Cody Leano
Monterey
Summary
Graphic design student with an Associate’s degree in Graphic Design and currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree. Strong foundation in visual communication, typography, branding, and layout design. Proficient in industry-standard design software and eager to apply creative and technical skills in an entry-level design role.
Accomplished Head Brewer with proven skills in recipe development and quality control. Demonstrated ability to enhance brewing processes and ensure product consistency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Brewer
Hops and Fog Brewing Company
Pacific Grove
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in developing new beer recipes and flavor profiles.
- Monitored fermentation processes for quality control standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on brewing systems and machinery.
- Recorded brewing data for quality assurance and consistency tracking.
- Developed and implemented brewing recipes, processes and procedures to meet quality standards.
Sales Representative
Mondelez International
Monterey
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented visual merchandising strategies for retail displays.
- Established strong vendor relationships to optimize product selection and availability.
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Communicated and coordinated planogram execution with store management.
Head Brewer
Alvarado Street Brewery and Bistro
Carmel
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Operated brewing equipment to produce various beer styles.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of the brewing area and tools.
- Assisted in developing new beer recipes and flavor profiles.
- Conducted routine maintenance on brewing systems and machinery.
- Recorded brewing data for quality assurance and consistency tracking.
- Utilized good manufacturing practices and adhered to standard operating procedures every day in order to provide consistent, high-quality results.
Assistant Brewer/Server
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
Monterey
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Assisted in brewing processes, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Operated brewing equipment, maintaining cleanliness and efficiency.
- Maintained inventory of ingredients and supplies for brewing operations.
- Participated in taproom events, engaging customers about beer selections.
- Maintained accurate records of all batches brewed including ingredients used, temperatures achieved, volumes produced and any issues encountered.
- Assisted in the mashing, boiling and fermentation processes of beer production.
- Operated pumps, valves and other related machinery involved in the brewing process.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey CA12-2016
High School Diploma -
Will C. Wood High School
Vacaville, CA06-2009
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Brewing expertise
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Brand development
- Problem solving
- Creative thinking
- Layout design
- Graphic design
- Visual communication
Timeline
Head Brewer
Hops and Fog Brewing Company
04.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
Mondelez International
02.2023 - 04.2024
Head Brewer
Alvarado Street Brewery and Bistro
01.2020 - 03.2023
Assistant Brewer/Server
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
01.2016 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Monterey Peninsula College
High School Diploma -
Will C. Wood High School
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Arizona State University