Assistant F&B Cost Controller

Assist in monitoring and maintaining Food & Beverage cost control procedures to ensure compliance with company policies and established standards. Verify supplier invoices, purchase orders, requisitions, and goods received to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and supporting documentation. Support the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports, inventory reconciliations, consumption analyses, and journal entries. Assist in maintaining food and beverage cost percentages and identifying cost variances for management review. Participate in physical inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records for food, beverage, and operating supplies. Monitor stock levels and support the replenishment process to ensure adequate inventory is maintained in accordance with approved par stock levels. Conduct routine checks of receiving, storeroom, and kitchen operations to ensure proper inventory control procedures are followed. Assist in menu costing, tracking high-cost items, and preparing cost analysis reports to support operational decision-making. Investigate inventory discrepancies and support corrective actions to minimize waste and control costs. Collaborate with the Finance, Purchasing, Kitchen, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure effective cost management and inventory control. Maintain accurate records and filing systems related to purchasing, receiving, inventory, and cost control activities. Uphold company policies, ethical standards, and service culture while performing all duties in a professional and efficient manner. • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management. • Previous experience in the similar role with in a hotel or hospitality environment (minimum 2 years preferred). • Solid understanding of hotel operations, F&B controls, and inventory management. • Proficient in cost control systems, PMS (e.g., Opera), and accounting software (e.g., Sun, SAP). • Advanced skills in MS Excel and financial reporting tools. • Ability to analyze food, beverage, and general inventory costs, track wastage, and recommend improvements. • Familiarity with procurement processes, stock reconciliation, and month-end closing. • Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail. • Effective communication and coordination with departments like F&B, Purchasing, and Finance.