Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Activities
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Peter Catizone

Felton,CA

Summary

Skilled and proficient Brewer bringing 31 years of experience. Familiar with all aspects of the brewing process for a wide range of styles including recipe formulation, plate and frame filtering and cask conditioned ales.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Brewer

Steel Bonnet Brewing
04.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members for smooth operations, resulting in reduced downtime and improved workflow.
  • Contributed to increased production efficiency by optimizing equipment setup and maintenance procedures.
  • Troubleshot issues within brewing equipment promptly to minimize downtime while maintaining high-quality outputs.
  • Checked specific gravity and pH of batches.
  • Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
  • Read temperature, flow, and other meters and documented information.
  • Washed production lines and storage containers to maintain clean and efficient work areas.

Brewmaster

Faultline Brewing Co
07.2003 - 04.2024

Performed all operations involved with beer production:

  • Brewed 30 different beers in facility producing in excess of 700-900 barrels per year.
  • Developed innovative recipes, leading to the introduction of new, successful beer varieties.
  • Maintained detailed records of brewing operations for future reference and regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in craft beer industry to identify potential opportunities for innovation or growth within the business.
  • Optimized fermentation schedules to maximize production capacity without compromising product quality.
  • Conducted regular equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
  • Oversaw brewery expansion projects, enhancing production capabilities while maintaining budgetary constraints.
  • Consistently met production deadlines through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Enhanced beer quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures and sanitation protocols.
  • Streamlined brewing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings.
  • Managed inventory of raw materials, ensuring consistent availability for production needs.
  • Mentored junior brewers, fostering a positive work environment and strengthening the team dynamic.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Developed new beer recipes for seasonal releases, driving increased customer interest and sales.
  • Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
  • Checked specific gravity and pH of batches.


Brewmaster

Boulder Creek Brewery
05.1993 - 07.2003
  • Maintained detailed records of brewing operations for future reference and regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Evaluated emerging trends in craft beer industry to identify potential opportunities for innovation or growth within the business.
  • Optimized fermentation schedules to maximize production capacity without compromising product quality.
  • Conducted regular equipment maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure optimal performance.
  • Oversaw brewery expansion projects, enhancing production capabilities while maintaining budgetary constraints.
  • Consistently met production deadlines through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Streamlined brewing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings.
  • Enhanced beer quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures and sanitation protocols.
  • Managed inventory of raw materials, ensuring consistent availability for production needs.
  • Mentored junior brewers, fostering a positive work environment and strengthening the team dynamic.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Developed new beer recipes for seasonal releases, driving increased customer interest and sales.
  • Adhered to good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
  • Checked specific gravity and pH of batches.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY
05.1981

Skills

  • Able to perform all tasks involved in brewing and managing the production of a 20bbl brewpub
  • Recipe development for a wide variety of beer styles
  • Equipment cleaning, maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Beer transfers including plate and frame filtering
  • Manage all brewery inventory
  • Training/managing assistant staff
  • Development of Standard Operating Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Member of the MBAA since 1994
  • Numerous awards including:

World Beer Cup Gold; CCBA California Gold, Silver and Bronze; Best of Craft Beer Awards Silver and Bronze; California State Fair (25+ years of awards); LA International Craft Beer Competition Best of Show.


Activities

Member of MBAA Northern California Chapter

References

Available on Request

Timeline

Brewer

Steel Bonnet Brewing
04.2024 - Current

Brewmaster

Faultline Brewing Co
07.2003 - 04.2024

Brewmaster

Boulder Creek Brewery
05.1993 - 07.2003

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Peter Catizone