Cost Controller

McGettigan's; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent global hospitality brand in Dubai is seeking an experienced Cost Control Manager to oversee special events and ensure effective cost management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 4-5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of inventory control and a UAE driver's license are required. This role offers a dynamic work environment within a vibrant team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in cost control, preferably in the F&B sector.
• Strong understanding of F&B operations, procurement, and inventory systems.
• Full UAE driver’s license (with own car).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and handle all special events and analyze costs.
• Prepare cost reports for management review.
• Support menu engineering and pricing strategy based on food cost analysis.

Skills

Cost control

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management

Tools

MS Excel

ERP / POS systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and handling all special events taking place during the month, then analyze the cost related.
• Conducting stores & outlets stocktaking, and then uploading into JANA, then verify the related differences.
• Preparing for the month end reports, which include JVs, F&B reconciliations, inventories, final flash report, monthly consumption report etc.
• Track daily food and beverage costs and identify variances.
• Analyse recipe costs, portion controls, and food waste to recommend cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor purchasing prices and vendor pricing changes.
• Conduct regular stock counts of food, beverages, and operational supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements (issuance, transfer, spoilage).
• Reconcile inventory with POS and accounting systems.
• Prepare cost reports (daily, weekly, monthly) for management review.
• Maintain up-to-date product costing sheets, pricing structures, and inventory records.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and SOPs.
• Work closely with purchasing, kitchen, bar, and finance teams to ensure cost control standards are met.
• Provide training to operational staff on inventory procedures and cost awareness.
• Support menu engineering and pricing strategy based on food cost analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or related field
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in cost control, preferably in the F&B sector
• Strong understanding of F&B operations, procurement, and inventory systems
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP / POS systems (e.g., Infrasys, Jana)
• High attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Full UAE driver’s license (with own car)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with menu costing tools or inventory software (e.g., Barvintory)
• Fluency in English / Arabic / other languages as applicable

About the company

Steeped in Irish family history, the very first McGettigan's Pub was opened in Ireland in 1964 on Queen Street in Dublin, by company founder Jim McGettigan. McGettigan's has grown into a global hospitality brand, seamlessly blending traditional Irish charm with a contemporary edge.