Are you looking for work in the brewing industry? Below are the current job opportunities at LABG member breweries. Please contact the individual brewery to apply.
Assistant Brewer
Highland Park Brewery
Los Angeles, CA
Highland Park Brewery in Los Angeles, CA is hiring a full time assistant brewer! We are an adventurous brewery that values the diversity of our Los Angeles community and we want our team to be representative of that.
We specialize in hoppy beers, traditional lagers, and thoughtfully crafted stouts. We also experiment with unique processes and local ingredients among other things. We currently have 2 fully operational breweries: a 7 barrel brewhouse in Highland Park and a 3 vessel 15 barrel brewhouse in Chinatown. Quality is always in the forefront for our brewery. We are a small, tight-knit crew, so you will be involved in every aspect of the brewery from developing and making beers all the way to packaging.
A few qualities we value:
Attention to detail with a focus on quality
Critical thinking and problem solving
Hard work and diligence in completing tasks
Self motivated
Good attitude and team player
A few requirements:
At least 21 years of age
Ability to lift 55 lb bags and move 160 lb kegs
Ability to safely work with chemicals, vessels under pressure and high temperature liquids
Not required but a BIG PLUS:
Science or homebrewing background
Brewing experience in a production brewery
We foster a community centered around improvement and respect. We strive to always be improving ourselves, our impact on our community and environment, and of course, our beer. We value the diverse backgrounds of our team and diligently work towards creating a safe and diverse fun space to work.
Compensation for this position is between $20-$21 to start based on experience. Other benefits include: Paid time off and holidays, health insurance options and opportunities for continued education.
If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to jobs@hpb.la
Packaging Technician
El Segundo Brewing Co.
El Segundo, CA
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a passion for brewing and a focus on quality. Brewery experience, Bachelors or Associates degree in the sciences preferred but not required. Work will include packaging operations and cellar work with training provided as needed. Individual must be able to withstand long hours on their feet, be able to lift 55 lbs safely, have basic knowledge of brewing and a desire to learn. Compensation determined based on experience and education. This is a full-time position. Send an email to logan.smith@elsegundobrewing.com to apply!
Beertender
Hop Secret Brewing Co.
Monrovia, CA
Exciting News! Hop Secret is Hiring a Beertender!
Hey beer lovers! Are you passionate about craft brews and creating unforgettable experiences? Hop Secret is thrilled to announce that we're searching for a talented and enthusiastic Beertender to join our team!
As a Beertender at Hop Secret, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of craft beer, engage with fellow beer enthusiasts, and be part of a fantastic community.
Requirements:
Previous front of house experience
A genuine love for craft beer and a desire to expand your knowledge
Exceptional customer service skills to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere
Strong communication skills to guide customers in choosing the perfect brew
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Must be of legal drinking age (21+)
If interested please email a resume to info@hopsecretbrewing.com
Cellar/Warehouse Position
Trademark Brewing
Long Beach, CA
Trademark Brewing® is seeking a new production associate for our production brewery and taproom, located in Long Beach, California. New, established and ambitious brewers with relevant experience should apply. No professional experience is required, but preference may be given to those with formal training.
Our award-winning production brewery + taproom is located at the top of Downtown Long Beach, and our beers are distributed throughout Southern California in kegs and cans at hundreds of accounts, including Whole Foods, Lazy Acres and Bristol Farm and marquee hotels and tastemaker accounts. We focus on clean fermentation, creative recipe design and sustainable brewing practices. Our high end equipment includes a mash filter equipped brewhouse, 100% RO brewing and a monoblock canning line. We prefer to work smarter, not harder, while creating amazing beer with a focus on quality, consistency, and innovation.
