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Quality and consistency are paramount at Sycamore Brewing. We use the finest ingredients in our beer and take an uncompromising stance on our craft. We have two brewing facilities - our 15 barrel brewpub and our 42 barrel production/packaging brewery. While the day-to-day of each brewery may vary, the keys to their success lie in attention to detail, hard work, reliability and teamwork. Sound good? Want to join a fantastic team? We want to hear from you!
To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter, and salary requirements to: apply @ sycamorebrew. com with 'Assistant Brewer' in the title.
(Professional Brewing Experience Required)
Sycamore is seeking an experienced, professional brewer to join our brewhouse team in our dynamic, quickly growing brewery.
Lab experience and/or advanced yeast handling and propagation knowledge is a huge plus.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Assistant Brewer
Reports to: Head Brewer
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for producing and packaging high-quality wort according to set standards, performing basic cellar tasks, sterile sampling, and laboratory analysis of yeast.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Produces quality wort according to Sycamore specifications including, but not limited to, target gravity, IBU, color, and volume
Keeps brewhouse vessels clean inside and out
Maintains a safe, clean, and organized workspace
Communicates all pertinent batch related information
Cleans and sanitizes tanks, hoses, and fittings
Sets up hoses and fittings for the day’s brew
Collects yeast for pitching and alerts cellar person when to drop yeast
Tracks yeast availability and viability to determine best potential pitch sources
Receives raw materials, rotates stock, and takes inventories
Alerts Head Brewer when inventory levels are at "re-order levels"
Monitors and records batch performance
Monitors raw material quality and performance
Completes required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
Follows safety procedures and wears PPE
Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: At minimum a high-school diploma. A degree is preferable, especially with relevance to the brewing industry.
Associates degree in Brewing Science from a professional brewing school, highly preferred
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Three years or more of professional brewing experience
Understanding of fermentation science and the elements of brewing
Understanding of brewing practices
Ability to install, maintain and modify most mechanical components of the brewhouse, fermentation, conditioning and filtration systems
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems related to product and/or equipment
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to maintain confidentiality of recipes, processes, procedures, and other internal information
Ability to work first, second or third shifts, as needed
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to stand for long periods of time and do physically demanding work is required.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. is required, with the ability to maneuver heavier objects such as kegs.
Willingness to work on and around potentially dangerous equipment/machinery is required.
Willingness to work in an environment with high noise levels is required.
Willingness to occasionally work events on weekends
Work on a ladder periodically up to height of 18 feet.
Willingness to clean diligently and constantly.
BENEFITS:
Paid vacations
Health coverage and premium matching available after 2 months on the team
A yet to be established simple IRA will be in place shortly
...and of course, free post-shift beers!
To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter, and salary requirements to: apply @ sycamorebrew. com with 'Assistant Brewer' in the title.
(Professional Brewing Experience Required)
Sycamore is seeking an experienced, professional brewer to join our brewhouse team in our dynamic, quickly growing brewery.
Lab experience and/or advanced yeast handling and propagation knowledge is a huge plus.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Assistant Brewer
Reports to: Head Brewer
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for producing and packaging high-quality wort according to set standards, performing basic cellar tasks, sterile sampling, and laboratory analysis of yeast.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Produces quality wort according to Sycamore specifications including, but not limited to, target gravity, IBU, color, and volume
Keeps brewhouse vessels clean inside and out
Maintains a safe, clean, and organized workspace
Communicates all pertinent batch related information
Cleans and sanitizes tanks, hoses, and fittings
Sets up hoses and fittings for the day’s brew
Collects yeast for pitching and alerts cellar person when to drop yeast
Tracks yeast availability and viability to determine best potential pitch sources
Receives raw materials, rotates stock, and takes inventories
Alerts Head Brewer when inventory levels are at "re-order levels"
Monitors and records batch performance
Monitors raw material quality and performance
Completes required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
Follows safety procedures and wears PPE
Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: At minimum a high-school diploma. A degree is preferable, especially with relevance to the brewing industry.
Associates degree in Brewing Science from a professional brewing school, highly preferred
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Three years or more of professional brewing experience
Understanding of fermentation science and the elements of brewing
Understanding of brewing practices
Ability to install, maintain and modify most mechanical components of the brewhouse, fermentation, conditioning and filtration systems
Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems related to product and/or equipment
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to maintain confidentiality of recipes, processes, procedures, and other internal information
Ability to work first, second or third shifts, as needed
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to stand for long periods of time and do physically demanding work is required.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. is required, with the ability to maneuver heavier objects such as kegs.
Willingness to work on and around potentially dangerous equipment/machinery is required.
Willingness to work in an environment with high noise levels is required.
Willingness to occasionally work events on weekends
Work on a ladder periodically up to height of 18 feet.
Willingness to clean diligently and constantly.
BENEFITS:
Paid vacations
Health coverage and premium matching available after 2 months on the team
A yet to be established simple IRA will be in place shortly
...and of course, free post-shift beers!