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Red Bear is focused on more than just making great beer and sharing this with our patrons, but also reaching out to the community and creating memories. This same focus lends itself to everyone working at the brewery, as each individual is a key part in bringing these goals to reality.

We also embrace having the opportunity to grow and try new things. Being a startup, opportunities will be available to do something you haven’t done before, teach the unique knowledge you have, and provide feedback to help innovate and shine. We feel it’s critical to our success, as well as yours, to encourage this kind of thinking in each person on our team.

If you think Red Bear would be a good match for you, then please select the position of interest below to be directed to where you can fill out an application and send us your resume. Please, do not call the taproom regarding your application. We will follow up with qualified applicants via email.

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Current Job Openings

ENTRY LEVEL BREWER

Red Bear is seeking hard-working, self-motivated brewers to join our team for full time entry level position. This position’s core duties are cellar work including tap line cleaning, keg cleaning, tank cleaning, beer packaging and assisting the Head Brewer.

A passion for craft beer and desire to continue growing within the industry is also important. The candidate should also be a sociable person who is comfortable occasionally representing the brewery in public.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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Entry Level brewer

Barback

We’re accepting applications for hard working barbacks to join the Red Bear team! This role may be full time or part time with the opportunity to cross train and advance.

Good barbacks need to be a team player and have good time management skills, prioritizing various tasks assigned, including keg swaps, bussing, glassware washing, etc. A passion for craft beer and desire to continue growing within the industry is also important. Industry experience and commitment to providing a memorable experience is also highly desired.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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barback

Host / Hostess

We’re accepting applications for hosts to join the Red Bear team! They need to be energetic, charismatic, and able to multi-task. They will be guiding patrons to different areas depending on their needs and assisting a variety of staff as well as handing off food to guests. A passion for craft beer, board games, and desire to continue growing within the industry is also important. Assist patrons with checking out board games, purchasing merch and beer from the to-go area.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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BARTENDER

accepting applications but not currently hiring for this role

We’re accepting applications for experienced and motivated bartenders to join the Red Bear team! You will be able to help be part of building the brewery and taproom up from the very beginning! Good bartenders are critical as you will be the face of the brewery and the primary person our patrons will know personally. A passion for craft beer and desire to continue growing within the industry is also important. You must be a hard working team player as well as a self-motivated individual. Bar experience and knowledge with beer and cocktails is also required.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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LINE COOK

accepting applications but not currently hiring for this role

Red Bear is seeking hard-working, self-motivated cooks to join our kitchen team for a part or full time position. This position’s roles revolve around food preparation, cooking food following a recipe, plate assembly and kitchen upkeep.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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DISHWASHER

accepting applications but not currently hiring for this role

Red Bear is seeking hard-working, self-motivated dishwashers to join our kitchen team for a part or full time position. This position’s duties include washing plateware, flatware, and cups; cleaning kitchen tools and equipment; maintaining kitchen cleanliness and functionality, and restocking, cleaning, setup and/or breakdown of the kitchen space as needed.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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COMPANY BACKGROUND

Red Bear Brewing Co. is a Brewpub located in Washington DC, in the heart of NoMa. We’re a craft brewery with a focus on making great beer, but also engaging our community and creating a memorable experience every time they walk in. We have a large selection of beers made in house in addition to local wines, ciders and cocktails to provide something for everyone. Engaging events and a variety of board games available help create that cozy atmosphere where folks can commune with friends and make new ones. We also embrace responsible business practices with a commitment to sustainability, diversity, our environment, and growing relationships with local businesses and organizations. Of specific note, we are visibly and vocally in support of Black Lives Matter, issues surrounding Gay and Trans rights as well as similar areas needing improvement in our society. We are making a significant, sustained effort to address unconscious bias in our hiring and business practices.

SOUND LIKE A GOOD FIT?

If so, please fill out the application below and include your resume. We will contact you for more information if interested.

We only take applications online, no walk-ins or phone calls please!

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