Bad Shepherd make an ever-eclectic range of beer in their popular brewpub in Melbourne's south-east.
They're looking to grow their team so if you're an experienced brewer, they want to hear from you.
Job Description: Senior Brewer
We are Bad Shepherd Brewing Co., a multi award winning independent microbrewery and BBQ smokehouse located in the Bayside suburb of Cheltenham, Victoria. We’re here to make beer that is tasty, interesting and fulfilling. That’s the way beer should be.
To that end, we are seeking a passionate and creative senior brewer to join our team.
About the role:
This role is fast paced and physically demanding but if brewing and craft beer is your passion, you will find this an extremely rewarding opportunity.
You will be expected to be able to function autonomously as a brewer leading brewing, cleaning, packaging and regular brewery maintenance. You will have the opportunity to grow into Operations Management with training in forecasting, brewery scheduling, recipe development, quality control/labwork, beer festivals, etc. This is a full time role (5 days per week). In order to meet our production demands, you will be required to be flexible in your schedule across weekdays with occasional weekend requirements (festivals, etc).
About you:
In order to be successful in this role, we expect that you would possess the following attributes:
- A comprehensive knowledge of and passion for craft beer
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced production environment whilst maintaining safety, accuracy, attention to detail and best practice at all times
- Experience in a medium to large production facility is preferred
- Understand the importance and application of sanitation practices in the brewing and manufacturing process
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude & problem solving skills
- Strong focus on safety and safe work practices
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and within a team
Most importantly, we are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, who is interested in working collaboratively with us, not just for us.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of commercial brewing experience working independently across brewing, cleaning, packaging and maintenance roles.
- Hold a current drivers and forklift licence.
- Whilst formal qualifications are not a strict requirement, a degree/certificate in Brewing, Brewing Science, Chemistry, Micro Biology or Engineering would be a distinct advantage.
What we offer:
- the opportunity to be a part of an exciting new business
- a fun loving, down to earth and supportive management team
- the opportunity to progress your own skills and acumen, working directly with the Head Brewer to grow and innovate our portfolio
Don’t miss this opportunity to become a part of our team and help to develop and grow this exciting business.
Please send your application to brendan@badshepherd.com.au.
Applications close September 9, 2023. To be considered you must have the right to live and work in Australia.
