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Melvin Brewpubs Brewer
Title of Position: Brewpub Brewer
Reports To: General Manager/VP of Operations
Job Description:
Melvin Brewing Company is opening its next Brewpub in the heart of East Village directly across from the new 14th Street Promenade project. We are installing a Premier 7 BBl Combi System and are looking for the right person to brew our beer. Are you an energetic, unrelenting, enthusiastic, self-motivated, self-disciplined, competitive, assertive, confident, goal-oriented self starter with the desire to succeed? If that sounds like you, and you want to work for one of the top 50 fastest growing breweries in the country, then keep reading.
The concept behind the brewpubs is three-fold. The first, is to drive the brand. The second, is to be a R&D and development for future product, and the third is to be a profitable brewpub.
With our typical 20 faucet facility, we will strive to maintain roughly a 60/40 split in favor of HOUSE beer. We will pour the core products that bring people through the door, but strive to sell them HOUSE brewed product as much as possible.
To achieve this, we will be true to our brand and always have HOUSE selections that our customer base enjoys. A local IPA, DIPA will always need to be an offering. We will then brew HOUSE beers that compliment and diversify our list. These recipes will be provided and come from our existing portfolio of proven pub brews.
Our HOUSE brewers are fist and foremost, MELVIN BREWERS. Once mandatory schedule brews have been fulfilled, HOUSE brewers will have the opportunity to brew recipes of their own. These recipes must be approved by the Director of Brewery Operation before they can be scheduled.
As a Melvin Brewing San Diego brewer, you are required to brew at least 1 brew a week during business hours (11am to 11pm). Our brewhouse is a theatre in this location and is the center piece of the facility. It is expected that our brewer does this and is able to interact with customers in a professional and friendly manner during the brewing process.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)
• Brew and Package beer according to brew schedule
• Keep Brewing Facility clean and functional at all times
• Develop Cleaning & Maintenance Schedules and perform all required cleanings to the appropriate standards.
• Clean tanks, Brewhouse, kegs, pins, packaging line and other equipment
• Maintain inventory management system and inventory counts of finished beer, grain, hops, and other raw materials.
• Follow inventory procedures for all raw materials, chemicals, beer, cooperage, small parts, packaging, supplies etc. and maintain appropriate par levels of each.
• Monitor quality and temperature of fermenting beers on a daily basis. Monitor sugar decrease, take level readings on the Brite Beer Tank(s) and monitor temperature and pressure build up in fermenters and Brite Beer Tanks.
• Monitor quality, flavor and carbonation of serving beers in the Tap Room/Tasting Room, Packaging, and throughout brewing process.
• Rack beer from Fermenters to Brite Beer tanks and ensure it is recorded properly.
• Monitor pressure in tanks at all times.
• Encourage sensory tasting panels with brewpub manager and staff.
• Represent Melvin Brewing Bellingham at various events, festivals and promotions. Promote good public relations and handle complaints and concerns.
• Follow all brewery and MBB policies and procedures and follow current developments in local, state, and federal laws applicable to the service of alcohol, safe food handling, health standards etc.
• Label all kegs and other packaged product in accordance with federal and state law using appropriate keg collars, labels and date codes.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a weekly/monthly basis as required and follow all Cleaning & Maintenance Schedules.
• Troubleshoot and report all equipment problems, violations or substandard practices to the General Manager.
• Be responsible for maintaining all required paperwork and records including but not limited to brew logs, inventory sheets, packaging records, recipe sheets.
• Place orders to maintain proper levels of inventory, availability, and event schedules.
• Ensure the entire brewing facility including brewery, tanks, mill, counters, equipment, sinks, supplies, packaging line, shelving and storage areas are clean and comply with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards at all times. Make recommendations to General Manger for maintenance, repair and upkeep of facility and all equipment. Design, establish, and maintain a daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance schedule.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
The Brewer does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• A formal brewing education from a credited brewing program preferred.
• College Degree in a related technical field (Science or Engineering) and at least 3 years experience in a Commercial Brewery; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of beer offerings and recipe development (flavors, ingredients, etc.)
Special Requirements:
• Ability to work a flexible schedule: days, nights and or weekends.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong communication and administration skills to interact with customers, vendors, and coworkers in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Must possess superior organizational skills.
• Possess the ability to multi-task and manage stressful circumstances associated with a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment, and have leadership and planning skills.
• Analytical ability to gather and summarize data, find solutions to various administrative problems.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Good understanding of quality assurance / quality control and problem solving skills and to troubleshoot any beer related issues.
Equipment, Machines and Software Used:
This position requires the regular use of a computer, printer, copier, telephone, scanner, calculator, cash register (at events,) keg washer, forklift, centrifugal pumps, electrical heating equipment, digital and analog scales, grain mill, hydrometer, refractometer, various brewing and lab equipment that is subject to change over time and handling pressurized gases
Computer Software: Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, Excel
Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk, talk, hear, use hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel, push, pull, reach, crouch, kneel, crawl or bend, and perform repetitive motions of the hands and/or wrists.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• High mental and visual attention required for planning difficult work methods and sequences to obtain size, shape, or physical qualities of product. AND/OR Extremely close visual attention such as making delicate adjustments to control high speed operations to exercise very precise muscular control.
Environmental Conditions:
While performing the duties of this position, the worker is exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, potential for physical injury, exposure to hot fluids, pressurized vessels and transfer lines, strong odors, chemicals, and moving machinery.
