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Brewer/Cellarman for NYC Brewery
Hi! We've just increased our fermentation capacity and therefore are
SEEKING EXPERIENCED BREWER
TO JOIN THE FIFTH HAMMER BREW CREW
(and undefeated bowling team)
ABOUT FIFTH HAMMER BREWING CO.
Opened in October of 2017, Fifth Hammer Brewing Company is a 15-bbl craft brewery and tasting room located in Queens, NY. In the heart of Long Island City, the Fifth Hammer tasting room is a community hub that has rapidly won hearts for the environment it offers and for the variety of high-quality beers available to enjoy. Fifth Hammer believes in creativity in perpetuity and is consistently expanding its diverse portfolio of beers. The brewery has recently expanded fermentation capacity by 60% and seeks a skilled, enthusiastic, craft beer loving person to join the Fifth Hammer Brew Crew in a production role.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Brewing and cellar activities -- including but not limited to:
• Wort production
• Vessel/Brewhouse CIP and sanitation
• Yeast harvesting
• Handling raw materials
• Dry hopping and other secondary ingredient additions
• Transferring and carbonating beer
• Barrel work (transferring to/from, cleaning, purging, maintenance)
• Additional tasks related to brewing and cellaring beer
• Cleaning
• More cleaning
• Cleaning even more
• Monitoring fermentation (gravity, pH, pitch rates, etc.)
• Maintaining accurate and coherent records
• Assisting with packaging and keg cleaning
• Maintaining and ensuring that the brewery production area remains clean and organized
• Maintaining an orderly and safe work environment
• Forklift operation
• Other miscellaneous duties as needed, including keg/can deliveries
REQUIREMENTS:
• 1+ year/s experience in a similar role in a packaging brewery is required. A formal brewing education is desirable but will not replace the professional experience requirement
• Strong knowledge of the brewing process
• Ability to follow recipes and standard operating procedures
• Must be able to properly handle hazardous materials and operate complex machinery.
• Must possess high quality standards and be able to work effectively and efficiently without direct supervision
• A focus on cleanliness and proper sanitation must be of the highest priority
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The job may also require occasional travel to and participation in trade shows and beer related events
• Must be organized and punctual with outstanding time management skills
• This is a labor-intensive, highly-physical position. Must have ability to be physically agile and flexible for the duration of a shift, lift 55+ pounds repeatedly throughout the shift, safely handle hot and cold liquids, & safely handle cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.
• Must have basic computer skills and aptitude.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and have proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
This is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Salary is dependent upon experience. 80 hours paid time off annually (hours accrued weekly and can be used after 60-day probationary period), 5 days sick leave (max 40 hours annual), 6 paid holidays annually (New Years Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day).
Please send CV and cover letter to jobs@fifthhammerbrewing.com
SEEKING EXPERIENCED BREWER
TO JOIN THE FIFTH HAMMER BREW CREW
(and undefeated bowling team)
ABOUT FIFTH HAMMER BREWING CO.
Opened in October of 2017, Fifth Hammer Brewing Company is a 15-bbl craft brewery and tasting room located in Queens, NY. In the heart of Long Island City, the Fifth Hammer tasting room is a community hub that has rapidly won hearts for the environment it offers and for the variety of high-quality beers available to enjoy. Fifth Hammer believes in creativity in perpetuity and is consistently expanding its diverse portfolio of beers. The brewery has recently expanded fermentation capacity by 60% and seeks a skilled, enthusiastic, craft beer loving person to join the Fifth Hammer Brew Crew in a production role.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Brewing and cellar activities -- including but not limited to:
• Wort production
• Vessel/Brewhouse CIP and sanitation
• Yeast harvesting
• Handling raw materials
• Dry hopping and other secondary ingredient additions
• Transferring and carbonating beer
• Barrel work (transferring to/from, cleaning, purging, maintenance)
• Additional tasks related to brewing and cellaring beer
• Cleaning
• More cleaning
• Cleaning even more
• Monitoring fermentation (gravity, pH, pitch rates, etc.)
• Maintaining accurate and coherent records
• Assisting with packaging and keg cleaning
• Maintaining and ensuring that the brewery production area remains clean and organized
• Maintaining an orderly and safe work environment
• Forklift operation
• Other miscellaneous duties as needed, including keg/can deliveries
REQUIREMENTS:
• 1+ year/s experience in a similar role in a packaging brewery is required. A formal brewing education is desirable but will not replace the professional experience requirement
• Strong knowledge of the brewing process
• Ability to follow recipes and standard operating procedures
• Must be able to properly handle hazardous materials and operate complex machinery.
• Must possess high quality standards and be able to work effectively and efficiently without direct supervision
• A focus on cleanliness and proper sanitation must be of the highest priority
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The job may also require occasional travel to and participation in trade shows and beer related events
• Must be organized and punctual with outstanding time management skills
• This is a labor-intensive, highly-physical position. Must have ability to be physically agile and flexible for the duration of a shift, lift 55+ pounds repeatedly throughout the shift, safely handle hot and cold liquids, & safely handle cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.
• Must have basic computer skills and aptitude.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and have proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
This is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Salary is dependent upon experience. 80 hours paid time off annually (hours accrued weekly and can be used after 60-day probationary period), 5 days sick leave (max 40 hours annual), 6 paid holidays annually (New Years Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day).
Please send CV and cover letter to jobs@fifthhammerbrewing.com