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Legal Draft Beer Company seeks Head Brewer in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Our brewery in Arlington is unique, with an inviting, relaxed feel highlighted by great taproom and beer garden environments. Our production is innovative as well, utilizing a state-of-the-art high-efficiency brewing system that allows greatly accelerated production and maximum variety in a reasonable work day without sacrificing quality. We strive to make truly great beer with the finest ingredients, connect with our community, and grow our business in collaboration with our team.
Our head brewer should be as much of the brand as the owners, if not more. We need a person with the desire to participate in our business at all levels while taking direct and primary responsibility for crafting world class beer.
We are looking for a head brewer with at least five years’ brewing experience who is smart, self-motivated, and dedicated to the craft. We need someone who shares our creative vision of stellar beers, an exceptional working environment, and outstanding corporate citizenship. Knowledge of other aspects of commercial brewery operations is a must, as there will be responsibilities in all areas of the business.
The brewmaster will be responsible for day-to-day operation of the brewery and beer production, recipe design and adjustment, production management, cleaning and sanitizing, and overseeing all aspects of beer production from our 20 HL (17 bbl) High-Efficiency Brewing System through cellaring and packaging. We had production of more than 6,500 barrels in 2019, and anticipate a high rate of expansion and growth in the coming years.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Brewhouse Operations: Milling, Mashing, Filtering, Boiling, Whirlpooling, Knockout, Grain out, Brewhouse Vessel CIP
•Cellar-Related Operations: Fermenter CIP/Scrub/Sanitation, Cell Counting, Checking Gravities/Monitoring Fermentation (Including Glycol Controls), Capping/ Chilling/ Dryhopping schedule and procedures, Yeast Disposal and propagation, BBT Cleaning and Sanitizing, Recording fermentations, Reading BBT levels and recording
•Packaging Operations: Carbonation of beer, Filtering, Cleaning Kegs and Filling Kegs, Checking CO2 in beer, all aspects of packaging in canning line with 12 and 19.2 oz. cans
•Quality Assurance Operations: Cell Counts, Pitch Rates, Gravity Measurements, DO Measurements, Process Sampling, Yeast Viability Measurement, Taste Panel, Laboratory Analysis and interpretation
•Effluent processing as it relates to the above operations, cleaning and organizing standards, Daily Record of Activities accurately and legibly recorded, general brewery maintenance and management as needed, and reporting to pertinent governmental agencies
Creation, documentation, and enforcement of SOPs, Best Practices, Safety Program, Maintenance Schedule, Cleaning and Sanitation schedule and protocol, and related items for all aspects of brewery operations
Troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of all brewery equipment, including planning and development of schedules, processes, protocols, and checklists for same
Standing, walking, using computers and software, lifting up to 55 lbs., stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, talking, hearing
Visual acuity required, with or without correction
Senses of smell and taste crucial in assessment of beers
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be 21 years of age or older.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
•Computers and process automation systems
•Brewing raw materials including malt, hops, water, yeast
•Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
•Pumps, hoses, valves, clamps, gaskets, and other brewing equipment
20 HL (17 bbl) high-efficiency brewing system, allowing faster and more efficient brewing and capability of cost-efficient expansion of production
45 CPM automated canning line
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job:
•Primarily performed in operational areas
•Environment is usually that of a brewer
•Regularly works with hazardous materials
•Works on wet floors and with wet equipment
•Regularly works around high voltage, hot water, and steam
•Frequently must work in a sanitary environment
The ideal candidate for this position will possess exceptional skills in organization, planning, leadership, problem-solving, and social interaction. The success of our brewery will result from positive experiences for our customers and the public at our brewery and taproom. Interaction with our customer base and with distributors/retailers will be frequent. The candidate must also possess computer skills to quickly learn software systems, both in accounting and brewing. Our brewer must be an energetic, forward-thinking and creative person with the highest ethical standards and a single-minded dedication to the pursuit of perfection in our products. Our brewer must positively represent the brewery to our employees, our customers, government regulators, and the community. He or she must be well-organized and self-motivated, pay hawk-like and razor-sharp attention to detail, and be able to manage multiple processes simultaneously.
