Vista Brewing is seeking an experienced and community-focused Head Brewer to join our team. Vista has 20-barrel brewhouse, a library of wine & spirits barrels, a beautiful tasting room, an expansive beer garden, and farm table restaurant situated on 21 acres of Texas ranch land, just 20 minutes south of Austin. On our property we have an aquifer-fed well, organic farm and 16 hive apiary; all of which contribute to the terroir of Vista’s beers.

The Head Brewer we’re looking for has spent 7+ years commercially brewing in a mature market and has a proven ability to create world-class beers. That experience will enable scaling production to support a busy beer garden, satellite tasting rooms, a targeted distribution footprint, and a barrel ageing program. The Head Brewer has the expertise to own production from source to glass, attract and grow a top-notch production team, train and inspire front of house, and to continue to grow the brewing program at Vista Brewing that our guests have come to love.

The Vista property sits in the middle of one of the fastest growing craft beer communities and at the gateway of one of the most visited wine regions in the country. We have relationships with local wineries, where we source freshly dumped barrels, and are looking for a talented brewer to help us grow this unique program. 

Austin is a vibrant community of artisan enthusiasts. Keeping Austin “weird” is at the heart of what makes it one of the fastest growing cities in the US. As part of the Vista Brewing team, the Head Brewer join this craft community. Vista is focused on community involvement, collaborating with craft beer and hospitality community and giving back to our local neighborhoods.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to team@vistabrewingtx.com.  We will be contacting qualified candidates by phone and bringing finalist candidates to Austin for in-depth interviews and tastings. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the operations of all aspects of the brewing facility – brewery, cellar, packaging, yeast, and grain handling
• Brew current Vista recipes and develop new recipes
• Ownership of brew scheduling, including sourcing, inventory, beer production, packaging and coordination with our winemaker partners on availability and delivery of fresh wine barrels
• Hire, manage and mentor production team members
• Educate and inspire front of house team members
• Participates and bring solutions and ideas to operational and strategic management meetings
• Daily execution of all brewing related tasks in accordance with Vista safety, sanitization and quality standards
• Meticulous sanitization management for both “clean” beer garden beer production and “wild” mixed culture fermentation in steel and wood vessels
• Improve and standardize all beer processing steps with enhanced training and SOP program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• The highest level of professionalism, enthusiasm, positivity and integrity
• A passion for hospitality, craft beer, wine and local food
• Desire to continue learning about new technologies and trends in brewing
• Must be willing to relocate to the Austin, TX area
• 7+ years of commercial brewing experience in a mature craft market
• Extensive experience and understanding of the brewing process, sanitization, yeast health and fermentation, beer transfer and clarification and brewery quality control procedures
• Experience working on a 10-30Bbl brewhouse
• Proven ability to prioritize and make knowledgeable decisions in a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic organizational environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teambuilding skills
• Has great attention to detail and takes initiative daily
• Is meticulous about sanitization and has an appreciation for keeping things clean and organized.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs repeatedly and work standing for prolonged periods.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of all brewing and ancillary equipment

Benefits and Perks

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental and vision group insurance plan
• Paid PTO
• Assistance with relocation for the right candidate
• Cultural & Fitness benefits
• Ongoing training and development, including the ability to learn from our onsite farm, apiary and restaurant team
• Sponsorship to join industry groups such as the Texas Craft Brewer’s Guild, Brewer’s Association, the Pink Boots Society and more
• Positive and fun company culture, including team building activities 
• A beautiful work environment, including Hill Country sunsets galore!
• Free beer!

Vista Brewing is an equal opportunity employer and does not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.