grades, aroma, and overall product quality.
• Coordinate with the QC team for regular inspections and lab testing.

. Production & Operations Management

• Plan and supervise tea processing, blending, and packaging operations.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Work closely with production teams to avoid delays and meet daily targets.
• 5. Inventory & Stock Management
• Oversee raw tea, blended tea, and packaging stock levels.

. Team Leadership

• Supervise tea tasters, blend operators, and warehouse staff.
• Train team members on tasting, grading, and quality maintenance.
• Monitor performance and ensure discipline in operations.

. Client Coordination & Reporting

• Understand customer requirements and share samples accordingly.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports on production, quality, and stock status.
• Coordinate with sales, procurement, and accounts teams.

. Compliance & Standards

• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, ISO, HACCP, and internal audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and traceability records.
• Track batch numbers, storage conditions, and FIFO utilization.
• Prevent wastage and control handling losses.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food Technology, or related field (preferred).
• 10–15 years of experience in tea tasting, blending, or tea operations.
• Strong sensory evaluation skills.
• Knowledge of tea grades, regions, and market trends.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: ₹60,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person