Head Brewer

Union Trail Brewing Company  ------------

About Us:

Union Trail Brewing is a new brewery opening in Blakeley, MN this fall and we’re looking for a creative, knowledgeable, positive person to take up the mantle of Head Brewer! Union Trail aims to provide a positive community experience by providing easy drinking ales and lagers while also introducing customers to creative and complex brews they may not have experienced before. The taproom, patio, and food service in addition to an excellent selection of beers is something we’re ecstatic about sharing with the community. We hope you’ll become part of the team!

Why should you apply?:

Union Trail wants to provide an excellent taproom, brewery, and event center experience, but also wants to foster your creativity and passion for craft brewing. As Head Brewer you have the flexibility to craft the beers you feel are the best fit and also experiment with our pilot system. We want to hear what you think and support your brewing endeavor to the best of our ability. We also provide the benefits listed below.

Full-time Employment

Pay: $23-26 per hour based on experience

Benefits:

• PTO, paid holidays
• Medical Insurance with company contribution
• Beer and Gear
• Clothing allowance
• Other available insurance

Required Skills:

• Prior professional brewery experience
• Creativity and positive attitude
• Ability to follow and document precise brewery processes
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team setting and individually
• Ability to identify necessary tasks and complete them effectively without supervision
• Must understand and adhere to brewing and sanitation process
• Must understand and adhere to industry standard safety rules and processes
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and complete them efficiently
• Enthusiasm and strong personal knowledge of the microbrewery industry and market
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 lbs; lift, push, or pull up to 170 lbs

Responsibilities:

• Order, receive, inventory and organize brewing ingredients.
• Manage and complete all aspects of the brewing process.
• Manage and assist in cellaring duties including transferring, filtering, carbing and kegging.
• Create a brewing schedule based on business trends and demand.
• Develop and implement recipes.
• Document required testing and brewing information.
• Organize and document required information for Brewer's Report of Operations filings in addition to any other information requested by ownership.
• Utilize, clean and organize fittings, hoses, tools and other equipment.
• Manage crowler, canning and other packaging processes.
• Manage brewery cleanliness and adhere to strict cleaning protocols.
• Follow SOPs put forth by Union Trail Brewing.
• Prepare materials and vessels for production.
• Complete quality control processes.
• Work with management to establish any new processes to increase quality and efficiency.

Schedule:

Some flexibility is required depending on brewing schedule, season, and taproom events, but generally schedules are completed within an eight hour shift. (40hrs/week M-F) Some weekend work may be required.

Where to Apply:

Please apply through indeed and/or email ------------ with “Head Brewer Position” in the Subject Line and include the following items:

• Resume
• Cover letter or introduction in the body of the email
• Contact Info

Thank you for applying and we look forward to reviewing your resume!