Brewer - Old Schoolhouse Brewery

About Old Schoolhouse Brewery

Established in 2008, Old Schoolhouse Brewery crafts award-winning beers in Washington's Methow Valley. Operating a production brewery alongside three hospitality venues, they produce an extensive range of craft beers while serving a picturesque mountain community in the Pacific Northwest.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate brewer dedicated to quality, consistency, and ongoing learning. This role offers the chance to join an intimate, cooperative brewing team to help create nationally acclaimed craft beers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct all daily beer production activities including brewing, cellar operations, packaging, sanitation, quality control, and equipment upkeep.
• Work collaboratively with the brewing team and Owner/Brewmaster to gain hands-on experience throughout all stages of commercial brewing.
• Take substantial responsibility for brewed beer quality and participate in pilots and recipe innovation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized brewery environment.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a commercial brewery or equivalent production setting.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial brewing procedures and sanitation protocols.
• Ability to precisely execute recipes and standard operating procedures.
• Mechanical skills and aptitude for problem-solving.
• Strong work ethic, a positive outlook, and physical ability to lift over 55 pounds repeatedly.
• Comfort with working in conditions that are hot, cold, wet, and physically demanding.
• Forklift operation experience or willingness to obtain certification.

Preferred Experience

• Operation of commercial brewhouse equipment.
• Expertise in cellar work including fermentation and yeast management.
• Knowledge of packaging lines and draft systems.
• Basic maintenance, troubleshooting, yeast harvesting, and propagation skills.
• Formal brewing education or comparable professional experience.
• Strong enthusiasm for craft beer and continuous skill development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Company contributions toward health insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Participation in SIMPLE IRA with company matching.
• Monthly beer allowances and employee discounts across all OSB locations.
• Access to professional brewing education and training.
• Prospects for career growth within the expanding brewery.

Why Work Here?

• Be part of an award-winning brewing team.
• Learn directly from a seasoned Owner/Brewmaster.
• Full-time, year-round employment in a close-knit, impactful team.
• Live and work in a premier mountain community with abundant outdoor recreation.
• Engage in a professional environment promoting craftsmanship, humility, curiosity, and community involvement.