Head Brewer

Original 40 Brewing in San Diego is in search of a head brewer. We are a brewpub established in 2019. We have a from scratch kitchen located in a 4ooosft building. We have a Premier Stainless 15bbl brew house, with three 15bbl, two 30bbl, one 2bbl fermenters. 
Individual will be responsible for the entire brewing operation and beer portfolio. This individual must be a self-starter and have a proven track record of brewing very high-quality beers, and strong leadership skills. We typically like to have 11-15 beers availble at any given time. 


Please submit all inquiries and resumes to [email protected]


Benefits

• Relocation Cost Assistance Available
• Health, Vision, Dental,
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Employer Paid Training Classes
• Employee Discount
• Major Holidays Off

Roles & Responsibilities

• Leadership of brewing and packaging team
• Ensure process and production efficiency.
• Ensure department goals, budgets and KPIs are being met
• Ensure growth & development of team
• Provide technical guidance and assist with trouble-shooting brewing issues
• Guide team on adjustments to existing brands
• Identification of process improvement opportunities to help support future brand plans
• Oversight of production brewing, cellaring, and conditioning
• Ensure quality & consistency of existing brands
• Provide technical guidance and facilitate any process or equipment changes necessary
• Provide regular sensory feedback on beers
• Oversee company initiatives related to raw materials, yeast, processes/equipment, etc.
• Improving and creating unique beer recipes that are consistent with the company’s market position and sales goals.
• Developing and managing the beer production schedule to ensure product is always available for retail and wholesale distribution and sales.
• Equipment purchasing decisions, staffing decisions and the sourcing of raw materials must be managed to fit within budget. Selecting top quality ingredients and overseeing the raw material purchasing process to ensure appropriate inventory to meet production needs. This includes having adequate raw materials, and packaging materials on hand.
• Responsible for maintaining Occupational Health and Safety and compliance with food standards and ensuring that the staff are working in a safe environment. The Brewing Manager manages hygiene on the production line and ensures that food safety standards are maintained.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory. Detailed records of the beer production process must be maintained.
• Manage maintenance schedule on the production line, all equipment must be carefully maintained to ensure equipment failure does not delay beer production.
• Work towards achieving departmental goals around efficiencies, yields and cost
• Maintain a clean work environment through Clean in Place (CIP) procedures and general housekeeping practices

Job Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working in a production brewing environment
• Pay: Very competitive
• Previous supervision/manager experience
• Extensive knowledge of practices, methods, tools and equipment used in production brewing
• Extensive knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions associated with work
• Creative aptitude for developing new brands and beer styles
• Collaborative approach to working within a team
• Ability to interpret technical bulletins and schematics on equipment related to work
• Strong communication & organizational skills
• Understanding of food safety, workplace safety, and food quality
• Must have reliable transportation and a clean driving record

Physical Requirements

• Conducts work in a sitting and standing position primarily; however, job requires frequent walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 90 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time on concrete floors and ability to continuously be active including but not limited to: walking, stooping, bending, reaching and crouching
• Must have the ability to work in a non-temperature controlled environment, handling of hazardous materials, and operation of complex and heavy machinery

​Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to hearing from you.