The Food and Beverage Controller is responsible for managing inventory, controlling costs, and ensuring high standards in the purchasing and provisioning of food and beverages. This role plays a key part in optimizing profitability and maintaining quality within the hospitality sector.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for the short and long-term planning of the F&B controlling and pricing aspects
- Monitor and manage inventory levels of food and beverages.
- Analyze and control food and beverage costs to maximize profitability.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of inventory and cost information.
- Conduct regular audits and reconciliations of inventory records.
- Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate pricing and maintain strong relationships.
- Develop and implement cost control measures and procedures.
- Work closely with kitchen and bar staff to forecast demand and plan orders.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepare detailed financial reports and analysis for management review.
- Control the Food and Beverage outlets in terms of wastage, pilferage and efficiency.
- Prepare variance analysis for food & beverage and communicating with relevant parties.
Skill Requirements
- Financial Analytics: Proficiency in conducting variance analyses, calculating food/beverage costs, and generating P&L (Profit and Loss) reports.
- Inventory Management: Capability to execute routine physical stock counts, determine optimum stock levels, and monitor warehouse auditing procedures.
- Technological Proficiency: Advanced mastery of Microsoft Excel alongside hands-on experience with Point of Sale (POS) systems and material control software.
- Strategic Pricing: Understanding of methods to price menu items, handle recipe costing, and adjust margins based on ingredient price fluctuations.
Job Requirements
- Degree in Hotel Management or in a related fields with relevant work experience
Experience
- Minimum Years Of Experience: 2 years