ØX Tap Room is looking for a brewmaster

About the Employer: Frati AS, a part of the Frati Group, includes the Frati restaurant and the ØX Tap Room pub/bar. The brewery and distillery are a visible and integral part of the concept and operation for ØX, which since its inception in 2016 has evolved into one of Norway's leading brewpubs.

Production takes place openly at the premises on our 6HL brewhouse and produces approximately 1000HL per year, mainly beer. In addition, some wash, RTD with spirits from our own production, and cider are produced. The majority of the volume, primarily core products, are served in-house in the restaurants from 5/10HL horizontal serving tanks, with the remainder in 20L kegs. The distillery operates a 300L pot still and currently offers a wide portfolio of different products with a barrel program under development.

About the position: We are seeking a brewmaster for a full-time position. The position entails a lot of freedom and responsibility, with key attributes for success in the role being motivation, curiosity, independence, and technical proficiency. The brewmaster position reports to and collaborates closely with the production manager for the brewery and distillery. The brewery department currently consists of 3 individuals. Important values

among our leaders are leading by example, being understanding and attentive, as well as being respectful and fair.

Responsibilities:

• Production responsibility (Delivering sufficient volume of core products to bar/restaurant/group)

• Driving innovation and further development of the brewery

• HSE-work

• Training and supervision of employees in the brewery

• Representing the brewery at festivals, industry gatherings, etc.

• Contributing to spirits production (wash production, distillation, post-production, and bottling/tapping)

Production responsibilities:

• Main responsibility for the daily operation of production in the brewery department (brewhouse operation, fermentation handling, logistics, raw materials, and packaging)

• Quality work (Operating the laboratory and other quality control)

• Product development

• Process optimization

• Maintenance and updating of equipment, systems, and routines

• Technical resource for bar/restaurant regarding beer/quality

• Compliance with health, safety, and environment regulations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial brewery operations

• Higher education in engineering (process, chemistry, food technology, microbiology) is an advantage

• Experience in spirits production is an advantage

• English and/or Norwegian written and verbal communication skills

Personal qualities:

• Positive attitude

• Self-driven

• Curious

• High level of achievement

• Stable

• Technically proficient

• Thrives on new challenges

• High work ethic

• Good collaboration skills

We offer:

• A safe and secure workplace

• Good salary and working conditions

• Opportunities to leave your mark on production, develop new products, and product categories

• Being part of a larger management group through Fratigruppen

• Support and training through Fratigruppen

• Leadership courses

Commencement

Start date: Fall 2024

We will be contacting potential candidates for interviews on an ongoing basis.