Head Brewer - Alvarium Beer Company

Location

New Britain, CT | United States

Job description

Alvarium Beer Co. is buzzing with a dynamic and dedicated team of creative, passionate, and talented individuals. Just like the industrious bee, we thrive on hard work and find solace in a strong sense of community. Right now, we're on the lookout for a driven and skilled Head Brewer to take the helm of our extraordinary production team.

As the Head Brewer, you will play a vital role in leading our brewing operations. You'll collaborate closely with our dynamic leadership team to craft and implement our strategic approach to brewing, always striving for top-notch quality and unwavering consistency. In this exciting position, your main responsibilities will include:

• As the master of all things beer, you will be in charge of every step of the production process. This includes the exciting tasks of crafting unique recipes, brewing and fermentation, packaging, and maintaining top-notch quality control.
• Leading a team of talented individuals, you will serve as their trusted supervisor and mentor. Your guidance and coaching will help them elevate their skills, while your dedication to creating an exceptional employee experience ensures a harmonious and motivated team.
• Promoting a safe and immaculate work environment that fully meets government regulations and upholds our company's high standards.
• Carefully overseeing the inventory of both raw materials and completed products.
• Working closely with the sales and marketing team to innovate and introduce exciting new products while ensuring a consistent supply to meet customer demand.
• Continuously improving brewing processes and procedures to increase efficiency and quality. Creating and maintaining detailed SOPs and quality control processes.
• Keeping your finger on the pulse of industry trends and staying up-to-date with the latest best practices are essential. As you do so, you'll be in a position to spot opportunities that can drive continuous improvement across our processes and products.
• Showcasing Alvarium at industry related events, promoting the brand and building relationships
• Collaborating with our dedicated team to ensure that all employees, including our knowledgeable sales and taproom staff, possess a deep understanding of our remarkable range of products.

Some of the rewards include:

• The opportunity to work in a dynamic and highly creative environment
• You will be part of a passionate team committed to brewing exceptional craft beers
• You will have a chance to make a real impact on the success of a growing company with an outstanding industry reputation

The ideal candidate for this position is a seasoned and forward-thinking brewer, with profound enthusiasm for the art of craft beer. You must possess a solid grasp of the intricate brewing process, an extensive knowledge of ingredients and equipment, along with exceptional leadership and top-notch communication skills.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional brewing experience
• Proven experience in recipe development and quality control
• Strong technical knowledge of brewing processes, ingredients, and equipment
• Experience managing a team and leading brewing operations
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 55 lbs) and stand for extended periods of time
• Relevant brewing certifications or education are preferred but not required

At Alvarium Beer Co., we believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our team. Come join our growing hive and be a part of something special!

Benefits

The established salary range for this position is $58,000 to $75,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Not only do we offer a highly competitive salary, but we also provide an enticing package of benefits for our full-time employees that includes comprehensive health insurance, a 401k retirement plan, group life insurance coverage, and a generous paid time off plan. Relocation assistance will be considered for the right candidate.

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