Brewery Cellar Person – Alaska Pacific Beverage Company
Where Great Beer Begins
In Alaska, the best things are built with patience, grit, and respect for the environment. The water is colder, the air is sharper, and the standards are higher. At Alaska Pacific Beverage Company, those same principles guide everything we brew.
Every pint starts long before it reaches a glass. Behind the scenes, in the heart of the brewery cellar, careful hands and disciplined processes transform raw ingredients into something exceptional. Tanks are cleaned to perfection. Yeast is managed with precision. Every transfer, every test, and every detail matters.
That’s where this role comes in.
At Northern Hospitality Group, our vision is simple: Share Alaska with the world. Through Alaska Pacific Beverage Company, we do that by crafting beverages that reflect the character of the place we call home — bold, authentic, and built with care.
Our core values guide everything we do:
Be Legendary. Be Honorable. Be One Team.
Now we’re looking for a Brewery Cellar Person to help us continue that story and keep our brewing operations running at the highest level of quality and consistency.
About the Role
This is a hands-on production role at the heart of the brewing process. As a Cellar Person, you will be responsible for maintaining the quality, sanitation, and operational excellence of our fermentation and conditioning processes.
From tank cleaning to yeast management, carbonation to dry-hopping, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring every batch meets our standards before it moves on to packaging and ultimately into the hands of our guests.
This role requires attention to detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to working safely and efficiently in a fast-paced brewery environment.
What You’ll Do
- Perform Clean-In-Place (CIP) cycles on fermenters, lagering tanks, and bright tanks.
- Operate and clean centrifuge equipment according to established procedures.
- Manage yeast processes including cropping, storing, and pitching.
- Conduct product transfers and dry-hopping operations with accuracy and care.
- Execute in-line carbonation and assist with quality control testing.
- Wash and fill kegs while maintaining strict sanitation standards.
- Perform Brink and line CIP and sanitization procedures.
- Maintain cellar organization, cleanliness, and equipment readiness.
- Support general brewery maintenance and production tasks as needed.
- Maintain accurate production and quality logs.
- Follow all safety procedures when handling chemicals and operating brewery equipment.
- Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, professionalism, and product quality.
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and confidence operating production equipment.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on product quality.
- Team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while following standard operating procedures.
- Passion for craft brewing and continuous learning in the brewing industry.
- Commitment to embody Northern Hospitality Group’s core values.
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding production role that requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, and crouching for extended periods.
- Regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs.
- Occasionally maneuver up to 175 lbs. (such as full kegs).
- Work comfortably in confined spaces and changing environmental conditions including heat, humidity, and cold.
- Safely handle cleaning chemicals using proper protective equipment.
- Maintain stamina for 10-hour production shifts.
Schedule
Full-time position with flexible availability required. Work schedules vary depending on production demands and may include nights, weekends, and occasional overtime during high production periods.
What You Bring
Required:
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Ability to follow procedures and maintain detailed records.
- Comfort working in a physically demanding brewery environment.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform repetitive production tasks safely.
- Commitment to safety, sanitation, and product quality.
Preferred (but not required):
- Experience working in a brewery, cellar, or beverage production facility.
- Familiarity with fermentation, centrifuge operation, or yeast management.
- Background in food or beverage manufacturing environments.
Work Authorization
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits Perks
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible full-time employees after 1 year.
- Paid time off after 1 year of service.
- Employee discounts on meals and in-house products at all NHG locations.
- Opportunities for cross-training, professional growth, and advancement.
- A collaborative, safety-driven, craft-focused team celebrating Alaska’s brewing culture.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northern Hospitality Group is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any protected status under federal, state, or local law. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Other Duties
This description outlines the general nature of the role but is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.
Ready to help craft something legendary from the inside out? Join the Alaska Pacific Beverage Company team and be part of the process that turns Alaska’s ingredients into world-class beer.
