Position Overview:
The cost controller is responsible for the effective control over food and beverage inventory, cost management, wastages and pilferage. The cost controller works towards achieving targeted cost of food and beverage without compromising the established quality or quantity of portions.
Main Position Functions:
· Prepare the costing for recipes and menus prepared by the Executive Chef and suggest the selling price
· Study, analyse and report on all variances relating to costs and inventory management within the hotel administration.
· Perform test checking on the receiving of goods to ensure that the procedures are followed correctly
· Prepare daily flash report of food costs and verify daily outlet void control sheets
· Randomly test the inventory of outlets by reconciling the opening stock with the closing stock, taking account of store issues and sales
· Supervise the daily receiving and storekeeping activities.
· Account for inventory movements with proper documentation.
· Prepare and verify reports i.e. officer checks, F&B costs and analysis, etc.
· Define minimum and maximum stock levels, par stock management systems
· Perform daily and monthly F&B reconciliations, using POS system
· Perform the physical count of beverage stocks and month-end inventory
· Work closely with Purchasing Department to monitor for all pending or partial deliveries
Basic Qualifications:
· Minimum diploma in Accounting or Business Management
· 3 to 5 years’ experience in a cost control role, preferably from hospitality or F&B industry
· Good knowledge of recipe costing and cost analysis
· Proficient in the usage of inventory systems and Microsoft office applications
· Strong Team Player with ability to work independently
· Strong analytical skills with attention to details
· Ability to work under pressure in a fast pace environment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: KD500.000 - KD600.000 per month
Application Question(s):

• Are you currently working in Kuwait?
• What is your nationality?
• What type of visa do you have Ahli, Small Projects, Visa 20, etc?
• What is your current salary?
• What is your notice period to join?