BREWER APPRENTICE (Level 4)

Summary

Bristol Beer Factory brew to unite people and communities over world-class beer. Working alongside skilled brewers, in our new state-of-the-art production facility, you will learn about all aspects of brewing, from the ground up. Why us? Well, we are a supportive, sociable team, you'll get free gym membership and discounts across 4 sites.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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Starting salary of £18,000 per annum

Training course

Brewer (level 4)

Hours

Monday - Friday standard, with flexible shift work 6.00am - 2.00pm and 12.00pm - 8.00pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Sunday 1 June 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

3

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Brewing from start to finish of wort production
Cellar management
Packaging into cask, keg and can
Cleaning & sterilising vessels, packaging equipment and production areas
Weekend checks on a rota
Receiving and handling raw materials

Where you’ll work

50-52 Ashton Vale Road
Bristol
BS3 2HQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

HIT TRAINING LTD

Your training course

Brewer (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents

Control and safe operation of automated and/or manual plant and equipment required for brewing, fermentation, processing and packaging of beer taking appropriate personal and operational responsibility for health and safety to protect self and others at all times.
Maintains accurate records for existing beer recipes and as part of day to day brewhouse and production requirements.
Design and adjustment of beer recipes and specifications where necessary.
Planning to ensure production schedules are met, with adjustments made in a timely way where necessary.
Quality and safety control checks (microbiological, chemical, physical, sensory) and maintains records required for traceability.
Monitoring quality control and consistency of ingredients, raw materials and product within the process and at final package and to demonstrate compliance with specification and regulations.
Implementation and monitoring of cleaning and sanitation processes intended to ensure plant and process hygiene.
Monitoring and maintenance of yeast hygiene, vitality and viability.
Use of computer word processing and data manipulation packages.
Contribution to CI activities to improve and optimise production processes and troubleshoot/problem solve operational issues.
Promotion of the brewery and attributes and characteristics of key brands and styles, when hosting or attending private and/or public events.

Your training plan

17-20 month programme delivered by HIT Training Ltd
Brewer Level 4 Apprenticeship
2 day workshops delivered in Nottingham (x6 time a year)
Online learning sessions & face to face support from a Trainer
Optional training in maths and English if not previously attained at GCSE
Training is delivered by expert Brewers

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Any other Subject (grade 4)
Any other Subject (grade 4)
English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)
Science (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness
Love and respect for cask ale
Willingness to learn

Other requirements

This will be an active role and you will be expected to pitch in with all aspects of the breweries operation. Work hard, play hard vibes.

About this company

Bristol Beer Factory brew to unite people and communities over world-class beer. Inspiring drinkers to demand independent outstanding beer. Brewing with passion, history and progression. Representing the values, creativity and energy of Bristol. Team BBF takes pride in uplifting pubs and helping create a vibrant environment for all.

http://www.bristolbeerfactory.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Cycle to Work scheme • Training opportunities • Medical insurance • Enhanced parental leave • Gym membership • Discounts across our 4 sites

After this apprenticeship

This qualification will open doors into a dynamic, innovative and fun world of craft beer. Expect to move into a Senior Brewer position - which may be with Bristol Beer Factory, if a position is available, but if not, there are 25 other incredible breweries in our city

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BRISTOL BREWING CO LTD

Jane Deane

jane.deane@wtpn.org.uk

07525 753484

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313346.

Apply now

Closes in 29 days (Monday 26 May 2025)

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Company’s application instructions

Send an up-to-date CV and Cover Letter to to b2G@bristolbeerfactory.co.uk. The Cover Letter should say all the things your CV doesn't, in particular, why you are interested in training as a brewer. We are operating a rolling application process which means applications are reviewed as they come in, and eligible candidates will be interviewed on an on-going basis. Once all 3 positions are filled, we will close the application window, so applying earlier is recommended.

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