Apprentice Brewer

As an Apprentice Brewer, you’ll be involved in all aspects of the brewing process, learning how to:

Assist in brewing operations from raw materials to finished product Support mash-in, sparging, boiling, cooling and fermentation activities Operate and clean brewing equipment, fermentation vessels and packaging lines Monitor key quality parameters such as temperature, pH, gravity and carbonation Record and analyse data using our management platform (BREWW) Contribute to cellar management, dry hopping, yeast handling and beer conditioning Clean and sanitise equipment to maintain high hygiene standards Package beer into cask, keg and can formats under supervision Follow health and safety procedures and work within food safety guidelines(HACCP, COSHH) Assist with stock management, deliveries and supplier ordering Support sales administration tasks including invoice management and customer communications Attend internal planning and production meetings, and occasionally represent the brewery at events Participate in industry learning opportunities and professional development activities

You’ll also be expected to complete all apprenticeship assignments and training requirements, including attendance at six two-day workshops delivered at the University of Nottingham.

Training:

You will complete the Level 4 Brewer Apprenticeship. 
You will attend some online learning and also be expected to attend six two-day workshops delivered at the University of Nottingham.

Training Outcome:

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a career in brewing. For the right candidate, successful completion could lead to a permanent role at Cotswold Lakes Brew Co. and further progression in the brewing industry.

Employer Description:
Cotswold Lakes Brew Co.’s story is not steeped in history. In fact, it couldn’t be much shorter. Seven work colleagues who loved drinking beer, but knew nothing about how to make it, decided it would be fun to find out. We set out to create the best-tasting beers we could; but we wanted this idea to be about more than beer. We want to make a positive difference, both in our local community and more widely, to help address some of the bigger challenges around us. It’s what we call “Beer. With Purpose.” So as lockdown started in 2020, all we had of our brewery dream was a PowerPoint presentation. But our goal was to be ready to roll when the world got back to normal. Or in other words when people could go out again and enjoy a beer together. And look at us now! Our adventure is just beginning. We’d love you to join us

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:00 (9-hour shift incl. 1 hour unpaid lunch).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Strong interest in brewing