Brewer - Leeds, United Kingdom - Vertical Drinks Ltd Trading As North

Description

North was founded by John Gyngell and Christian Townsley, the brains behind legendary Leeds beer venue North Bar, which opened in 1997.

Known as "the first craft beer bar in Britain".

North Bar influenced a new wave of modern beer bars and breweries across the country, with many citing the bar as one of the driving forces and influences behind the craft beer revolution in the UK.

North Brewing Co.

- Springwell is our Brewery and Tap Room, a mere one-mile stroll down the road from the original North Bar.

Since launching in 2015, our brewery has quickly established itself amongst the leading breweries in the country.

We make beers like they should be:

big juicy flavours with tonnes of hops; fun, playful and interesting flavour combinations and classics that demonstrate an uncompromising approach to quality.

From our best-selling Sputnik Pale Ale to award-winning Transmission IPA to some truly fantastic collabs with breweries from across the World.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our expanding brewery which is full of passion and potential.

You will be working as part of a fantastic team who are dedicated to working together on the production, packaging, and delivery of the fantastic product that we produce.

If you have a sense of adventure, integrity, a hard work ethic and an uncompromising ethos when it comes to quality then this is the job for you.

The Brewer will be responsible for Wort Production on our 50HL brewhouse as well as all aspects of cellaring (tank cleans, dry hopping, transfers etc).

They will report to the Lead Brewer and work aligned to refine our operations and processes to ensure the best possible quality and consistency as well as maximising yields where possible.

The role will include, but is not limited to:

• Wort Production: Prepare and produce wort according to established recipes and brewing procedures, ensuring consistency and quality in every batch.
• Tank Cleaning: Clean and sanitise brewing vessels, fermentation tanks, and other equipment to maintain a clean and safe brewing environment.
• Dry Hopping: Add hops to the brewing process during fermentation, following specified techniques and timing to enhance aroma and flavour profiles.
• Other Cellaring Jobs: Assist with various cellaring tasks, including yeast management, monitoring fermentation, and ensuring proper conditioning of beer.
• Quality Measurements: Conduct regular quality control tests and measurements throughout the brewing process to maintain consistent product quality and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Managing Stock and

Raw Materials:

Monitor and manage inventory levels of brewing ingredients, such as malts, hops, and yeast, using brewery software or inventory management systems.

• Cleaning and

Maintaining Equipment:
Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of brewing equipment to ensure optimal functionality and prevent downtime.

• Attending Team Meetings: Participate in team meetings to discuss production schedules, new recipe development, quality improvement initiatives, and other breweryrelated matters.
• Packaging: Assist with kegging and racking casks, ensuring proper packaging techniques and quality control measures are followed.

Other duties may include:

• Canning: Operate canning equipment and assist with canning operations, including canning line setup, maintenance, and quality checks.
• Recipe Development: Collaborate with the brewing team to develop new and innovative beer recipes, experimenting with ingredients and techniques to create unique flavours.
• Managing Quality Systems: Maintain and improve quality control systems, including SOPs, data collection, and analysis, to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to industry standards.
• Contribute to

Sensory Program:

Participate in sensory evaluation sessions, provide feedback on beer flavour profiles, and assist in developing sensory training programs for the team.

• Warehouse Support: Assist with inventory management, organization, and logistics in the brewery's warehouse, ensuring efficient storage and retrieval of raw materials and finished products.
• Beer Deliveries: Help with beer deliveries to distributors, retail outlets, and events, ensuring accurate documentation, timely deliveries, and excellent customer service.
• Staffing Events and Festivals: Represent the brewery at various events and festivals, providing beer tastings, engaging with customers, and promoting the brewery's brand and products.

The duties listed above require a Brewer with relevant experience and transferable skills.

All the following skills are required for this role and the successful applicant will show evidence, or provide examples, of the following:

• Minimum of two years of brewing experience in a commercial brewing environment.
• Strong knowledge of the technical aspects of brewing theory and practice, including a solid understanding of brewing processes, recipe formulation, and quality control measure