Shift Brewer

Berkshire Permanent £28,000 - £30,000 per year View Job Description
This position will be responsible for all aspects of wort production, cellaring, and filtration, and will report directly to a dedicated Senior Brewer. With a team of over 55 people, this individual will be a fantastic addition to a group that loves quality beer, innovation and learning!
  • Opportunity for learning and development in Brewery Industry
  • Great working micro brewery culture

About Our Client

My client is a privately owned brewery nestled in the picturesque Berkshire countryside. They are dedicated to crafting top-quality beer, blending the passion, skill, and experience of their team to produce exceptional brews. It's a welcoming place where everyone can relax, unwind, and feel inspired.

Job Description

  • Independently manage allbrewhouse operations, ensuring safety, quality, and performance in wort production, including:
    • Milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, whirlpooling, wort cooling, spent grain removal, water system management, and CIP of all brewhouse equipment.
    • Yeast pitching for all brews.
  • Independently handlecellaring operations, maintaining safety, quality, and performance, including:
    • Monitoring fermentation temperatures, gravities, and cell counts.
    • Logging and documenting CIP of vessels (FV's, MV's, BBT's, and yeast tanks).
    • Beer filtering and transfer.
    • Dry hopping.
    • Yeast management, including harvesting, pitching, cell counts, and record keeping.
    • Unloading bulk beer.
    • Documenting cleaning and sanitation of hoses and fittings.
  • Ensure all production logs (brew sheets, filtration, etc.) are completed according to external accreditation standards.
  • Take personal and collective responsibility to maintain and clean all production areas to the highest hygienic standards.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant food acts and customer requirements for all products within the production process.
  • Support, develop, and engage with NPD, including process or beer development.
  • Represent the company at beer tastings, brewery tours, and trade events as needed.
  • Perform other duties as directed by the Senior Brewer or Head Brewer
  • Ensure all quality checks, documentation, and line checks (including CCPs) within production adhere to Renegade specifications and SOPs, meeting the satisfaction of the Lead Brewer, Head Brewer, and QA Manager.
  • Promote a safety culture by adhering to and enforcing Health and Safety policies, challenging unsafe practices, reporting hazards and near misses, and working with relevant departments to address hazards promptly.
  • Ensure all production areas are meticulously maintained and cleaned, completing plant safety checks as required and upholding high standards of Health and Safety at all times



The Successful Applicant

  • Prior brewing experience required, preferably in a brewery producing over 10,000 hl annually.
  • Minimum IBD General Certificate (or equivalent) required, or a willingness to pursue personal development.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with managers and teams.
  • Proven ability to successfully manage and prioritize workload.
  • Proficient in written and verbal communication in English.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
  • Must have or be willing to obtain a counterbalance Fork Lift Truck license upon starting.
  • Proactive and flexible, with the ability to prioritize tasks to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Preferable to have knowledge or awareness of HACCP.
  • Must be willing to work unsocial hours, including early/late shifts and occasional weekends as needed.
  • Must have the right to work in the UK.



What's on Offer

  • Salary £28,000-30,000
  • Continued learning and development!
  • Pension Company Match
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Discounted Beers/ Allowance
  • 50% Off Food
  • Life Insurance 3x Salary
Contact
Sally Ristine-Barratt
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6470214
Phone number
+44 207 269 2108

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Production, Manufacturing
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Berkshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sally Ristine-Barratt
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2108
Job reference
JN-072024-6470214