HenHouse was founded in 2011 in Sonoma County. Our purpose is to produce an amazing and rotating line up of awesome beers with an uncompromising and fearless pursuit of our goals; which are creating new and interesting types of delicious beers with freshness and quality in the forefront, creating meaningful and living wage positions, and to make a difference in our community. Our talented team is committed to making, selling, delivering and serving beer with this intention and purpose in mind.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: The primary role of the Brewer is to ensure the highest standards of quality, sanitation, and food safety are met in the handling and use of raw materials, brewhouse operations, cellar operations, and data tracking. The end consumer is never far from the Brewer’s mind. Advocating for the consumer drives and informs their day to day actions and decisions
PRIMARY SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done. Within the HenHouse team, our members always find ways to look after the business, their co-workers, and the beer!
Vorlauf, lautering and sparging operations
Boiling, whirlpooling and Knockout operations
Sanitation and Maintenance of Brewhouse and associated equipment
CIPs on tanks (FVs and BBTs)
Dry hopping and dosing finings
Temperature and pressure management of tanks
Maintenance and use of Chemical titration kits, pH and PAA test strips, CBOX meter, DMA2 meter and pH meter.
Follow Policies outlined in the quality manual, GMP policy, MSS, and Hazard communication plan
Demonstrate specific knowledge and understanding of all brewery processes and operations (reactions taking place, purpose, frequency, desired outcome, critical control points, corrective action etc.) related to:
Contribute to the development of new recipes
Monitor wort streams for gravity, pH and sensory
Monitor process waters for pH and sensory
Monitor brewing ingredient fitness for use and sensory
Adjustment of processes, volumes and ingredients in order to meet production specifications.
Work with quality manager and production staff to continuously improve beer quality and efficiencies of operations.
Perform daily gravities and pH readings
Carbonation and O2 readings on BBTs/FVs
Sensory evaluation of ingredients (Hops, malt, yeast, water)
Sensory evaluation of fermenting and finished product
With Head Brewer, work to continuously improve quality at HenHouse Brewing Company
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Maintain and promote a positive work environment with a focus on customer service-based problem solving
Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with co workers
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Versatility, flexibility, dependability and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Honesty and integrity – display the highest standards of and ethical conduct personally and professionally
Proven effective time management, productivity and prioritization skills
Exceptionally well organized and detail oriented
Committed to excellence, goal oriented and driven/accountable to meet objectives/goals – wants to make a difference and contribute positively to company success
Demonstrates a sense of urgency and is ready to work with a “can do” attitude and willingness to do whatever is necessary to get the job done
Accountability – accepts responsibility for behavior; and starting, controlling and completing tasks
Two years of experience in a beverage manufacturing environment is required
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Bilingual, verbal and written, (Spanish), preferred
Proof of vaccination is required for employment
Position is hourly. HenHouse offers competitive wages, initial wage to be determined based on experience. You'll get to work in a fun, fast and stoked work environment. Benefits include: comprehensive health insurance (medical, vision, dental), life insurance, pet benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401(K), paid time off (PTO), and more!
Regularly: Stand; Walk; Sit; Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Talk or hear; Taste or smell; Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more);
Vision: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors); Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus);
JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY (JEDI): We strive to create workplaces that reflect the community we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that every person brings a unique perspective and experience which enriches and advances our mission to provide Meaningful Employment, Improved Beer Quality for the End Consumer and to Create Wealth for Our Community.
HOW TO APPLY: Are you STOKED on Fresh Beer and Beer Education? Do any of your hobbies involve drinking fresh beer, deep dives into conspiracies and fanfiction or just being a part of a creative and exciting work environment? We invite you to apply to be part of the Chicken Gang! Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@henhousebrewing.com.
Industry Sectors: Beer - Brewing/Brewery Jobs
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