We’re looking for a part-time to full-time Brewer to join our award-winning brewery in San Rafael, CA. We enjoy brewing a wide variety of beer styles and creative experiments while also producing high quality classics. This position will consist primarily of brewing and cellaring but will also involve a little bit of everything. We run a lean but growing brewery so flexibility and hustle are required. We have a 15-bbl brewhouse and have a small but varied spirit and sour barrel program.
We’re looking for someone with the following traits:
- Strong work ethic
- A passion for beer
- Detail-oriented
- Strong communication skills (written and spoken)
- Excellent multitasking skills
Responsibilities:
- Perform all functions related to brewing and cellar-work, including (but not limited to), yeast management, malt milling, cleaning/sanitizing kegs, packaging beer, tank transfers, gravity readings, and clean-in-place (CIP)
- Communicate professionally and effectively with the Head Brewer and Assistant Brewer
- Clean, organize, clean, organize, clean
- Conduct sensory evaluation
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe and clean work environment at all times
- Perform quality assurance, including detailed record keeping
- Represent the brewery at festivals and promotional events
- Occasional beer deliveries
- Maintain taproom beer and ingredient inventory
- Thoroughly document brew days, cellaring, etc.
- Maintain taplines
- Help with canning beer
- Additional miscellaneous tasks as needed
Minimum Requirements:
- Homebrewing experience at a minimum
- Able to work well with a team
- Able to take direction and follow standard operating procedures
- Able to lift heavy objects safely, including 165 lb kegs and 55lb sacks of malt repeatedly
- Able to bend, twist, crouch, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces
- Able to work safely with chemicals, pumps, hot water and high pressure
- Flexibility with work tasks, hours, and availability
- Hard working, self motivated, positive attitude
- Impeccable sanitary practices
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record
- Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application
Preferred qualifications:
- Professional brewing experience or training
- General mechanical aptitude and proficiency with repairs
- Understanding of brewing chemicals and chemical safety
- Proficient in Google Sheets/Excel
- Cicerone certification of any level
- Ability to operate manual pallet jack
Compensation:
- $23-27 / hr depending on experience
- Health insurance ($275/mo toward plan of choice if full-time)
- 2 weeks paid vacation (full-time)
- Beer and food perks
- Friendly, fun, inclusive work culture
This position is part-time with expected growth to full-time with possible limited overtime.
Women, BIPOC, LGBTQA+, Differently Abled, Reentry, Refugees, & Immigrants encouraged to apply!
To apply: send an email with your resume attached. Include "brewer" in the subject and let us know why this position excites you!