Cellar Person/Assistant

Volition Brewing: Cellar Person 

• Department: Production / Brewhouse 

• Position Title: Cellar & Operations Technician (Cellar / Keg Delivery) 

• Reports To: Brewer / Head Brewer 

• Employment Type: Full-time, hourly 

• Compensation: Competitive wages, based on experience 

Position Summary 

The Cellar & Operations Technician supports daily brewery operations with a primary focus on cellar work, keg management, and wholesale keg delivery. This role is critical to maintaining product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-minded, physically capable, and excited to support both the brewhouse and the taproom. 

This position combines hands-on production support with external-facing responsibilities through wholesale keg delivery and customer interaction. 

Key Responsibilities 

Cellar & Production Support 

• Perform keg washing, sanitizing, filling, and staging for taproom and wholesale accounts 

• Execute tank cleaning and sanitation (CIP) according to brewery SOPs 

• Assist with cellar operations including beer transfers, dry hopping support, carbonation checks, and yeast handling as needed 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of cellar, cold storage, and production areas 

• Monitor and report on keg inventory, cooperage condition, and cellar supplies 

• Follow all quality, safety, and sanitation standards 

Wholesale Keg Delivery & Logistics 

• Deliver kegs to wholesale accounts in a safe, timely, and professional manner 

• Load and unload kegs and equipment (full and empty) 

• Maintain delivery vehicle cleanliness and report maintenance needs 

• Serve as a brand ambassador while interacting with accounts 

• Accurately complete delivery logs and paperwork 

Taproom & Operations Support 

• Assist with taproom keg changes and draft system support as needed 

• Support general brewery operations during busy periods or events 

• Help maintain overall brewery cleanliness and safety standards 

Required Qualifications 

• Prior experience in a brewery, cellar, warehouse, or beverage production environment preferred 

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record 

• Ability to safely lift and move kegs (up to 165 lbs with assistance or equipment) 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Comfortable working in wet, cold, and physically demanding environments 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Previous cellar or packaging experience 

• Familiarity with brewery safety practices, chemicals, and SOPs 

• Forklift or pallet jack experience (or willingness to be trained) 

• Knowledge of draft systems and keg maintenance 

Physical Requirements 

• Standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting for extended periods 

• Repetitive motions and work in confined spaces and lift 50lbs 

• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional early mornings or weekends 

• Work Environment 

• Production brewery environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, CO2, chemicals, and moving equipment 

• Safety training and PPE provided