Assistant Brewer - Fast-Growing Craft Brewery Career

Bay City Brewing Co; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay City Brewing Co. in San Diego, CA is seeking an Assistant Brewer to join our growing team. You will perform cellar operations, assist with packaging, and help maintain records while supporting daily production needs.

The role requires at least 1 year of brewery experience or brewing education, plus a basic understanding of brewing materials and processes. Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort in a fast-paced environment are essential for success.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior brewery experience or brewing‑specific education is preferred.
• Formal brewing education or a degree in a relevant technical/scientific field is a plus.
• Basic understanding of raw materials, brewing fundamentals, and production processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Performing cellar operations such as tank cleaning (CIP) and dry hopping.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records, manual and digital.
• Following the production schedule and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Milling grain and prepping tanks for brewing.
• Transferring, carbonating, and packaging finished beer according to SOPs.
• Assisting with packaging operations, including canning and keg filling/cleaning.
• Organizing cold storage and receiving raw materials.
• Troubleshooting brewery equipment and tools as needed.
• Keeping production areas clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Passion for brewing

Adaptability

Mechanical aptitude

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Education

Formal brewing education

Degree in technical/scientific field

Tools

EKOS

Job description

Bay City Brewing Co. in San Diego, CA is seeking an Assistant Brewer to join our growing team. You will perform cellar operations, assist with packaging, and help maintain records while supporting daily production needs.

The role requires at least 1 year of brewery experience or brewing education, plus a basic understanding of brewing materials and processes. Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort in a fast-paced environment are essential for success.