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  • Brewer Wanted - Norfolk, VA

    Smartmouth Brewing Co., is seeking a full-time brewer at its headquarters location in Norfolk, VA. Smartmouth opened in 2012 and distributes throughout Virginia in both cans and kegs. In 2017, it sold approximately 4,500 bbls of beer and opened up a second pilot facility (10bbl system) 30 minutes away in Virginia Beach.

    We are a small company with a familial atmosphere and low turnover. We are looking to add an individual who is passionate about beer, loves a clean brewery and clean beer, demonstrates self-motivation, wants to grow and is looking for increasing levels of responsibility.

    Job Summary:

    The brewer will be responsible for all brewhouse operations and duties with secondary responsibilities in the cellar. The primary responsibility of this position will be wort production. The ideal candidate would have skills and interest in the scientific aspects of brewing and quality control. Professional brewing experience and/or a degree from a reputable brewing school strongly preferred. The brewer will work on a shift schedule (a mix of early morning and late afternoon shifts - no late night shifts -with the other brewers on staff) and will report directly to the Head Brewer.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Wort production
    • CIP tanks, cellar equipment and brewhouse (this includes handling acids and caustics and performing titrations)
    • Harvest, pitch and manage yeast
    • Dry-hop beers
    • Mill and stage recipes accurately
    • Maintain workplace safety while upholding quality standards
    • Continually lift, drag, carry and manipulate hoses, parts, pumps, buckets and reservoirs
    • Maintain accurate and legible records
    • Sanitation of all beer contact surfaces and equipment
    • Perform routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of equipment and infrastructure
    • Work safely
    • Perform other related duties as assigned

    Requirements:

    • Professional brewery experience and/or a degree from a reputable brewing school
    • Hard working, positive team player with strong interpersonal skills
    • Ability to multitask and manage time while being detail oriented
    • Flexible schedule

    Physical requirements:

    The brewer must be able to bend over, twist, kneel, stand for the duration of a shift, lift 55 pounds and maneuver 160 pounds repeatedly Work in a wet environment with exposure to heat and cold. Requires proper handling of hazardous materials and operation of complex machinery.

    This is an immediate opening with a start date to be negotiated based on availability with a competitive salary based on experience, paid vacation and health insurance benefits.

    To apply, please email resume and cover letter with subject line “Brewer Position” to jobs@smartmouthbrewing.com.
    Porter Hardy
    President
    Smartmouth Brewing Co.
    Norfolk, VA
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