Careers

About the Master Brewer role:

The Master Brewer role will serve as the primary source of new recipes. New and existing recipes will serve both our distribution channels and our taproom (which is currently undergoing a large-scale renovation). In addition to recipe development, the role will also be a cross-functional liaison between team members within the new product development process. This will include: conceptualizing beer profiles, designing a recipe to meet the profile, reviewing bill of material estimates with Finance, sourcing materials with Operations, brewing the recipe (or assigning/supervising the brew), tasting recipes, iterating recipes, scaling recipes, and managing other administrative requirements for launching a beer.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop world-class recipes
• Lead the full innovation cycle, from idea to launch, including: recipe ideation, development, scaling, and project management of other administrative requirements
• Develop, maintain, and train staff on LHBCo’s innovation brewing processes/systems
• Serve as the public face of the LHBCo brewing team including attending impactful festivals, events, and conferences throughout the year
• Identify improvement opportunities in recipes, brewing processes, and quality assurance
• Stay at the cutting edge of current and future beer trends and styles
• Lead process of collaboration brews with partner breweries

Master Brewer qualifications:

The ideal candidate for the Master Brewer role is an established brewer and recipe developer with an exceptional, modern palette. They are exceptional at taking a beer profile from concept through to completion and identifying the requirements to achieve the desired results and cost.

At a minimum, the Master Brewer must have the following qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a production brewery or brewpub as a recipe developer and brewer
• Demonstrated ability to produce award winning and/or commercially successful recipes at scale
• Expert knowledge of brewing processes, brewing science, beer quality, and recipe scaling
• Experience mentoring and coaching brewery staff
• Experience with project management methodologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel for events/festivals and collaboration brewin opportunities (~25%)
• Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude

Compensation:

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience level. Our benefits package includes: medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurances as well as paid time off and other exciting perks.

How to apply:

If you are ready to join the Lord Hobo team, email your resume and a cover letter to careers@lordhobo.com.

Lord Hobo Brewing Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

To apply for this position, e-mail your resumé and thoughtful cover letter to careers@lordhobo.com.

Responsibilities would include but are not limited to:

• Raw ingredient handling, all aspects of a brew day, transferring wort/beer, yeast handling, packaging, monitoring fermentations, etc.
• Operate brewhouse with maximum attention to detail and accuracy (milling, mashing, lautering, proper gravities, etc.)
• Yeast management (harvesting, pitching and counts/viabilities)
• Tank management (gravity checks, trub dumps and dry-hopping)
• CIP and Sanitization on all vessels (fermenters, heat exchanger, mash tun, kettle, and bright beer tanks)
• Mash tun cleaning including removal of spent grain
• Troubleshooting, technical maintenance and by-the-letter adherence to SOP’s
• Maintain an inventory of raw materials & brewery supplies
• Ability to understand and pinch hit in cellar and packaging when needed
• Organize production logs, inventory reports, packaging logs, etc.
• Work and communicate well across all levels of a brewery operation (management, cellar, packaging, FOH, customers, suppliers, etc.)
• Assist with the development of our QA/QC program
• Maintain brewery equipment as well as general facility

Production Brewer qualifications:

At a minimum, the Production Brewer must have the following:

• 1-2 years of experience in a production brewery or brewpub
• Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
• Good interpersonal skills and team spirit
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company
• Ability to operate a forklift and pallet jack
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to manipulate valves and clamps
• Ability to read and follow written English instructions
• Ability to regularly lift/carry heavy supplies, like bags of grain and kegs of beer
• Ability to work in a brewery environment which may be loud, slick, humid, and hot and cold
• Ability to comply with safe chemical handling procedures, including personal protection equipment such as gloves and goggles

Compensation:

We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience including healthcare, opportunities for advancement and on the job training, and of course a generous beer benefit so that you can enjoy the luxuries of your hard work.

To apply for this position, e-mail your resumé and thoughtful cover letter to careers@lordhobo.com.

Packaging Associate qualifications:

At a minimum, the Packaging Associate must have the following:

• Strong passion for all things beer
• Capable of standing on their feet for long periods of time
• Capable of lifting 55lbs. above their head and dead-lifting 165lbs.
• Strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
• Good interpersonal skills and team spirit
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• The desire to work in a fast-paced, growing company
• Ability to stoop, crawl, twist, turn, lift, kneel, climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to regularly lift/carry heavy supplies, like bags of grain and kegs of beer
• Ability to work in a brewery environment which may be loud, slick, humid, and hot
• Ability to comply with safe chemical handling procedures, including personal protection equipment such as gloves and goggles

Compensation:

This is an entry level, minimum wage position to start. Opportunities to eventually expand into other brewing roles (cellaring/brewing) exist and the position will be reviewed for compensation and performance after 90 day.

To apply for this position, e-mail your resumé and thoughtful cover letter to careers@lordhobo.com.