Assistant Brewer — Cellar & Brew Operations

The Tap Brewery; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tap Brewery in Bloomington, Indiana is seeking a Cellarman to support daily brewery operations, cleaning, sanitation, and yeast management. You will handle CIP and manual cleaning, operate keg washers, and assist with wort production and data recording.

This role requires physical stamina, a safety mindset, and flexibility to work weekends or nights. Responsibilities include keg handling, draft system maintenance, and assisting at beer festivals or travel events, with regular reporting to

Qualifications

• Standing for long periods and ability to work in cramped spaces.
• Solid understanding of the brewing process from raw materials to final product.
• Strong independent work ethic with drive and reliability.
• Good verbal and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 45–175 lbs repeatedly.
• Comfort with flexible schedule including weekends and nights.
• Experience with brewery operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serving and CIP/manual sanitation; chemical handling and safety.
• Familiarity with PPE and cleaning brewery hoses.
• Transfer of finished beer between vessels and keg handling.
• Operate keg washer and maintain draft system cleanliness.
• Participate in beer festivals, events, and travel as needed.
• Organize and clean cellar; proper data recording.
• Maintain wort production, yeast pitching, and CIP in brewhouse.
• Assist with materials receiving, storage, and inventory.
• Use brewery software and report to Head Brewer.

Skills

Independent work ethic

Communication

Troubleshooting

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Google Drive

Job description

The Tap Brewery in Bloomington, Indiana is seeking a Cellarman to support daily brewery operations, cleaning, sanitation, and yeast management. You will handle CIP and manual cleaning, operate keg washers, and assist with wort production and data recording.

This role requires physical stamina, a safety mindset, and flexibility to work weekends or nights. Responsibilities include keg handling, draft system maintenance, and assisting at beer festivals or travel events, with regular reporting to