F&B Cost Controller: Optimize Costs & Inventory

Siham International Trading Co.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 420 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality management company in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented F&B Cost Controller. This role oversees food and beverage cost control, ensuring accurate inventory management and compliance with budgeting targets. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of industry experience. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with cost control systems are essential for maximizing operational efficiency. This position offers competitive salary packages and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Health insurance

Accommodation provided

Transportation allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Cost Controller in the hospitality industry.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of F&B operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food and beverage cost control processes.
• Analyze cost of sales and variance reports.
• Conduct physical stock counts and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Procurement for product sourcing.
• Submit timely month-end reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cost-saving identification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Hospitality Management

Tools

Materials Control (MC System)

Micros POS (Oracle Hospitality)

Advanced MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros)

Sun System / Vision

Future Log

Netsuite (Oracle)

Job description

A leading hospitality management company in South Africa is seeking a detail-oriented F&B Cost Controller. This role oversees food and beverage cost control, ensuring accurate inventory management and compliance with budgeting targets. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of industry experience. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with cost control systems are essential for maximizing operational efficiency. This position offers competitive salary packages and opportunities for career growth.