Head Brewer

**Overview**

**Duties**
- Operate brewing equipment to produce HKB beer according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Monitor fermentation processes, adjusting variables as necessary to ensure optimal flavor and quality.
- Conduct regular quality control tests.
- Manage packaging operations, ensuring that all products are packaged and labeled correctly.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the brewing area, adhering to strict food safety guidelines.
- Manage inventory, including tracking raw materials and finished product.
- Perform routine maintenance of all equipment and facility basic upkeep.
- Stay abreast of sales to ensure inventory is available at Connect.
- Document production processes, create a production schedule 6 months out, manage Ollie the Brewery Management software we use.
- Work closely with the taproom Manager on the beer lineup, inventory and sales.
- Report directly to the owner, providing reports such as cost analysis, margins, hop contracts, forecasts etc.
- Place orders to purchase all materials for brewing, maintain good relationships and ensure HKB is paying the best price.
- Attend/work Festivals, industry events and hospitality events.

**Qualifications**
- **MINIMUM 3 years experience as a full-time Brewer.**:

- Mechanical knowledge to operate and maintain brewing equipment effectively.
- Basic math skills for measuring ingredients and calculating production metrics.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices in a brewing context.
- Forklift certification is a plus but not required; training may be provided.
- Passion for brewing and eagerness to learn about new techniques and trends in the industry.
- **Join us in creating exceptional brews that delight our customers while working in an engaging environment focused on quality, teamwork, and innovation.**

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-13
Expected start date: 2025-08-25