Purchasing Officer – Restaurant Division

Arena Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable restaurant in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Officer to manage procurement activities for food, beverages, and other consumables. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in restaurant procurement, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of local suppliers. This role involves direct coordination with kitchen and financial departments, ensuring timely and quality supplies. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in restaurant or hospitality procurement.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and basic restaurant cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase restaurant-related items.
• Work with chefs to fulfill daily ingredient requirements.
• Manage documentation including LPOs, invoices, and contracts.
• Monitor pricing trends and supplier performance.

Skills

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Knowledge of local F&B suppliers

Proficiency in Excel or POS/inventory software

Job description

Job Summary

A reputable and growing restaurant in Dubai is looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Officer to manage procurement activities for all food, beverages, consumables, and non-food items. This role requires close coordination with the kitchen, inventory, finance, and other departments, and reports directly to the Restaurant Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase restaurant-related items in line with quality and cost standards.
• Work with chefs and kitchen team to fulfill daily ingredient requirements.
• Maintain approved supplier lists and track purchase orders and delivery timelines.
• Manage documentation including LPOs, invoices, contracts, and supplier records.
• Liaise with inventory control to monitor stock levels and avoid over/under purchasing.
• Follow up on pending deliveries, resolve quality/delivery issues.
• Monitor pricing trends, discounts, and supplier performance.
• Submit purchasing cost reports to the Restaurant Manager and Finance.

Job Requirements

• 2–3 years’ experience in restaurant or hospitality procurement.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of local F&B suppliers and procurement best practices.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and basic restaurant cost controls.
• Proficiency in Excel or POS/inventory software.