We are looking for a new Brewer to join the Verdant Team! On a daily shift pattern basis, this person will be responsible for all aspects of brewing and cellaring, from wort production through to fermentation management, cold side processes and transfers to brite tanks. Secondary responsibilities will also include supporting the pack team when required. This role requires someone who is practically minded, has great technical knowledge, prides themself on attention to detail and displays excellent interpersonal skills.
Verdant has been making a name for itself by producing hoppy, hazy beers in Cornwall since 2014. Our ethos revolves around brewing the flavour-packed beers we love to drink, and ensuring that beer lovers have access to delicious, quality-driven releases week after week. We are also proud to welcome and embrace all the diversity that this industry has to offer, and we’d love to have a like-minded person joining us in the Brewer role.
The ideal candidate will be adaptable, enthusiastic, hard‑working and passionate about their work. Our people are empowered to meet challenges head‑on. We want someone who brings positive energy to the team, thinks on their feet and strives for the best results. Everyone’s opinions are valued, we celebrate diversity and treat each other honestly and respectfully. We welcome ideas and innovation as we look forward to the future of the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Wort production on a 4 vessel German style brewhouse
- Brewhouse CIP via an integrated brewhouse system
- Malt handling and milling via a combination of silos and sacked grain - ability to lift 25kg essential
- Tank, pipework and centrifuge cleaning via dedicated CIP set
- Alfa Laval Brew 250 centrifuge operation
- Yeast management (harvest, viability, pitching etc)
- Fermentation management across styles
- Dry hopping
- Gravity & pH checks
- Use of BREWW software for inventory and data input
- Sensory analysis
- Accurate spreadsheet data entry and record keeping
- General maintenance and equipment upkeep
- High level of housekeeping and cleanliness
- Willingness to lend a hand in other departments when necessary
- Occasional attendance at beer festivals/collaborations/events on behalf of Verdant
- Previous commercial brewing experience
- Experience working as part of a production team
- Excellent communication skills across teams and with management
- Mechanically minded with a practical approach to problem solving
- Remains calm under pressure
- Enjoys shift work
- Strong work ethic and a definite team player
- Willingness to ‘muck in’ with tasks outside key responsibilities
- Valid forklift license would be an advantage, but not essential
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Staff discount across all Verdant venues and webshop.
- Company Sick Pay (following successful completion of probation).
- Company Healthcare Scheme (following successful completion of probation).
- The opportunity to help shape and grow one of the UK's most respected independent breweries.
- A supportive, collaborative working environment where quality and innovation come first.
- Possibility to attend Beer Festivals all over the world promoting Verdant along with the sales team.
Hours – Full Time (40hrs per week – Monday‑Friday)
Salary – £30,400+
