Head Brewer

Job Description

Head Brewer

JOB DESCRIPTION FOR HEAD BREWER

Reports to: Director of Operations

Supervises: Brewery Staff

Compensation: Salaried with health benefits (including Vision and Dental)

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education A degree from an accredited brewing school is preferred or

equivalent experience. The position does require the ability to read

and write English fluently, and the ability to perform advanced

business mathematical functions.

2. Experience 4+ years of brewing experience in microbrewery with supervisory

experience being desired. Knowledge of general brewing practices

required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and

Outlook) strongly recommended. Familiarity with Ekos

Software, or a comparable inventory management software package,

is beneficial.

3. Skills The position requires the ability to work well with associates while

effectively completing assigned tasks in a timely manner. In addition,

the position requires the following:

• Fundamental knowledge of plumbing and machinery

mechanics/maintenance.

• Possess a high level of beer sensory and beer production

knowledge.

• Strong understanding of CIP/Sanitation processes.

• Experience with raw material procurement and ordering.

• Ability to forecast, schedule, and manage beer production from

brewhouse through package.

• Ability to work and communicate well with staff, customers,

wholesalers, retailers, and outside parties.

• Knowledge of Microsoft office & other computer programs.

• Organized and detail oriented.

• Ability to problem solve issues and gain assistance as needed.

• Capable of speaking in front of small groups of people as an

instructor/presenter.

• Basic understanding of data processing

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong organization and time management skills

• Calculator and computer keyboard proficiency

• Professional image

• Ability to work in a team environment or independently, as

needed.

4. Attendance The position requires the ability to work Monday through Friday, 52

weeks of the year. The position also requires the flexibility to work

beyond 40 scheduled hours per week to meet deadlines as required

by management.

5. Licenses A valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance is required.

6. Equipment The position requires individuals to have access to a vehicle and must

have the ability to drive without jeopardizing the safety of customers,

vendors or fellow employees.

7. Physical Able to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and walk on uneven

surfaces. Able to work in hot, cold, and wet environments. Able to

climb stairs/ladders, work at heights above 12 ft., and lift a 55 lb

bags. Able to drive a vehicle. Able to stand for prolonged periods.

Experience using a forklift a plus

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Train and supervise assistant brewers and cellar staff.

2. Adhere to all safety procedures and policies.

3. Maintain brewery, state and federal compliance, inventory, and brew sheet paperwork.

4. Schedule work while maintaining budgeted labor costs on a weekly basis.

5. Attend management meetings to update manager on brewery issues on a

weekly basis.

6. Responsible for all purchasing & accounting for brewery; monitor brewery budget.

7. Provide weekly product forecast.

8. Evaluate and monitor beer and raw materials involved in brewing.

9. Brew original beers according to demographics and promotional needs.

10. Operate brew equipment to maintain acceptable inventory of raw materials and beer.

11. Supervise cleanliness & sanitation of all equipment, tanks, and work areas to maintain

consistent beer quality.

12. Maintain fundamental knowledge of plumbing and machinery mechanics/maintenance.

13. Beer brewed according to Hackensack Brewing Company brand standards and philosophy,

as need dictates.

14. Train assistant brewers to become head brewers and/or work at a level consistent with

brewery production.

15. Conduct on-going research into industry trends, technical parameters, and local market

specialties to ensure product offerings stay relevant.

16. Train & test staff in beer knowledge at sales meetings.

19. Participate in guild affiliations, when necessary.

20. Partner with offsite accounts (if applicable).

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION MAY NOT BE ALL-INCLUSIVE AND EMPLOYEES ARE

EXPECTED TO PERFORM ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED AND DIRECTED BY

MANAGEMENT. JOB DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES MAY BE MODIFIED WHEN

DEEMED APPROPRIATE BY MANAGEMENT.

Job Descriptions are intended to present an illustrative description of the range of duties, the scope of responsibility and the required level of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to describe the primary functions of the job; they are not intended to reflect all duties