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Cost Controller - Luxury Hotel Hospitality

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5years

Job Location drjobs

Nairobi - Kenya

Monthly Salary drjobs

Ks Ks 150000 - 150000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

JOb Summary:

We are seeking to hire a highly analytical and detailoriented Cost Controller to oversee and minimize wastage in all aspects of the hotel s restaurant operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring food and beverage costs inventory control supplier pricing portion control and operational efficiencies to ensure maximum profitability.

Key Responsibilities:


  • Track and analyze food and beverage costs to ensure alignment with budgeted targets.
  • Identify and implement strategies to reduce wastage and enhance cost efficiency.
  • Conduct regular costbenefit analyses to optimize procurement and pricing decisions.
  • Monitor stock levels and ensure efficient inventory usage to prevent overordering or wastage.
  • Conduct daily weekly and monthly stock audits for the restaurant bar and kitchen.
  • Ensure accurate stock receiving issuing and storage procedures are followed.
  • Evaluate supplier pricing and negotiate costeffective contracts without compromising quality.
  • Ensure compliance with purchase orders and approved budgets.
  • Monitor and verify incoming stock quality and quantity to prevent losses.
  • Work closely with the kitchen and restaurant teams to implement portion control measures.
  • Identify sources of food wastage and propose corrective actions.
  • Monitor kitchen and service practices to ensure optimal usage of ingredients.
  • Develop and update menu costing to ensure profitability of dishes.
  • Analyze recipe standardization and portion control to maintain consistency and reduce excess costs.
  • Prepare cost control reports highlighting areas of wastage inefficiencies and costsaving opportunities.
  • Generate profitability analysis reports for food and beverage items.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to forecast and manage food and beverage expenses.


Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:


  • Bachelor s degree or diploma in finance accounting hospitality management or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience in a similar role within the hotel or hospitality industry.
  • Strong knowledge of food and beverage cost management procurement and inventory control.
  • Experience working in a restaurant bar or hotel environment with a focus on cost control.
  • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
  • Ability to identify costsaving opportunities without compromising quality
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
  • Knowledge of restaurant operations purchasing and inventory control systems
  • Proficiency in hotel management and accounting software (e.g. Micros SunSystems Opera)
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate with chefs F&B managers and procurement teams


Diploma /Degree in Hotel Management 3+ years experience in an equivalent role with a rated Hotel Exceptional listening and communication skills. A polite, engaging personality. Commitment to customer satisfaction and service excellence.

Education

Degree/diploma in Hotel Management

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

Hospitality / Hotels and Motels

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