We're hiring: Lead Brewer
Lead Brewer – Cromarty Brewing Co.
Location: Cromarty, Scottish Highlands
Position: Full-time
Experience Level: Experienced, formally trained brewer
Start Date: Flexible
Cromarty Brewing Co. is an award‑winning independent brewery known for bold flavours, technical precision, and a relentless commitment to quality. We’re looking for a Lead Brewer who brings formal brewing training, a strong work ethic, and the willingness to get properly stuck in across all areas of production. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a life in the Highlands and become part of a close‑knit community.
About the Role
The Lead Brewer will take a hands-on role in every stage of the brewing process. You’ll work closely with the Head Brewer to maintain consistency, uphold quality standards, and keep the brewhouse running efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily brewing operations: wort production, cellar work, dry hopping, transfers, and CIP
- Oversee fermentation management, yeast handling, and quality control
- Support packaging operations when required
- Maintain and improve SALSA and HACCP systems across the brewery
- Ensure all production activities meet food safety and compliance standards
- Collaborate on recipe development and seasonal releases
- Maintain accurate brewing records and documentation
- Train and support junior team members
- Contribute to general brewery duties with a positive, can‑do attitude
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Formal brewing qualification (e.g., IBD Diploma, Heriot-Watt Brewing & Distilling degree, or equivalent)
- 2–3 years of professional brewing experience
- Strong understanding of brewing science, fermentation, and QA/QC
- Demonstrable experience working within SALSA and HACCP frameworks
- Hard‑working, reliable, and willing to get stuck in wherever needed
- Physically capable of the demands of brewery work (lifting, climbing, manual handling)
Desirable Skills
- Recipe development experience
- Packaging line familiarity (canning, bottling, cask racking or kegging)
- Sensory analysis training
- Passion for craft beer and innovation
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to influence beer development and brewery direction
- Support for continued professional development
- A small, friendly, and passionate team in a stunning Highland setting
- A role perfect for someone looking to enjoy the lifestyle, landscape, and community of the Highlands
- Staff beer allowance and industry perks
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for Cromarty Brewing Co. to jobs@cromartybrewing.co.uk. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
