Apprentice Craft Beer Brewer

Mad Squirrel is one of the UK's most innovative and progressive microbreweries in the Southeast of England and we are looking for a bright, hardworking individual who has ambitions to be a fully qualified brewer. We are offering a full apprenticeship at a competitive salary with training both on the job and at Nottingham University. **Apprenticeship summary** **Working week** Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 15:00 or 10.00 - 18.00. Time table can change depending on brewing activity. On the second year of the apprenticeship, occasional brewery checks at the weekend are required, this is actioned on a shared Rota basis. Total hours per week: 40 **Apprenticeship level** Higher Level 4 (Higher national certificate) **What will I be doing?** - Assisting the senior brewing team in the brewing process and all the cleaning activities associated with working in a busy brewery - Packaging finished craft beer into Cans, cask and kegs - Contributing to the rota system in ensuring that the brewery is completely clean and tidy and organised to ensure maximum productivity **What will I get out of it?** - Opportunity to study for the " General Certificate in Brewing" from the IBD (Institute of Brewing & Distilling) **What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?** **Benefits Include** - A monthly cash beer allowance. - 15% discounts off all tap rooms through membership cards. - 50% off food plus membership points. - An easy to access Employee wellness programme. - Full uniform which includes high quality working boots. - Regular Team Events and Days Out. **Job Type**: Apprenticeship Pay: £7.00 per hour **Benefits**: - Company events - Discounted or free food - Employee discount - Health & wellbeing programme - On-site parking - Store discount Schedule: - Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: - Hemel Hempstead: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person Reference ID: VAC1000154052