Job Overview
We're looking for a motivated and reliable Brewery Assistant to join our Production Team.
This is a hands-on role within a busy production brewery, where you'll become an integral part of the team responsible for packaging thousands of litres of beer every week. You'll work across our kegging, cask racking and canning operations, helping ensure every beer leaves the brewery to the highest standards of quality, consistency and food safety.
You'll also gain valuable experience supporting cellar operations, quality assurance and brewing activities, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career within the brewing industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate kegging, cask racking and canning equipment safely and efficiently.
- Prepare packaging materials and complete production changeovers.
- Carry out routine in-process quality checks and accurately complete production records.
- Clean and sanitise packaging equipment, tanks and associated pipework.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping and hygiene standards throughout the brewery.
- Support beer transfers, fermentation monitoring and cellar activities.
- Assist brewing operations when required.
- Follow HACCP, SALSA and internal quality procedures.
- Identify and report equipment faults or quality concerns.
- Work collaboratively with Brewing, QA and Warehouse teams to deliver the production plan.
About You
- Has a genuine enthusiasm for craft beer.
- Enjoys practical, hands-on work.
- Is reliable, hardworking and takes pride in doing a job well.
- Has excellent attention to detail.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Maintains high standards of cleanliness and organisation.
- Is willing to learn and develop.
- Is physically capable of safely lifting 25kg malt sacks.
- Is flexible to work occasional weekends and evening shifts.
Previous experience in brewing or food and drink manufacturing would be advantageous, but is not essential. We are equally interested in candidates with the right attitude, work ethic and willingness to learn.
What Success Looks Like
- Work safely and always follow brewery procedures.
- Take pride in producing consistently high-quality packaged beer.
- Maintain excellent hygiene and housekeeping standards.
- Support colleagues and contribute positively to the team.
- Demonstrate reliability, accountability and a strong work ethic.
- Look for opportunities to improve the way we work.
What We Offer
- National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage (depending on age).
- Opportunities for progression based on performance, skills and experience.
- Company pension.
- Staff discount across Brew York venues.
- Monthly beer allowance (one case of core beer).
- Uniform and PPE provided.
- Ongoing training and development.
- On-site parking.
Why Brew York?
We're ambitious, collaborative and passionate about brewing great beer.
Whether you're already working in food or drink manufacturing or looking to take your first step into the brewing industry, this is an opportunity to join one of the UK's leading independent breweries, develop new skills and play an important role in producing award-winning beers enjoyed across the country.
Apply
If you're enthusiastic, hardworking and ready to become part of the Brew York team, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- York YO19 5UP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Brewing: 1 year (preferred)
- food/drink manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
