Assistant Brewer

Overview

Skagway Brewing Company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Brewer to support all brewery operations. The Assistant Brewer works closely with the Head Brewer and brewing team, supporting day-to-day production while helping ensure the consistent quality, safety, and efficiency of all brewing, cellar, packaging, and draft operations.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, physical environment and takes pride in precision, cleanliness, and teamwork. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, passion for craft beer, and respect for safety and sanitation standards. This is a seasonal, full-time position averaging 45 hours per week during the cruise season
, with schedule flexibility required based on production needs. This position reports directly to the Head Brewer
.

• Support all aspects of brewery production including brewing, cellar work, packaging, draft systems, and deliveries.
• Perform cellar operations including CIP of tanks and equipment, beer transfers from fermenters to brite tanks, and carbonation.
• Assist with brewing on a 10 BBL brewhouse (5 × 10 BBL fermenters and 2 × 15 BBL fermenters for Spruce Tip Blonde).
• Handle grain receiving, milling, yeast harvesting and handling, dry hopping, and spruce tip steeping.
• Clean, sanitize, fill, and maintain kegs using a 2-head hands-on keg washer.
• Operate a single-head counter-pressure bottling system for 22 oz bottles for the pub, gift shop, and off-premise accounts.
• Clean and maintain draft beer lines company-wide, including Skagway Brewing Company, Salty Siren, jockey boxes, and off-site events.
• Support quality assurance procedures, including CO₂ testing; willingness to learn yeast cell counting using a microscope and hemocytometer.
• Work safely at all times, wear appropriate PPE, and follow all brewhouse safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment; report unresolved issues to the Head Brewer.
• Assist with inventory management of raw materials, CIP chemicals, and brewery supplies.
• Support brewery and pub cleaning and maintenance projects as needed.
• Deliver beer to company locations and accounts as required; must be comfortable driving company vehicles.
• Collaborate with the brewing team on recipe development and special brewing projects.
• Assist with brewery events, tours, and public-facing activities if needed (occasionally).
• Work with the Head Brewer to help spearhead — and eventually manage — root beer and hard seltzer production programs.
• Lead with a positive attitude and team-first mindset — after all, we’re making beer, and beer puts smiles on people’s faces.

• Prior brewery experience required; 1–3 years preferred.
• Formal brewing education is a plus but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail related to beer quality, sanitation, and safety.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and take initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; must be a team player.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs (grain bags) and move kegs using hand trucks and pallet jacks; forklift experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work flexible hours and days as required by production needs (most shifts between 7:00 AM–5:00 PM).
• Must be 21 years or older and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable law.

• End of season performance based bonus
• Subsidized seasonal housing available.
• 50% off meals for self and immediate family.
• 50% off food & retail at Salty Siren (sister restaurant).
• Fun, collaborative work environment in a unique Alaskan setting.
• Opportunity to grow skills and advance within a respected craft brewery.