Head Brewer (CTAP)

We are currently hiring a Head Brewer at our Samuel Adams Tap Room in Cincinnati, OH

The Head Brewer is responsible for production of Samuel Adams and Boston Beer products, managing process and formulation to ensure adherence to BBC product specification. The Head Brewer works closely with the Senior Manager, Brewing Operations for ingredient selection and specification, research and development, and capital projects.

What You'll Brew:

Brewing Operations:

• Manage the process and formulation of products to ensure adherence to specification and performance targets
• Support the Senior Manager, Brewing Operations in supplier relations through raw material selection and logistics to include, but not limited to, malt, hops, yeast, spices and flavors
• Develop short and long term production schedules to fulfill onsite needs and balance off-site, on-premise needs.
• Create and maintain diverse product offerings at our Cincinnati Taproom.
• Monitor key process variables and maintain a high level of adherence to KPIs and related goals and metrics.
• Manage QA performance metrics for all products, reporting exceptions to Senior Manager, Brewing Operations. Respond to QA/QC data by implementing process and formulation adjustments to ensure adherence to BBC specifications.
• Compile data and deliver summary reports to brewing management
• Drive capacity utilization and capital equipment requests for brewery plant and equipment
• Responsible for making brewery sanitation and safety a priority with a program that ensures all production employees are fully trained and all safety policies and procedures are compliant.
• Maintain a schedule of routine maintenance on all mechanical systems in the brewery
• Perform brewery process audits for BBC brands to ensure consistency, repeatability, and to facilitate flavor agreement across the multi-plant system.
• Coordinate/participate in taste panels to evaluate system wide adherence to quality specification and flavor agreement across the multi-plant system.
• Participate in taste panels of new products, including researching history of the style, sampling competitors’ products from the market, and discussing development of the product based on BBC brewing philosophy
• Coordinate Brewing, Quality, and Operations efforts to ensure timely procurement of raw materials for seasonal and year-round beers and products
• Provides vacation coverage as warranted and approved by the Senior Manager, Brewing Operations
• Provides timely updates of process and formulation changes, materials utilization, etc. to Senior Manager, Brewing Operations
• Work with legal department regarding new product development to ensure compliance.

Leadership/Management:

• Responsible for training and personal development of BBC production staff and/or interns
• Work and communicate effectively within the BBC Brewing Management Network
• Responsible for the hiring, onboarding, training, and retaining of engaged & high-performing coworkers.
• Provide clear expectations and direction to direct reports. Resolve conflicts, remove obstacles, and inspire action while fostering a collaborative, results-driven team environment.
• Deliver regular feedback through coaching, development opportunities, and performance reviews to drive learning, growth, and continuous improvement.

What Ingredients You'll Bring:

Education/Experience: 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Fermentation Science, Engineering, Chemistry, and related concentrations OR commensurate industry experience. Formal brewing education highly preferred

Minimum Qualifications :

• 3 years’ experience working full time in a professional brewing role (in addition to degree and/or relevant experience)
• Previous experience in beer production and small batch brewing.
• Previous experience scheduling, managing inventory, tracking performance metrics, and reporting.
• Management/team lead experience
• Strong business and communication skills. Able to collaborate with key stakeholders and cross-functional partners across the Boston Beer Company.
• Proven ability to prioritize and make informed decisions quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of brewhouse operations, 4-vessel brewhouse equipment, and CIP program systems
• Demonstrated experience in brewing recipe development
• Experience using brewing-specific ERP systems (i.e. EKOS, Brew Planner, Beer 30)
• Demonstrated experience in project planning, facilities management, budgeting and financial analysis
• Experience with events planning and execution
• Experience utilizing SAP management systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, sometimes repeatedly
• Regular walking and standing for long periods of time (up to 11 hours a day) on concrete, metal and grated surfaces
• While performing the duties of this role, it may be required to climb flights of stairs, work from heights or on elevated platforms
• Agile enough to step over, crouch or crawl under
• Established dexterity to:
  
  • Handle materials
  • Operate equipment
  • Interface with computer systems with precision
• Ability to pour, pick up a glass, deliver beverages to customers
• Ability to handle kitchen and service equipment
• Able to be on your feet for 8 hours at a time
• Be able to move 160lbs safely
• Ability to repeatedly lift and set 55lbs at a time
• Ability to perform extensive, often rigorous labor in high and low temperatures for extended periods of time

Level: 6

At the Boston Beer Company and in accordance with pay transparency laws, we are open about our salary ranges. For this role, the salary range is between $70,700 and $133,300. However, it’s important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location. Additionally, this position qualifies for a discretionary annual bonus based on company and individual performance, and certain sales roles might include a car allowance.

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important “ingredient.” We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too. In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k and more, Full Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Fertility/adoption support
• Free financial coaching
• Health & wellness program and discounts
• Professional development & training
• Free beer!

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.

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