Brewery Assistant - St George

Ellis Island Casino; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Basic Life Insurance (included with to

Job summary

Ellis Island Casino in St. George, UT seeks a Brewer Assistant to support daily beer production, cleaning, packaging, and maintenance.

This hands-on role offers learning opportunities in the brewing process while upholding high cleanliness, safety, and quality standards. You will work closely with the brewery team to handle milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, fermenting, transferring, and cellaring, plus packaging and inventory tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 21 years old or over.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Prior brewery experience preferred.
• Comfortable working with chemicals and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist brewers in milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, fermenting, transferring, and cellaring.
• Clean and sanitize brewing equipment, tanks, hoses, and kegs.
• Monitor fermentation progress and record production data.
• Assist in packaging: keg washing/filling, canning, labeling.
• Load/unload grain, hops, and chemicals; maintain a clean space.
• Support taproom staff during events as needed.
• Report issues to lead brewer and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Brewing experience

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Able to lift 50 pounds

21+ age requirement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Brewer Assistant supports daily brewing operations by assisting with the production, cleaning, packaging, and maintenance tasks necessary to produce high-quality craft beer. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone eager to learn the brewing process, contribute to a team‑driven environment, and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and quality.

Category: Brewery

Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Basic Life Insurance (included with the dental plan)
• Vision
• Short‑term Disability
• Combo plan covering accidents, hospitalizations, and critical illnesses
• Paid time off
• 401k plan

Location

In‑person in St. George, UT, 84790: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

Responsibilities

• Assist the brewers in all phases of beer production, including milling, mashing, lautering, boiling, fermenting, transferring, and cellaring.
• Clean and sanitize brewing equipment, tanks, hoses, kegs, and general work areas.
• Monitor fermentation progress and record daily production and inventory data.
• Help with packaging processes, including keg washing/filling, canning, and labeling.
• Load and unload materials such as grain, hops, and chemicals.
• Maintain a clean and organized brewing space and ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Assist in quality control procedures and report any issues to the lead brewer.
• Occasionally support taproom staff during events or special releases, as needed.

Skills / Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality products.
• Ability to submit to and pass a background check.
• Must be 21 years old or over.
• Prior experience in a brewery or beverage production environment preferred.
• Comfortable working with chemicals and understanding basic safety procedures.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to kneel, bend, and stoop for extended periods.
• Tolerance to warm, humid environments and exposure to cleaning agents and brewing ingredients.
• Tolerance to warm, humid environments and exposure to cleaning agents and brewing ingredients.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy sacks of grain, move full kegs, and operate brewery equipment.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions required for this position. Duties and/or responsibilities may be subject to revision to meet business needs.

Core Values

• Service – Personalized, warm, and consistent exceptional customer service.
• Value – Committed to deliver quality products for affordable prices.
• Growth – Promote personal development and professional growth for all team members.
• Family – Foster a family‑like environment with guests and team members alike.
• Passion – Work with passion and enthusiasm every day.

Position Requirements

About the Organization Ellis Island Casino, Hotel & Brewery, our 16 Village Pub locations, Mt Charleston Lodge, and our sister companies, Marker Trax and KOIN, are committed to providing the best goods and services to our guests and clients.

Our casino and food and beverage locations are home to some of Las Vegas's most recognized food, beverages, hospitality, and entertainment! Not only do we serve the highest quality food, but we've been voted the #1 Best Microbrewery of Las Vegas and have the #1 Best Karaoke of Las Vegas.

Marker Trax is a patented casino advance line system that provides technology solutions to casinos to make the gaming experience more convenient and accessible to players.

KOIN offers a full‑service financial wallet and integrated payment solution, and aims to provide a convenient, secure and flexible payment solution for both consumers and businesses.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.