Head Brewer & Brewmaster: Lead Innovative Craft Beers

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Paid time off

Beer allowance

Access to brewing facilities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Brewmaster/Head Brewer to lead the production team through the full brewing cycle, from recipe development to packaging and quality control.

The right candidate will bring deep brewing knowledge, a track record of creating innovative beers, strong leadership, and a commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in a collaborative craft brewery environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of professional brewing experience with 2-3 years in a Head Brewer or Brewmaster role.
• Deep understanding of brewing science, fermentation, and sensory analysis.
• Proven experience in recipe development and a strong portfolio of successful beer creations.
• Knowledge of brewing equipment and process control systems.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control.
• Strong commitment to quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• A degree or formal qualification in Brewing, Fermentation Science, Food Science, or a related discipline is highly desirable.
• Passion for craft beer and the ability to innovate within diverse styles.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional nights and weekends, as required by the brewing cycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop, scale-up, and implement innovative beer recipes across a range of styles.
• Oversee all aspects of the brewing process, from mashing and boiling to fermentation and conditioning.
• Manage raw material procurement, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures throughout the brewing cycle.
• Supervise and mentor the brewing team, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
• Manage yeast propagation and health programs.
• Ensure efficient cellar operations and timely packaging of finished products.
• Maintain and operate brewing equipment, troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene standards within the brewery.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams on new product launches and promotions.

Skills

Brewing science

Recipe development

Quality assurance

Leadership & team management

Communication skills

Inventory management

Cost control

Regulatory compliance

Fermentation science

Education

Brewing/Fermentation Science degree

Tools

Brewing equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Brewmaster/Head Brewer to lead the production team through the full brewing cycle, from recipe development to packaging and quality control.

The right candidate will bring deep brewing knowledge, a track record of creating innovative beers, strong leadership, and a commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in a collaborative craft brewery environment.