Senior Brewer: Lead Shifts, Drive Quality & Innovation

Bowness Bay Brewing UK; Kendal; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above national average salary

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A growing craft brewery in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Brewer to lead production shifts and ensure quality control. The successful candidate will have 3-4 years of commercial brewing experience and a solid understanding of production processes. This role involves mentoring junior brewers, participating in recipe development, and maintaining high hygiene standards. The brewery offers competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about craft brewing.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years of hands-on commercial brewing experience.
• Proven ability to operate a brewery independently.
• Experience of wort production and full cellaring operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts and day-to-day production decisions.
• Ensure quality sign-off and maintain hygiene standards.
• Participate in recipe development and beer trials.

Skills

Hands-on brewing experience

Production decision-making

Quality control

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

IBD General Certificate in Brewing

Tools

Semi-automatic brewing systems

CIP systems

Job description

A growing craft brewery in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Brewer to lead production shifts and ensure quality control. The successful candidate will have 3-4 years of commercial brewing experience and a solid understanding of production processes. This role involves mentoring junior brewers, participating in recipe development, and maintaining high hygiene standards. The brewery offers competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about craft brewing.