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HEAD BREWER- YONKERS BREWING CO.
Yonkers Brewing Co. is an award-winning brewery & restaurant based on the Yonkers Waterfront. Our commitment to family, innovation and love for good beer – and our hometown- can we found in every sip. Email John@YonkersBrewing.com
Job Description:
The head brewer oversees and operates main brewing system located onsite at our waterfront restaurant as well as all contract brewing operations. We are seeking a motivated, creative, and passionate individual who is looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join our team and manage all aspects of brewing operations. The Head Brewer is a key leadership role that will work closely with others to develop strategic plans for sales growth, brand development and product innovation.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Yonkers Brewing Co. is an award-winning brewery & restaurant based on the Yonkers Waterfront. Our commitment to family, innovation and love for good beer – and our hometown- can we found in every sip. Email John@YonkersBrewing.com
Job Description:
The head brewer oversees and operates main brewing system located onsite at our waterfront restaurant as well as all contract brewing operations. We are seeking a motivated, creative, and passionate individual who is looking for a new and exciting opportunity to join our team and manage all aspects of brewing operations. The Head Brewer is a key leadership role that will work closely with others to develop strategic plans for sales growth, brand development and product innovation.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
- Oversee the production of existing and new products
- Oversee daily operations
- Oversee all quality control and brew-house standards
- Manage production schedule
- Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials and other necessary supplies
- Manage vendor relationships and raw material ordering
- Keep accurate and organized daily production records
- Develop new recipes and see them through from concept to final product
- Keep up to date with new and emerging trends, styles, ingredients, and processes
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair brewery equipment
- Maintain and create SOP’s to ensure that all aspects of brewing operations are completed in a consistent, safe and efficient manner.
- Publicly represent our brand as needed for external events, festivals, tours, and/or interviews
- Provide beer education to the restaurant staff
- Oversee the restaurant beer program
- Ensure that brewery equipment and production area is kept clean, organized and in good working order to meet quality, sanitation and safety standards.
- Oversee and coordinate brewery maintenance with professional contractors as needed.
- Provide all necessary information on beer styles to sales and brewpub managers in a timely manner.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS- 5+ years of professional brewing experience
- Hands-on leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
- Expert level knowledge of brewing processes, brewery science, and quality control
- Experience in new recipe development
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Strong understanding of ingredient sourcing
- Must be able to regularly lift 55lbs to shoulder height and occasionally up to 170lbs
- Strong work ethic and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt to changing situations
- Positive attitude and excellent problem-solving skills
- Must be punctual.
- Availability to work various shifts days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays.
- Must possess the ability to stand for at least 10-12 hours a day.
- Must possess the ability to bend, twist, kneel and climb stairs and/or ladder frequently.
- Ability to work in hot, wet and/or cold conditions.
- Ability to work with hazardous mechanical equipment.
- Ability to safely use acidic and alkaline chemicals.
- Must have a passion and excitement for the craft beer industry and have a desire be a part of a fast-paced growing company
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Suite
- Salary commensurate with experience.