In the summer of 2003, Mark Orwell began his career as a freelance writer focusing on popular culture, music, and film. He continues to write on a broad array of topics from Miami, Florida. His work has been available in the United States, the Caribbean, and South Africa.
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Beer and FoodDo you enjoy a nice frothy beer? Do you love reading about new brewing techniques and the history of your favorite ales and lagers? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then a career in the beer industry might be right for you. What sorts of jobs are available as an entry into this field? It all depends on what you like to do and how you want to contribute. The following are all entry-level jobs in the beer industry. Educational requirements for them vary, but industry experience is not necessarily required.
Beer Sales
Like any other company, a brewery or beer distributor can stay in business only if they are making money. That means they need to sell their products, and they can't do that without hiring an army of skilled sales representatives. Nearly every brewery out there needs sales reps at one point or another. This job provides a way to learn about the beer industry and also to meet important players in it. It's also a way to move from another industry into the beer industry. The job of the sales rep is to simply sell the product to restaurants, marketplaces, and the like. Sales reps typically make an average of $38,000 a year. Most companies require a bachelor's degree.
Packaging Operator
Packaging operator is often one of the most overlooked jobs in the beer industry. While you won't be making the beer (that's the job of an experienced brewmaster), you will be working on the line, albeit at the end. One of the jobs of the packaging operator is to sanitize beer bottles and kegs. The packaging operator then bottles the completed brew or otherwise stores it before it is shipped. This job for someone who looking to make beer and needs to get a foot in the door. The average salary for this position is $33,000, depending on the state, and requires only a high school diploma.
Delivery Driver
If you have your heart set on working in the beer industry, but you don't necessarily have a strong passion for business or brewing, you can always try your hand at being a delivery driver. These are the men and women who make sure that orders get where they need to go on time. This is the perfect entry-level job for anyone who has the right license to drive a large truck. The average salary for this job is over $37,000.
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