Minimum Qualifications
21 years of age with High School diploma or equivalent
Ambition, drive and (something beer)
Loads of common sense and self-motivation
Excellent detail-oriented communication skills
Knowledge and passion for industry standards and trends
Primary Responsibilities
Cellar Sampling, Trub/Hop Dumping, VDK testing and fermentation control
Dry-hopping and misc tank additions
Brew Preparation, including malt and hop handling
Fermenter CIP + SIP
Keg Washing and Filling
Carbonating and finished beer preparation
Misc brewing and packaging, incl. brewhouse cleaning and packout tasks
General cleaning/warehouse organization and forklift operation
Inventory organization and order-building
Sanitation, sanitation, sanitation
Additional Responsibilities and Opportunities
Representing TMb at festival and events, and promoting our brand
Collaborative recipe development
Brewing and beer production
Sensory Evaluation (incl. training, communicating beer info to taproom staff)
Performance Standards:
Positive and professional image, maintains energetic attitude with self, guests and team
Physical Requirements
Lift, move, pull, or carry 55lbs and move (160lb+) heavy objects, using appropriate techniques and tools
Stand for 8-12 hours/day
Ability to twist turn, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, climb as required
Work in hot or cold, inside or outside environment for extended periods
This is a growing brewery with a collaborative team. We work hard, make beer we’re proud of, and further the Long Beach and greater LA beer scene. That means you'll need to be a highly motivated individual, a team player, with a willingness to work outside your primary job description, communicate clearly, work efficiently without supervision, and have an endless passion for craft beer.
To apply, email a cover letter and resume to careers@trademarkbrewing.com with "brewmo" included in the subject line. Your cover letter should describe why you’re ready for this opportunity, and what you plan to bring to Trademark Brewing. Please include all relevant work history in your resume, including details about any formal training, and be sure to include professional and personal references.
Brewer
Brouwerij West
San Pedro, CA
We are looking for qualified candidates to expand our production, especially those with production brewery or hard seltzer experience and a serious interest in quality. We are also seeking a person who shares our love of traditional Belgian brewing as well as clean lagers, hazy IPA, unique ingredients, dry-hopping techniques, hard seltzer, and an experimental take on brewing and branding. Our brewers execute all aspects of beer production from initial milling to finished product packaging, including quality control. The role requires autonomy, and the ability to oversee our production line and brewhouse staff when our brewmaster and/or director of cellar and packaging are not present during a shift.
Key Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operate all aspects of brewhouse, fermentation and bright tanks, and related equipment.
Prepare and execute milling, mashing, grain-out, and hopping activities; transfer wort and brite beer; manage required yeast and trub removals.
Perform clean- in-place (CIP) of brewery equipment, cleaning of mash filter, and cleaning of brewery and cellar areas.
Operate packaging and labeling lines.
Perform volume, temperature, gravity, and other production control measurements including necessary calculations, recording information promptly into our production software.
Communicate and respond to out-of-specification measurements at established points in the brewing and packaging process.
Maintain cleanliness and orderly function in all parts of the brewhouse, production process, and packaging line.
Taste beer prior to packaging.
Assist in the training of production floor colleagues including newly hired employees.
Work with and support brewmaster, director of brewing operations, and/or director of cellar & packaging on special projects as needed.
Participate in events, festivals, and other marketing activities, both on- and off-site.
Necessary Job Qualifications & Experience
Comprehensive knowledge of the beer brewing process, including an understanding of underlying scientific principles governing fermentation and the ability to perform blending and brewing calculations.
Prior experience in a production brewery setting.
Attention to detail, especially recording and analyzing quality control data, and experience working independently.
Great verbal and written communication skills and ability to multi-task as part of a small team, taking ownership of all duties necessary for successful production.
Experience with CIP, sanitizing principles, fermentation, bottling and canning lines, kegging equipment, and labeling machinery preferred.
Eagerness to learn and utilize our customized brewing production and accounting software, Orchestrated Beer (based on SAP Business One). Familiarity with Google Suite (Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) programs preferred.
Desire for career advancement and greater seniority in production process over time.
Reasonable flexibility of work schedule including the ability to periodically work weekends, evenings, and holidays to meet scheduled production runs.
Ability to lift and move 55 pounds repeatedly.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as stoop, crawl, climb and work in tight or active/crowded spaces.
Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
Forklift and pallet jack proficiency preferred.
This a full-time, hourly position. We offer pay commensurate with experience for the right candidate, in the range of $22-$30 per hour. Full-time employees receive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and two weeks paid time off. All employees are allocated beer allowances and company discounts.
Brouwerij West/THINGS...For Your Head is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to workforce diversity. We are a fun and fast-moving team that promotes equity and personal growth.
Qualified candidates will be required to interview in person in Los Angeles, CA if selected. Pre-employment background check may be performed.
Please e-mail your resume and cover letter PDF to jobs@brouwerijwest.com. Please limit your contact to email only.
We look forward to hearing from you!