Head Brewer

Farmboy Brewing Co – Head Brewer (Houston, TX)

About Us
Farmboy Brewing Co is a new brewery concept from the team behind Farmboy Brew Shop, Houston’s trusted homebrew supply and beer education hub. Our 10 bbl brewery will feature a full bar and cocktail program alongside a diverse tap list that blends craft innovation with approachability. We’re passionate about quality, creativity, and community — and we’re looking for a Head Brewer to lead production and help shape the identity of our beer program from the ground up.

Position: Head Brewer
Location: Houston, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Ownership

Key Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of brewery operations — from recipe design and brewing to cellaring, packaging, and quality control.
- Develop and maintain a diverse, consistent beer portfolio that reflects the Farmboy brand: balanced, creative, and community-oriented.
- Manage brewery staff, scheduling, and production workflows.
- Ensure compliance with TABC, federal, and local regulations.
- Oversee raw material procurement, inventory management, and supplier relationships.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and equipment maintenance.
- Collaborate with ownership and marketing on product launches, events, and taproom initiatives.
- Represent the brewery at festivals, collaborations, and community events.

Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional brewing experience (Head Brewer or Lead Brewer preferred).
- Strong understanding of brewing science, quality assurance, and sensory evaluation.
- Proven ability to develop recipes and scale production.
- Familiarity with a wide range of beer styles and emerging trends.
- Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot brewing equipment.
- Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience
- Start-up brewery experience or prior role in launching a new facility.
- Familiarity with cocktail or bar program collaboration.

- Experience with TTB and TABC reporting.

- Basic lab/QC experience.

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary Range: $50,000–$60,000 (commensurate with experience)

- Performance-based bonuses

- Paid time off and employee discounts

- Creative input and leadership in brand development

- Opportunity to grow with a new and expanding brewery

How to Apply

Please send your resume, cover letter, and (optionally) a portfolio of previous beers or recipe highlights to:

Email: landon.w.tx@gmail.com

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