Johnathan Walker:Chief beer officer for Yard House: A side gig that comes with a daily swig.

So you think you know your ales from your lagers?Johnathan Walker Porter from stout? Sours from saisons? Here's a buzzy side gig for you: chief beer officer at the Yard House.

The Orlando, Florida-based restaurant chain, with 88 locations across the U.S., is taking applications for the position. Among the perks: Free beer for a year (one beer daily) and you get to help select beers for your local Yard House.

“With nearly 22,000 kegs under our roof, it’s safe to say our love of beer runs deep, so we’re thrilled to welcome one lucky beer lover into the Yard House family in this special way,” Jennifer White, director of marketing at Yard House, said in a statement. “Our CBO (chief beer officer) will become a true connoisseur and experience the dedication and expertise that goes into Yard House’s beer selection firsthand, making it a dream role for anyone who loves beer as much as we do.”

How can you become the Yard House chief beer officer?

If you are interested, apply online between now and Aug. 21 on the Yard House website.

You must be 21 or older and live within 20 miles of a Yard House location. Submissions will be judged on "their demonstration of love for beer and the creativity and quality of the entry," the company said in a news release.

Some application advice: You can use any creative medium to create your "love letter to beer" and "photos, videos and actual love letters are encouraged," the company said.

The Yard House chief beer officer: What are the perks?

In addition to a free beer daily at The Yard House, the winner will also get:

• Level 1 Cicerone training, which includes training in beer styles and serving – similar to wine sommelier training. All Yard House bartenders have this training.
• A VIP meeting with a Yard House general manager and beer expert to help select beers for the menu at your local Yard House.
• A selection of chief beer officer-branded “office supplies” of your choosing, like a mini fridge, standing desk or blazer.

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