Brewery Assistant

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. seeks a Brewhouse Operator to produce wort and maintain brewing equipment and the facility. You will handle milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, and transferring to storage vessels, while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Daily tasks include cleaning, equipment repairs with team support, yeast propagation, and maintaining SOPs. You will closely coordinate with Lab Technicians and Granite City staff, manage inventory, and complete paperwork on time.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school degree or equivalent.
• Brewing experience preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass Motor Vehicle Records background check.
• Flexible schedule including nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete brewing process safely and efficiently, including milling, mashing, lautering, wort boiling, cooling, and transferring to storage vessels.
• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from Brewhouse team.
• Complete daily cleaning and maintenance checklists.
• Assist with yeast propagation following company processes.
• Maintain cleanliness of all Brewhouse areas and inventory as needed.
• Work with Lab Technician to ensure product quality, follow SOPs.
• Communicate regularly with Granite City staff and supervisor.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Brewing knowledge

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Brewing experience preferred

Valid driver's license

Job description

Job Summary

This position is primarily responsible for producing wort and maintaining brewing equipment and facility.

Job Summary

This position is primarily responsible for producing wort and maintaining brewing equipment and facility.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Complete brewing process in a safe and efficient manner. This includes, but is not limited to, milling, mashing, and lautering, wort boiling, cooling and transferring to Storage vessels.
• Repair brewery equipment with assistance from other Brewhouse employees.
• Completion of daily cleaning and maintenance checklists
• Aid with yeast propagation following Company's process.
• Maintain cleanliness of all areas in the brew house.
• Work with Lab Technician to ensure our product meets our standards of the highest quality.
• Maintaining the use of standard operating procedures unless otherwise instructed.
• Communicate regularly and efficiently with Granite City staff.
• Maintain inventory as needed. Report any low levels of inventory to your supervisor when necessary.
• Arrive to each shift on time with a positive attitude.
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
• Perform others duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong planning and project management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and to manage multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Passion and commitment for brewing.
• Able to lift heavy objects (empty kegs, 50 pound malt bags, etc.) above five feet in height
• Frequently
• Standing for extended periods
• Able to enter and exit brewery vessels for cleaning and inspection
• Work in environments of 32 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Able to understand MSDS and handle chemicals utilized in the brewery
• Able to multi-task and work both unsupervised and as part of a team

Educational Requirements

• High School Degree or Equivalent
• Brewing experience preferred , but not required
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicles Records background check
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays