Head Brewer Job at Alaska Pacific Beverage Company, Anchorage, AK

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  • Alaska Pacific Beverage Company
  • Anchorage, AK

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Brewing Manager – Lead the Craft in the Heart of Alaska

Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Reports to: General Manager of Operations

About the Opportunity

APBC is hiring for an exceptional leadership opportunity as Brewing Manager, reporting directly to the General Manager of Operations, based at our rapidly growing beverage facility in Anchorage.

If you love leading and mentoring talented teams, have a strong technical command of all-things-brewing, and want to be part of a fast-growing beverage company deeply rooted in Alaskan culture, this role could be your perfect match. Like every member of our crew, you’ll quickly discover that life and work in Anchorage is enriched by being part of the craft—creating our diverse, delicious, and expanding portfolio of beverages.

About Us

At APBC/49th State Brewing Company, we’re both a pioneer and innovator in Alaska’s brewing and beverage industry. As Brewing Manager, you will:

  • Drive a culture of excellence across the brewing team.
  • Be instrumental in identifying, refining, and elevating all aspects of brewing and cellaring operations.
  • Oversee brewing processes, recipe development, and quality control, including non-alcoholic beverage production.
  • Foster a collaborative, safety-first, and efficiency-focused team culture.

Key Responsibilities

Brewing Operations

  • Lead all brewing operations, including collaborative recipe development for beers and other beverages sold both in distribution and our own retail locations.
  • Program recipes into brewhouse automation systems, manage raw material procurement, and apply Food Safety Principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Pilot Beverages & Innovation

  • Partner with our development brewing professional to design custom recipes that hit precise targets.
  • Manage cost estimates, coordinate quality control analysis, and guide products from pilot-scale innovation to large-scale production.

Quality Control

  • Establish and monitor product quality parameters.
  • Ensure every beverage meets or exceeds GMP standards and complies with all food safety and labeling regulations (TTB, FDA).

Production Management

  • Oversee daily brewing and cellaring operations to meet production goals while optimizing efficiency.
  • Track KPIs for yield, production rates, and resource utilization.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align production schedules with demand.
  • Manage monthly inventory reporting, order needed maintenance materials and services.

Staff Leadership & Development

  • Mentor, train, and develop brewing staff, promoting a positive, inclusive workplace.
  • Support succession planning and implement ongoing training programs.
  • Create written training and operational materials as needed.

Equipment & Facility Management

  • Ensure all brewery equipment is maintained and operating at peak performance.
  • Oversee sanitation and cleaning processes.
  • Collaborate with maintenance to identify and plan preventative maintenance.

Sustainability Initiatives

  • Lead efforts to reduce water and energy usage, minimize waste, and leverage automation and software for efficiency.

Compliance & Brand Representation

  • Ensure compliance with TTB, OSHA, and EPA regulations.
  • Represent the brewery at events, building strong industry relationships.

Working Conditions

  • Requires standing for up to 12 hours, bending, stooping, twisting, and regularly lifting/moving up to 50 lbs. (and occasionally up to 170 lbs. with proper equitement).
  • Exposure to high noise levels and temperature changes is expected.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s in Brewing Science, Food Science, or related field—or equivalent certification (e.g., Certified Master Brewer).
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in production brewing with at least 1 year in a leadership role managing 5+ staff.
  • Proven expertise in recipe development, ingredient sourcing, and scaling recipes from pilot to production (30-bbl systems).
  • Strong knowledge of brewing science, including malting, mashing, fermentation, and packaging processes.
  • Hands-on experience with quality control, lab testing, and sensory evaluation.
  • Proficiency with MRP/ERP brewery management software (Vicinity preferred; training provided) and Microsoft Office.
  • Budget management skills with a focus on cost control and process optimization.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations, food safety, and environmental compliance.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age and eligible to work in the U.S.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Potential for annual performance bonus

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable laws.

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