PRODUCTION BREWER
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BREWING SINCE 1993
Join one of the UK's most respected independent, family-owned breweries
Passionate about beer
A team with a shared passion for quality, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement
WORKING AT ROOSTER'S
Rooster's Brewing Co. has been at the forefront of British craft beer for over 30 years. As one of the pioneers of modern hop-forward brewing in the UK, we've built an award-winning reputation while remaining proudly independent and family owned.
If you're passionate about producting exceptional beer, enjoy practical, hands-on work and want to be part of a supportive, close-knit production team, we'd love to hear from you.
We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you feel you're underrepresented in the brewing industry, or don't meet every requirement but believe you'd be a great fit for the role, we strongly encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and know that great people come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a hands-on brewing role supporting the Head Brewer, Lead Brewer and Production Manager across the full brewing, fermentation and packaging process. You will take responsibility for allocated brews, ensuring recipes and processes are followed accurately, and that quality, consistency, hygiene and safety standards are maintained throughout.
The role covers all aspects of day-to-day brewery operations, including brewing, fermentation, yeast management, quality control, packaging, cleaning and stock management. You will also help identify and resolve any production issues and ensure brewing operations are carried out safely and efficiently.
We are looking for an experienced brewer who is passionate about producing high-quality beer, has strong attention to detail and takes pride in maintaining excellent standards across the brewery.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To assist the Head Brewer, Lead Brewer and Production Manager in the brewing, packaging and cleaning process plus any other duties as required.
DETAILED DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the production of any beer allocated from brewing schedule
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Execute brewing operations according to established recipes, monitor, and record all stages of the brewing process (timings, temperature, pH etc.) from mashing to packaging, ensuring correct stock rotation of all raw materials
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Perform quality checks and all necessary lab work, including analysis throughout the brewing process to ensure consistency of flavour, ABV, and appearance
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Identify and raise any issues / concerns relating to any given brew day with line manager
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Monitor and manage yeast health
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Order raw materials when requested
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Operate steam boiler in the correct, precise, and safe manner as instructedby immediate manager. Specifically ensure that the correct set up and shut down procedures are followed and immediately report any problems or concerns to Head Brewer or Production Manager
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CIP brewhouse vessels as and when required
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Work on canning line as require to help with the packaging of cans
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Stack and wrap pallets to fulfill customer orders when requested
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Assist drivers with van loading when requested
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Carry out maintenance work when requested
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Strictly adhere to process procedures and cleaning regimes whilst maintaining a clean and sanitary brewing environment, adhering to all food safety regulations
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Always follow strict Health and Safety and COSHH guidelines
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Knowledge:
Deep understanding of the brewing process, including
mashing, lautering, boiling, fermentation, and packaging
Quality Assurance: Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality standards
Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and help find solutions quickly
Communication Skills: Effective communication with other departments, including sales, marketing, and management
DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: At least 2 years brewing experience or the equivalent
Qualifications: General Certificate in Brewering or the equivalent
Other desireable: Forklift licence holder
SALARY
We are offering an industry-benchmarked competitive salary for this position.
WHY JOIN ROOSTER'S?
Weekly beer allowance
Each Friday, our team has the option to sit down and share a beer together in the Taproom, but your beer allowance can be used any day of the week you choose.
29 days holiday
This includes bank holidays and also includes having your birthday off - this can be taken on the day or used at a later date.
25% off in the taproom
Over the bar, you're able to make the most of a generous staff discount.
Staff discount on webshop
Not only do you get a generous discount on webshop orders but you also can save with discounts on full cases (12x440ml cans)
Free breakfast
As part of the production and packaging teams, the company provides food to make your own breakfast every morning
Company pension scheme
The company operates a workplace pension scheme which you will be entitled to join after three months service.
Training and development
We're committed to continuous improvement, including supporting and furthering our teams development and training.