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and reputation.
If you are willing to discuss our vision and the opportunity we can present, please email your resume to me at greg@legaldraftbeer.com. Cheers!
Our head brewer should be as much of the brand as the owners, if not more. We need a person with the desire to participate in our business at all levels while taking direct and primary responsibility for crafting world class beer.
We are looking for a head brewer with at least five years’ brewing experience who is smart, self-motivated, and dedicated to the craft. We need someone who shares our creative vision of stellar beers, an exceptional working environment, and outstanding corporate citizenship. Knowledge of other aspects of commercial brewery operations is a must, as there will be responsibilities in all areas of the business.
The brewmaster will be responsible for day-to-day operation of the brewery and beer production, recipe design and adjustment, production management, cleaning and sanitizing, and overseeing all aspects of beer production from our 20 HL (17 bbl) High-Efficiency Brewing System through cellaring and packaging. We had production of more than 6,500 barrels in 2019, and anticipate a high rate of expansion and growth in the coming years.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Brewhouse Operations: Milling, Mashing, Filtering, Boiling, Whirlpooling, Knockout, Grain out, Brewhouse Vessel CIP
•Cellar-Related Operations: Fermenter CIP/Scrub/Sanitation, Cell Counting, Checking Gravities/Monitoring Fermentation (Including Glycol Controls), Capping/ Chilling/ Dryhopping schedule and procedures, Yeast Disposal and propagation, BBT Cleaning and Sanitizing, Recording fermentations, Reading BBT levels and recording
•Packaging Operations: Carbonation of beer, Filtering, Cleaning Kegs and Filling Kegs, Checking CO2 in beer, all aspects of packaging in canning line with 12 and 19.2 oz. cans
•Quality Assurance Operations: Cell Counts, Pitch Rates, Gravity Measurements, DO Measurements, Process Sampling, Yeast Viability Measurement, Taste Panel, Laboratory Analysis and interpretation
•Effluent processing as it relates to the above operations, cleaning and organizing standards, Daily Record of Activities accurately and legibly recorded, general brewery maintenance and management as needed, and reporting to pertinent governmental agencies
Creation, documentation, and enforcement of SOPs, Best Practices, Safety Program, Maintenance Schedule, Cleaning and Sanitation schedule and protocol, and related items for all aspects of brewery operations
Troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of all brewery equipment, including planning and development of schedules, processes, protocols, and checklists for same
Standing, walking, using computers and software, lifting up to 55 lbs., stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, talking, hearing
Visual acuity required, with or without correction
Senses of smell and taste crucial in assessment of beers
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job, a person must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must be 21 years of age or older.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT
•Computers and process automation systems
•Brewing raw materials including malt, hops, water, yeast
•Cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
•Pumps, hoses, valves, clamps, gaskets, and other brewing equipment
20 HL (17 bbl) high-efficiency brewing system, allowing faster and more efficient brewing and capability of cost-efficient expansion of production
45 CPM automated canning line
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job:
•Primarily performed in operational areas
•Environment is usually that of a brewer
•Regularly works with hazardous materials
•Works on wet floors and with wet equipment
•Regularly works around high voltage, hot water, and steam
•Frequently must work in a sanitary environment
The ideal candidate for this position will possess exceptional skills in organization, planning, leadership, problem-solving, and social interaction. The success of our brewery will result from positive experiences for our customers and the public at our brewery and taproom. Interaction with our customer base and with distributors/retailers will be frequent. The candidate must also possess computer skills to quickly learn software systems, both in accounting and brewing. Our brewer must be an energetic, forward-thinking and creative person with the highest ethical standards and a single-minded dedication to the pursuit of perfection in our products. Our brewer must positively represent the brewery to our employees, our customers, government regulators, and the community. He or she must be well-organized and self-motivated, pay hawk-like and razor-sharp attention to detail, and be able to manage multiple processes simultaneously.
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and reputation.
If you are willing to discuss our vision and the opportunity we can present, please email your resume to me at greg@legaldraftbeer.com. Cheers!