Head Brewer
Lead brewing operations and develop/modify brewing recipes.Able to make, fix, and understand all activities related to brewing and brewery operations, including the equipment and ingredients used.
Annual openings
4,071
BLS median wage
$50,550
Typical education
Flexible / varies by employer
10-year growth
+7%
Career requirements
What does this career require?
The education, credentials, and on-the-job competencies Colorado employers expect for this role.
Typical education
Flexible / varies by employer
Credential requirement
No specific credential listed yet
Work experience
A considerable amount of brewing skill, knowledge, and experience is needed for these occupations.
Is this work a fit?
What the work actually feels like
How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.
Automation exposure
High exposure
Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.
A typical day
- Perform various financial activities, such as cash handling, deposit preparation, and payroll.
- Control inventories of food, equipment, smallware, and liquor, and report shortages to designated personnel.
- Resolve customer complaints regarding food service.
- Train workers in food preparation, and in service, sanitation, and safety procedures.
- Analyze operational problems, such as theft and wastage, and establish procedures to alleviate these problems.
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure efficient service and conformance to standards.