# Cidermaker

> Breeden's Orchard · Mt. Juliet, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-07-29

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

### Overview

We are seeking a hands-on **Part-Time Cidermaker** who combines technical brewing mastery with a passion for hospitality, storytelling, and mentorship.

In this foundational role, you will oversee the complete lifecycle of our cider production - from apple selection and recipe creation to fermentation, bottling, and quality control. Beyond the cider press room, you will act as a brand ambassador by hosting immersive guest cider tastings and training our orchard team on the craft. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated brewer or cidermaker looking to take ownership of a new program and advance their career in Nashville's craft beverage scene.

### Key Responsibilities

### 1\. Cider Production & Cellar Operations

-   **Program Development:** Build and scale Breeden's orchard-to-glass cider program from the ground up, developing signature recipes and releases.
-   **Full-Cycle Fermentation:** Manage all stages of cider production, including pressing support, juice handling, yeast pitching, fermentation monitoring, blending, aging, and carbonation.
-   **Packaging & Quality Control:** Oversee bottling, kegging, and packaging operations; maintain strict quality control standards for flavor consistency, clarity, and stability.
-   **Sanitation & Equipment Maintenance:** Establish and enforce rigorous CIP (Clean-In-Place) procedures, equipment maintenance logs, and cellar safety standards.

### 2\. Guest Experiences & Brand Ambassadorship

-   **Tasting Experiences:** Help design engaging, educational cider tastings and flight pairings for farm visitors, private events, and community gatherings.
-   **Storytelling:** Connect guests with the orchard’s harvest, explaining flavor profiles, production techniques, and the craft behind every batch.

### 3\. Team Training & Mentorship

-   **Staff Education:** Serve as an encouraging, knowledgeable teacher for the Breeden’s Orchard team, training staff on cider styles, pouring techniques, and tasting notes.
-   **Hands-on Mentorship:** Teach interested team members the fundamentals of cellar work, helping build cross-functional support across the orchard.

## Requirements

**Brewing / Cidermaking Experience:** 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, beverage, or hospitality industry, with comfort presenting to groups and engaging directly with guests.

**Teaching & Leadership:** A passion for mentorship and the ability to train team members clearly and enthusiastically regardless of their prior beverage experience.

**Technical Knowledge:** Deep understanding of sanitation protocols, fluid dynamics, gravity readings, yeast health, and draft line maintenance.

**Physical Capability:** Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, drag hoses, stand for long periods, and comfortably work in production environment settings.

**Location:** Must be based locally or within easy commuting distance of Mt. Juliet, TN, for on-site production schedules and tasting events.

### Preferred Qualifications

-   Degree or formal certification in Fermentation Science, Enology, Brewing, or a related field.
-   Familiarity with Tennessee TABC and federal TTB regulations regarding hard cider production and labelling.
-   Prior experience launching a new brand or recipe portfolio in a craft beverage environment.

## Benefits

Hourly compensation based on experience with potential performance bonuses based on production and other key performance indicators.

## Apply

[Apply at Breeden's Orchard](https://apply.workable.com/breedens-orchard/j/AB5BB5D2E2/apply)

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