We met in 2004 in Cleethorpes. David worked as a Youth worker, and I was a Textile designer. In 2011 we sold our house and using the proceeds moved from Lincolnshire to North Yorkshire with our little girl to fulfil the dream of running our own business in the coffee industry.
We ran a successful speciality coffee shop for 3 years, before establishing ROOST Coffee & Roastery in the summer of 2015.
With a young daughter and a new baby, we wanted to create a business that worked not only for our family but was also an integral part of the community. To us, the business has always been about building long lasting relationships with our customers, neighbours, suppliers, and our growing team.
We are looking forward to bringing you more amazing speciality coffee for many years to come.
Ruth & David
Freshly roasted speciality coffee beans. Enjoy a different 250g bag of single-origin origin every month. Choose from either whole or ground beans. Delivery included.
ROOST has grown to have a great team working across the bar, shop and roastery. All with a passion for coffee and community.
ROOST is proud to support the Living Wage Foundation.
Co-Founder & Director
Ruth has a background in design, and is on the committee for the Indy Coffee Guide North, Midlands, and East. Outside of work, Ruth enjoys spending time with family, especially on a beach, running, and gardening.
Co-Founder & Director
David is a true coffee fanatic. When he is not at work, he enjoys football. Playing for a local team, and watching Lincoln City, his birth place. He enjoys long dog walks, the coast, and travel.
Espresso Bar Manager
When Gemma is not serving up delicious coffee or barista training, she is creating beautiful pieces of art using felt. She enjoys creating coffee inspired cocktails, and has enough books on coffee to start her own library!
Roaster & Sales
Tony manages orders and logistics, and roasts a couple of days a week on the Giesen roasters. Out of work he enjoys photography, and listening to music.
Roastery Assistant
Jess is an essential part of our team, and is currently working full time in the roastery, expertly packing all your coffee orders. When Jess is not working she loves spending time with her beautiful rescue greyhound Scout, and achieving belts in Martial Arts.
Barista & Espresso Bar Assistant
Alix is a budding coffee expert and natural team player. She is a keen reader and certified foodie, great when working in the food capital.
Barista & Roastery Assistant
Connor has been with the Roost team on and off since 2016, when he was still at school. A constant hard worker and familiar face in the Espresso Bar. His favourite topic of conversation is football, football and especially Newcastle United.
Barista & Espresso Bar Assistant
Mo has turned from a regular customer to a member of staff. She is a talented textile artist, specialising in embroidery with a passion for colour. She also leads craft classes and events.
Barista & Espresso Bar Assistant
Dan is also a keen coffee enthusiast and currently honing his latte art skills. In his spare time, he is an accomplished musician and drummer in the band Ghostship.
Espresso Bar Assistant
Erin works with us during the holidays. She's currently studying, and on her way to the next stage of her creative career. She enjoys painting portraits using oil paints, watching classic and modern films, and going to concerts.
Espresso Bar Assistant
Aidan is our Saturday worker. A hardworking member of our team, who keeps us entertained with his ‘would you rather’ scenarios. When he’s not working or studying, he enjoys playing the guitar.
