Lead Brewer & Craft Beer Innovator (Hands-On)

Finney Hospitality Group; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) with company match after onee

Job summary

Finney Hospitality Group in Bloomington, IN is seeking an experienced Head Brewer to lead The Tap Brewery's brewing operation. You’ll develop recipes, brew, maintain quality, and guide a small brewery team while overseeing production, inventory, and logistics.

This role combines hands-on brewing with leadership and organization. You’ll collaborate across Finney locations, drive beer quality, manage schedules, and ensure timely delivery to restaurants and the Indiana craft beer community.

Qualifications

• Professional brewing experience in a commercial brewery environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage inventory, production needs, logistics, and multiple priorities.
• Experience developing or executing brewing recipes.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of brewery operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the brewing operation and oversee a small team.
• Develop and execute brewing recipes; ensure high quality and consistency.
• Brew, monitor quality, and maintain equipment and safety standards.

Skills

Professional brewing experience

Leadership

Inventory management

Production scheduling

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Evenings/weekends availability

Brewing process knowledge

Job description

Finney Hospitality Group in Bloomington, IN is seeking an experienced Head Brewer to lead The Tap Brewery's brewing operation. You’ll develop recipes, brew, maintain quality, and guide a small brewery team while overseeing production, inventory, and logistics.

This role combines hands-on brewing with leadership and organization. You’ll collaborate across Finney locations, drive beer quality, manage schedules, and ensure timely delivery to restaurants and the Indiana craft beer community.