Brewer and Beverage Production Specialist

Employer: Bogside Brewing Company
Job Level: Intermediate
Location: Summerside, PEI
Closing Date: May 31, 2026

Job Description

Join our fun and growing craft brewery, where passion for great beverages meets a hardworking and supportive team culture! We take pride in producing high-quality beers, RTDs, spirits, mocktails and ciders that bring people together. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for an experienced and innovative individual to play a key role in production.  

Job Overview:

The Brewer and Beverage Production Specialist will be responsible for the creation and production of new beverage products, collaborate on beer and brewing – using our automated 10 BBL 3 Vessel brewhouse, ensure quality processes and drive innovation in our production facility. This role requires a balance of hands-on production and brewing experience, technical expertise, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for crafting outstanding beverages. The ideal candidate will have both practical experience in a brewery setting and formal technical credentials in brewing, food science, or a related field.  A full-time permanent position, this job starts asap.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Beverage production and brewing
  • Lead the development of new recipes, RTD beverages, and seasonal releases
  • Oversee quality control protocols from raw materials to finished products
  • Develop and implement sensory evaluation programs to ensure flavor consistency
  • Maintain and enforce strict sanitation and safety procedures
  • Conduct laboratory testing, including pH, gravity, and microbiological analysis
  • Work closely with the brewing and packaging teams to ensure best practices implementation
  • Manage ingredient sourcing and experiment with new raw materials
  • Maintain detailed records of product trials, test batches, and quality data
  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement continuous improvement process
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align product development with brand strategy
  • Research and develop new RTD beverage formulations, including hard seltzers, canned cocktails, and other craft innovations
  • Stay up to date on industry trends, innovations, and brewing techniques

Qualifications: 

  • 2-5 years of brewing experience in a commercial brewery or beverage production facility
  • Formal brewing education (e.g., certificate or degree in Brewing Science, Food Science, or a related field) preferred
  • Strong understanding of brewing chemistry, microbiology, food safety and sensory analysis
  • Hands-on experience with quality control procedures and lab testing
  • Experience developing RTD beverages, hard seltzers, or similar products preferred
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to lift 55+ lbs, maneuver kegs, and work in a physically demanding environment
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Passion for craft beer and a drive for continuous improvement
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Legally authorized to work in Canada

Pay Range:  50,000-70,000

Starting Date: 5/4/2026

Application Deadline:  5/31/2026

How To Apply: jobs@bogsidebrewing.com

Contact Name: Dave McGuire