Disclaimer:
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee’s job duties at any time at its sole discretion.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Melvin Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Melvin is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
If this is the job for you, please send your resume and cover letter to: jobs@melvinbrewing.com
Subject Line: SD Brewer
Title of Position: Brewpub Brewer
Reports To: General Manager/VP of Operations
Job Description:
Melvin Brewing Company is opening its next Brewpub in the heart of East Village directly across from the new 14th Street Promenade project. We are installing a Premier 7 BBl Combi System and are looking for the right person to brew our beer. Are you an energetic, unrelenting, enthusiastic, self-motivated, self-disciplined, competitive, assertive, confident, goal-oriented self starter with the desire to succeed? If that sounds like you, and you want to work for one of the top 50 fastest growing breweries in the country, then keep reading.
The concept behind the brewpubs is three-fold. The first, is to drive the brand. The second, is to be a R&D and development for future product, and the third is to be a profitable brewpub.
With our typical 20 faucet facility, we will strive to maintain roughly a 60/40 split in favor of HOUSE beer. We will pour the core products that bring people through the door, but strive to sell them HOUSE brewed product as much as possible.
To achieve this, we will be true to our brand and always have HOUSE selections that our customer base enjoys. A local IPA, DIPA will always need to be an offering. We will then brew HOUSE beers that compliment and diversify our list. These recipes will be provided and come from our existing portfolio of proven pub brews.
Our HOUSE brewers are fist and foremost, MELVIN BREWERS. Once mandatory schedule brews have been fulfilled, HOUSE brewers will have the opportunity to brew recipes of their own. These recipes must be approved by the Director of Brewery Operation before they can be scheduled.
As a Melvin Brewing San Diego brewer, you are required to brew at least 1 brew a week during business hours (11am to 11pm). Our brewhouse is a theatre in this location and is the center piece of the facility. It is expected that our brewer does this and is able to interact with customers in a professional and friendly manner during the brewing process.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)
• Brew and Package beer according to brew schedule
• Keep Brewing Facility clean and functional at all times
• Develop Cleaning & Maintenance Schedules and perform all required cleanings to the appropriate standards.
• Clean tanks, Brewhouse, kegs, pins, packaging line and other equipment
• Maintain inventory management system and inventory counts of finished beer, grain, hops, and other raw materials.
• Follow inventory procedures for all raw materials, chemicals, beer, cooperage, small parts, packaging, supplies etc. and maintain appropriate par levels of each.
• Monitor quality and temperature of fermenting beers on a daily basis. Monitor sugar decrease, take level readings on the Brite Beer Tank(s) and monitor temperature and pressure build up in fermenters and Brite Beer Tanks.
• Monitor quality, flavor and carbonation of serving beers in the Tap Room/Tasting Room, Packaging, and throughout brewing process.
• Rack beer from Fermenters to Brite Beer tanks and ensure it is recorded properly.
• Monitor pressure in tanks at all times.
• Encourage sensory tasting panels with brewpub manager and staff.
• Represent Melvin Brewing Bellingham at various events, festivals and promotions. Promote good public relations and handle complaints and concerns.
• Follow all brewery and MBB policies and procedures and follow current developments in local, state, and federal laws applicable to the service of alcohol, safe food handling, health standards etc.
• Label all kegs and other packaged product in accordance with federal and state law using appropriate keg collars, labels and date codes.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a weekly/monthly basis as required and follow all Cleaning & Maintenance Schedules.
• Troubleshoot and report all equipment problems, violations or substandard practices to the General Manager.
• Be responsible for maintaining all required paperwork and records including but not limited to brew logs, inventory sheets, packaging records, recipe sheets.
• Place orders to maintain proper levels of inventory, availability, and event schedules.
• Ensure the entire brewing facility including brewery, tanks, mill, counters, equipment, sinks, supplies, packaging line, shelving and storage areas are clean and comply with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards at all times. Make recommendations to General Manger for maintenance, repair and upkeep of facility and all equipment. Design, establish, and maintain a daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance schedule.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
The Brewer does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
Education and Experience:
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• A formal brewing education from a credited brewing program preferred.
• College Degree in a related technical field (Science or Engineering) and at least 3 years experience in a Commercial Brewery; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of beer offerings and recipe development (flavors, ingredients, etc.)
Special Requirements:
• Ability to work a flexible schedule: days, nights and or weekends.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strong communication and administration skills to interact with customers, vendors, and coworkers in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Must possess superior organizational skills.
• Possess the ability to multi-task and manage stressful circumstances associated with a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment, and have leadership and planning skills.
• Analytical ability to gather and summarize data, find solutions to various administrative problems.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Good understanding of quality assurance / quality control and problem solving skills and to troubleshoot any beer related issues.
Equipment, Machines and Software Used:
This position requires the regular use of a computer, printer, copier, telephone, scanner, calculator, cash register (at events,) keg washer, forklift, centrifugal pumps, electrical heating equipment, digital and analog scales, grain mill, hydrometer, refractometer, various brewing and lab equipment that is subject to change over time and handling pressurized gases
Computer Software: Microsoft Office, Word, Outlook, Excel
Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk, talk, hear, use hands to finger, grasp, handle or feel, push, pull, reach, crouch, kneel, crawl or bend, and perform repetitive motions of the hands and/or wrists.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• High mental and visual attention required for planning difficult work methods and sequences to obtain size, shape, or physical qualities of product. AND/OR Extremely close visual attention such as making delicate adjustments to control high speed operations to exercise very precise muscular control.
Environmental Conditions:
While performing the duties of this position, the worker is exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, potential for physical injury, exposure to hot fluids, pressurized vessels and transfer lines, strong odors, chemicals, and moving machinery.
Disclaimer:
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee’s job duties at any time at its sole discretion.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Melvin Brewing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Melvin is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
If this is the job for you, please send your resume and cover letter to: jobs@melvinbrewing.com
Subject Line: SD Brewer