Junior Brewer Lockwood Enfield
Job description
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A junior position within the brewing and cellaring team to assist with the production of wort,
monitor the beer’s fermentation and conditioning in line with quality control and production targets.
The Junior Brewer will be responsible for assisting production and Senior Brewer in all daily duties,
such as malt preparation, Brewhouse CIPs and record-keeping. The role will also involve cellaring
duties such as Measuring in tank CO2/DO and carbonating drinks as required, yeast management,
and performing basic quality checks. Other duties will be ensuring our processes meet relevant
hygiene standards, and making sure raw materials are readily available.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carrying out daily Cellaring duties, including:
Monitoring fermentation, ensuring Fermentation profiles are adhered to.
Operating HopNik.
Carrying out Vessel cleans (CIPs).
Performing basic quality checks. Phys-Chem checks, yeast counts & yeast viability.
Separation of green beer using a centrifuge.
Measuring in tank CO2/DO - Carbonating beers as required.
Ensuring beer is in spec for packaging dates.
Yeasting /hopping off vessels as required.
Yeast management.
- Assisting Senior and Production Brewers in Project work where needed.
- Keeping systems and records up to date.
- Capable of learning how to troubleshoot problems.
- Good Time Management.
- Carrying out hygiene work, ensuring the brewery is kept clean.
- Ensuring all products and processes meet relevant Food Hygiene standards.
- Ensuring that the quality of product leaving Beavertown Brewery is excellent at all times.
- Assisting on brewhouse duties, when on shift with a Production or Senior Brewer:
Malt, salts and hop preparation
Brewhouse CIPs
Generic Requirement
People
- To partake in any developmental training as required in compliance with the company standard
- Responsible for promoting a professional image of the Company and for complying with the company's Equal Opportunities and Harassment Policies at all times, including work related events which take place outside normal working hours.
- Comply with company rules, procedures, agreements and any notices displayed by the Company.
- Increasing your understanding of the art and science of brewing through study and investigation. All Brewers should be working towards their IBD certificate or equivalent.
- Demonstrating the ‘Beavertown Way’ to visitors and clients through knowledge, enthusiasm and hospitality.
- Providing cover as a team 16 hours per day, 7 days week including bank holidays (e.g. Christmas).
- Rota’d for weekends, alongside Production or Senior Brewers (never the most senior person on site).
- Providing cover at THFC on a rotation basis according to Production needs and/or allowing.
Quality
- To operate in line with SALSA, BRC and ISO 9000 Quality systems with specific reference to quality, complaints and non-conformances.
Health and Safety
- All staff have a duty to work in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974), COSHH Regulations and other relevant policies and procedures.
- Comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Security Regulations.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- At least 6 months’ Brewery experiences or relevant academic qualification (MSc/IBD).
- IBD General Certificate, IBD Diploma, MSc in Brewing – desirable
- Understanding of brewing science, equipment and techniques.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering or Familiar with laboratory equipment and methods – desirable.
- Capable of physical work.
- Ability to work well in a team in a fast-paced Production environment.
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Strong record keeping abilities
- Willing to work on a 24-hour shift system basis
- Positive and committed attitude to work
- Demonstrate a passion for the industry and Beavertown brand
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Enfield, Greater London: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Work Location: In person
