Assistant brewer

This is an hourly position for executing and/or assisting in day to day brewery operations with strong potential to grow and expand responsibilities. The best candidate is a person with background experience in brewery operations, however, a strong desire to learn and willingness to work hard could warrant consideration with no prior experience. The assistant brewer will report directly to our Head Brewer and will be actively involved in all facets of the day-to-day operation.  

 Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

Assisting brewing team with brewing related issues, projects  

Receiving raw ingredients  

Milling  

Basic brewhouse operation  

Quality assurance  

Cellar work including beer transfer, and carbonation  

Operating keg washer  

Cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance of brewhouse equipment and cellars  

Sanitizing of tanks, hardware, hoses, etc  

Proper handling of chemicals required for sanitization and cleaning of equipment  

Understanding and practicing all internal safety standards  

Working off premise events i.e. beer festivals 

Delivering kegs to accounts 

Requirements:  

Strong work ethic  

Ability to work both independently and within a team, with minimal supervision  

Ability to stand for prolonged periods 

Ability to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, and climb ladders  

Ability to regularly lift/carry heavy supplies, like bags of grain and kegs of beer 

Ability to work in a brewery environment which may be loud, slick, humid, and hot and cold 

Passion for all things Craft Beer with a focus on the local community 

Comfortable working with chemicals and willingness to adhere to safety, environmental and brewhouse standards at all times  

Good troubleshooting skills, and strong mechanical/electrical aptitude  

Good written and verbal communication skills  

Previous experience at a brewery as an assistant brewer, brewer, or cellarperson is preferred but not required  

Degree or background in biology, chemistry, or engineering is a bonus but not required  

Compensation:  

Compensation is commensurate with experience