Geoff Belcher
Summerville
Summary
Professional, hard working, and detail oriented brewer with 6 years of experience and education to oversee all areas of beer production. Have been a head brewer at New Realm for 4 Years and in my time here I have won 2 GABF medals and 1 WBC medal.
Brewing professional with proven track record of managing all aspects of brewing operations to deliver exceptional craft beers. Adept at leading collaborative teams and fostering culture of excellence, while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments, with strong skills in recipe development, quality assurance, and production management.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Brewer
New Realm Brewing -Charleston
12.2021 - Current
- Perform daily brewhouse and cellaring operations while following the company’s SOP’s Clean and sanitize fermenting and holding tanks, kegs and brewhouse
- Organizing and collecting records for the brew log and fermentation logs
- Developed innovative recipes, enhancing flavor profiles and expanding product offerings.
- Mentored assistant brewers, fostering a culture of teamwork and professional development within the brewery.
- Oversaw brewing operations, ensuring quality and consistency across all product lines.
- Train new employees in our day to day brewhouse operations
- Create original recipe ideas for new one offs and core products , work closely with team to evaluate ingredients
- Organize grain and packaging material orders
- Created training and real-time SOP’S
- Work closely with team on recipe development and new market trends .
Lead brewer
Commonhouse Aleworks
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Perform daily brewhouse and cellaring operations while following the company’s SOP’s Clean and sanitize fermenting and holding tanks, kegs and brewhouse
- Efficient in wort production, daily management of yeast health, fermentation, and the dry-hopping process
- Organizing and collecting records for the brew log and fermentation
- Train new employees in our day to day brewhouse operations
- Create original recipe ideas for new one offs and core products , work closely with team to evaluate ingredients
- Organize grain and packaging material orders
- Ran a wild goose evo 5 head filler seamer and trained fellow employee to succeed at that position.
- Created training and real-time SOP’S
- Oversaw brewing operations, ensuring quality control and adherence to production standards.
- Collaborated closely with other departments such as packaging, logistics, and customer service to ensure seamless integration across all aspects of the business operation.
Cellarman
Frothy Beard Brewing Company
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Oversaw all daily cellaring operations including yeast management, racking, and packaging of beer
- Maintained CIP daily procedures by keeping a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment
- Assisted my team with VDK testing, IBU testing and plating sterile samples
- Maintained a flexible schedule working mornings, evenings and any events that were requested
Account Manager
BNSF LOGISTICS
2016 - 01.2019
- Worked closely with my clients to assist in booking, directing, and tracking freight shipments throughout the county
- Updated the company’s database to reflect the tracking process of each shipment and any customer requests
- Worked independently using my sales knowledge of the company to gain new customers
- Worked with Microsoft applications building Excel sheets and documents to keep records for each customer and BNSF
- Cultivated relationships with key clients to enhance satisfaction and retention.
- Developed strategic account plans to support client growth and achieve business objectives.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering their professional development in account management practices.
- Utilized CRM software to track account performance and manage client communications effectively.
Bartender
Swig And Swine
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Handled all beer ordering and inventory control
- Performed opening and closing duties which included heavy lifting, stocking, and cleaning throughout the duration of my shift
- Helped customers navigate our beer and drink menu with my knowledge of beer styles and sensory
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment for myself and my fellow coworkers
- Trained new staff on drink recipes, customer service, and bar operations.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated restocking of supplies efficiently.
- Implemented promotional events to increase sales and engage customers creatively.
Education
Concise Course In Brewing Technology Certificate -
Siebel Institute of Technology
01.2020
Bachelor Of Fine Arts Degree - Film
The Art Institute of Charleston
Charleston, SC, USA01.2011
Skills
- Recipe formulation expertise
- Effective team leadership
- Uphold quality standards throughout brewing processes
- Upholds cleanliness standards
- Process improvement analysis
- Proactive self-starter
- Strong focus on accuracy
- Fermentation management
- Process quality management
- Effective in diverse work environments
- Packaging and production of beer process
- Knowledge working with EKOS Obeer and Grist analytics
- Adherence to standard operating procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft software tools
- Brewery operations management
Timeline
Head Brewer
New Realm Brewing -Charleston
12.2021 - Current
Lead brewer
Commonhouse Aleworks
05.2019 - 12.2021
Cellarman
Frothy Beard Brewing Company
05.2018 - 05.2019
Bartender
Swig And Swine
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor Of Fine Arts Degree - Film
The Art Institute of Charleston
Account Manager
BNSF LOGISTICS
2016 - 01.2019
Concise Course In Brewing Technology Certificate -
Siebel Institute of Technology