Employment

I didn't want to jinx anything by posting this before the fact, but I received a call from Bell's Brewery today, after having an interview last Tuesday, and I got a job! I'll be working all summer at the Bell's General Store (unfortunately not their brewing facility), which is where I buy all my homebrewing supplies, as well as on and off in the Eccentric Cafe, their Kalamazoo bar. Should be easy work in a great environment, and hopefully a foot in the door for moving upward. Basically, I'm excited just to be surrounded by brewing stuff all day, plus maybe I'll get a discount for my own purposes. We'll see next week when I meet with my manager for scheduling and details and such.

Other equally big news: I received an email from the Head Brewer and Production Leader of Arcadia Brewing Co. in Battle Creek, MI, an easy 30 minute drive from here. I had sent in an application to work in their brewing facility about early March, and it looks like they're interested. I have an interview on Monday morning with the Head Brewer Mike, but I don't have any details yet regarding what they're looking for or even my chances of getting a job. I'll make sure to keep you all updated through the brewlog.

Cross your fingers!
Sam

PS: The Kolsch will be going in bottles tomorrow. Ella will be close behind.