Head Brewer

We are looking for a passionate, organised and driven Head Brewer to manage our brewery production and lead our brewing team.

The Head Brewer will be critical in the efficient running of the brewery, from leading the team, the delivery of our core products plus developing new products, including our well established, sour range, seasonal beers and collaborations. This is a brilliant opportunity to join this independent fun business and help us continue in our expansion plans.

**Key Deliverables**

Developing, motivating and managing the production team, performing regular reviews and encouraging vocational training

Production scheduling to ensure the delivery of product on time and in line with agreed costs

Develop and oversee implementation of processes relating to wort production, cellaring and packaging

Work with the directors to create and manage plans to increase annual output in line with agreed sales forecasts whilst working on efficiencies

Responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant industry legislation and food quality/safety standards, including SALSA

Maintain record keeping and quality control to a high standard

Manage the delivery of an innovative range of specials to a pre-agreed calendar and to appropriate costings

Negotiation of raw material contracts and ordering of raw materials necessary to fulfill schedule

Work with the sales team and operations to ensure availability and delivery of core products

Manage quality and quality processes to maintain our excellent standard of product

Management reporting

Oversee and take ultimate responsibility for upkeep and improvements to beer quality. Continuously research new methods, processes and materials to improve quality and deliver progressive products

Take the lead in acquiring and implementing new equipment to improve quality and efficiencies

Manage the maintenance of all brewing equipment to ensure it is fully functional at all times

Represent brewery at selected industry events as a brand ambassador

Work with Marketing on initiatives for social engagement

Foster relationships with other breweries and artisan producers

Who we are looking for:
5+ years experience in brewing

Previous experience in managing a team

Ideally a relevant technical degree (e.g. engineering, brewing)

IBD Diploma in Brewing, Master Brewer qualification or similar (desirable)

Proficient MS Office skills - Excel, Word

Analytical capabilities

Good communication skills

Project Management experience

The adaptability to problem solve

Passion for the brewing industry

What you get:
Pension with NEST

Relaxed environment

Free parking

PPE provided plus branded t-shirts/hoodies

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

**Salary**: £19,500.00-£35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends only

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Swansea, SA1 2JT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location