Senior Cost Control

PT Native Mind Indonesia; Provinsi Bali; On-site; IDR 66,960,000 - 133,920,000; Full time

Job summary

Lola's Cantina Mexicana in Bali seeks a detail-oriented Cost Control Officer to safeguard financial efficiency across F&B operations. You will monitor food and beverage costs, audit inventories, and partner with the kitchen and bar teams to reduce waste and protect margins.

The role requires a diploma or degree in accounting or finance, 2–3 years in cost control within F&B or hospitality, strong Excel skills, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia; Bali-based or willing to relocate

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in Cost Control within F&B, restaurant, or hotel industry.
• Strong proficiency in POS systems, inventory management software, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Deep understanding of F&B inventory workflows, recipe costing, yield tests, and stock auditing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Track, analyze, and report daily and monthly F&B costs, COGS, and variance analysis against budgets.
• Conduct regular physical stock counts across kitchen, bar, and storage areas.
• Monitor inventory movement, identify stock discrepancies, and investigate shrinkage.
• Review daily receiving reports, store requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier invoices for pricing accuracy.
• Perform yield testing and recipe costing updates with Head Chef and Bar Manager.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and supplier pricing trends to optimize expenses.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost control reports for Executive Management.

Skills

Cost control

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

English & Bahasa Indonesia

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Hospitality

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP)

Job description

Lola's Cantina Mexicana, where the soul of Mexico meets modern flair in the heart of Bali! Born in Canggu and expanding to Uluwatu, Lola's Cantina Mexicana is known for authentic handmade tacos, handcrafted margaritas, and electric good times. We combine warm tropical hospitality with a fast-paced, high-energy dining atmosphere. At Lola's, our team is a family passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences, exceptional quality, and smooth behind-the-scenes operations.

As the Cost Control officer at Lola's Cantina Mexicana, you will play a critical role in safeguard the restaurant's financial efficiency and operational profitability. You will oversee food, beverage, and operational material costs, monitor inventory usage, audit purchasing activities, and work closely with the kitchen, bar, and management teams to keep waste low and margins healthy.

Job Responsibilities

• Track, analyze, and report daily and monthly Food & Beverage (F&B) costs, cost of goods sold (COGS), and variance analysis against budgets.
• Conduct regular physical stock counts (food, beverage, packaging, and operating supplies) across kitchen, bar, and storage areas.
• Monitor inventory movement, identify stock discrepancies, and investigate causes of shrinkage, over-portioning, or unauthorized wastage.
• Review daily receiving reports, store requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier invoices to ensure accurate pricing and quantities.
• Perform yield testing and recipe costing updates in coordination with the Head Chef and Bar Manager.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, supplier pricing trends, and process improvements to optimize operating expenses without compromising quality.
• Prepare comprehensive weekly and monthly cost control reports for Executive Management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in Cost Control within the F&B, restaurant, or hotel industry.
• Strong proficiency in POS systems, inventory management software, and advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP).
• Deep understanding of F&B inventory workflows, recipe costing, yield tests, and stock auditing procedures.
• High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong numerical skills.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Based in Bali or willing to relocate immediately.