Salary guide
Cider Maker
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
FoodBeverage
- The UK is the world’s largest cider producer
Other names this job is known by
- Cidermaker
- Craft Cider Producer
Key responsibilities
- Oversee cider production from apple selection to bottling
- Develop and test recipes
- Monitor fermentation and quality control
- Manage production schedules and staff
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree, diploma, or apprenticeship in brewing, food science, or agriculture
- Experience in cider or beverage production
- Knowledge of fermentation and quality control
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Head Cider Maker
- Production Manager
- Business Owner
- Product Developer
How to get the job
- Study brewing, food science, or agriculture
- Complete a degree, diploma, or apprenticeship
- Gain experience in cider or beverage production
- Progress to senior or business owner roles
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