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