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Cidery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Chef de Partie

Charlottesville, VA

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

... for the Cidery. Essential Duties: Assist with product and menu production, sourcing, and utilizing ingredient usage to maintain food costs at an acceptable margin Responsible for preparing ...

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Cidermaker

Mount Juliet, TN · On-site

$17 - $19.75/hr

Hands-on experience working in a commercial cidery or brewery, with direct knowledge of fermentation science, cellar operations, and packaging systems. Hospitality Background: Experience in the food ...

Cidermaker

Mount Juliet, TN

$17 - $19.75/hr

Hands-on experience working in a commercial cidery or brewery, with direct knowledge of fermentation science, cellar operations, and packaging systems. Hospitality Background: Experience in the food ...

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Cidery information

What is a cidery?

A cidery is a facility or business where cider is produced. Cider is an alcoholic beverage made primarily from the fermentation of apple juice, although other fruits can sometimes be used. Cideries are similar to breweries or wineries, but they specialize in crafting different styles of cider, ranging from sweet to dry and still to sparkling. Many cideries also offer tours, tastings, and direct sales to customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cidery professional?

To thrive as a cidery professional, you need expertise in fermentation, beverage production, and quality control, often supported by a background in food science or brewing. Familiarity with fermentation tanks, bottling equipment, sanitation protocols, and relevant certifications like HACCP or Cicerone is typical. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills. These abilities ensure consistently high-quality cider production, adherence to safety standards, and smooth collaboration throughout the production process.

What are some common challenges faced when working in a cidery, and how can new employees overcome them?

Working in a cidery often involves a mix of physical labor, attention to detail, and knowledge of fermentation processes. Common challenges include managing the cleanliness of equipment, ensuring consistency in batches, and adapting to seasonal fluctuations in production. New employees can overcome these challenges by actively seeking guidance from experienced team members, staying organized with production schedules, and committing to ongoing learning about cider-making techniques. Collaboration and communication within the team are key to maintaining quality and safety standards.

What is the difference between Cidery vs Cider Maker?

AspectCideryCider Maker
CredentialsBusiness licenses, cider production knowledgeBrewing certifications, fermentation skills
Work EnvironmentOperating cider production facilities, tasting roomsFermentation tanks, production lines, tasting areas
Industry UsageBusiness or facility that produces and sells ciderIndividual involved in the cider brewing process

The main difference is that a Cidery refers to the business or facility where cider is produced and sold, while a Cider Maker is an individual responsible for the actual brewing and fermentation process within that facility.

What are the most commonly searched types of Cidery jobs?

The most popular types of Cidery jobs are:

What job categories do people searching Cidery jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Cidery jobs are:

Infographic showing various Cidery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Cellar Person (AOC - FT Temp)

Boston Beer Corporation

Walden, NY • On-site

$18.27 - $29.81/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

We are currently hiring a full time, seasonal Cellar Person at the Angry Orchard Cidery in Walden, New York.

As a Cellar Person, you'll support daily cider production operations while maintaining high safety, sanitation, and quality standards. You'll work across cellar, packaging, and cidery functions, assisting with apple processing, equipment cleaning, inventory movement, and production support. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is interested in learning the craft of cider making.

What You'll Brew:

  • Support apple pressing operations, including equipment setup, cleaning, and teardown.
  • Operate forklifts safely to move apple bins, totes, inventory, and materials throughout the site and load or unload trucks.
  • Assist with packaging operations, including kegging, canning, and bottling products.
  • Maintain sanitation standards in assigned production areas in support of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
  • Troubleshoot basic utility and process equipment issues.
  • Restock materials and manage inventory movement as needed.
  • Support a positive cider-making culture and collaborate with production team members.
  • Learn cider-making fundamentals including apple processing, yeast management, fermentation, aging, cold processing, packaging, and utilities.
  • Work indoors and outdoors year-round in a cider production environment that may overlap with public tour operations.
  • Lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs and elevated platforms, and crouch or crawl as needed to perform essential job functions.

What Ingredients You'll Bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma.
  • Forklift experience.
  • Experience in cider production, winemaking, or brewing with an interest in cider production.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including repetitive lifting.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, up to 11 hours per day.
  • Ability to climb stairs and work at heights or on elevated platforms.
  • Ability to step over, crouch under, or crawl beneath equipment and obstacles as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Technical degree or certificate.
  • Formal education in Viticulture, Enology, Brewing, Fermentation Science, or a related field.
  • Forklift license.
  • 1-2 years of commercial experience in cider production, winemaking, or brewing.

Level: 8

In accordance with pay transparency laws the pay rate for this role if hired is $18.27 - $29.81 per hour. However, it's important to note that where the person hired starts in this range is dependent on their related experience, skillset and location.

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important "ingredient." We hire the best talent; and we reward, develop, and retain them too.

In addition to a generous 401k and more, Part Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

  • Health and wellness program
  • Free Financial Coaching
  • BBC Coworker Relief Fund
  • Commuter Benefits

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Ordinance and the CA Fair Chance Act.

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.

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