Head Brewer Wanted At Hargreaves Hill

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Head Brewer Wanted At Hargreaves Hill

Posted January 29, 2014

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Hargreaves_3 An opportunity has arisen to take up the head brewer role at one of the country’s finest microbreweries.

Hargreaves Hill, in the Yarra Valley, has a fine range of core beers, including the Victorian craft beer classic ESB, as well as producing some excellent seasonals, such as the annual Russian Imperial Stout and Phoenix Imperial Red Ale.

The brewery is based in Lilydale, with the beers pouring on tap at Hargreaves Hill’s excellent restaurant in nearby Yarra Glen as well as at beer bars across the country.

If you fancy joining the team, here’s how…

Head Brewer – Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co

Hargreaves Hill Brewing Co is seeking applications for the role of Head Brewer in our Lilydale brewery, Victoria. You will be an integral part of a fast growing company. We are seeking a qualified and experienced brewer to lead our small team in all aspects of brewing operations, from receipt of raw goods to dispatch of finished products.

A passion for craft beer, and a knowledge of ingredients and technique are essential. The successful applicant will also be creative in his/her approach, and design an exciting programme of small batch releases.

A “hands on” brewing role, the Head Brewer will insist upon the highest level of brewing hygiene, sanitation and record keeping, as well as occupational health and safety. The Head Brewer will review Standard Operating Procedures, and implement changes as necessary as part of our continuous improvement program.

We are looking for:

  • 3-4 years commercial brewing experience
  • A technical degree with specialisation in brewing sciences
  • A strong Quality Assurance track record, monitoring all areas of brewing operations
  • A strong ability of sensory evaluation of beer faults, with an ability to review SOPs and implement improvements as necessary.

A salary package will be negotiated with the successful applicant, based on experience, qualification and skill.

Please email applications to simon@hargreaveshill.com.au. Applications close February 7, 2014.