f&b controller

Key Responsibilities

Cost Control & Analysis

• Monitor daily food and beverage consumption and costs.
• Analyze food cost, material cost, and wastage reports.
• Prepare monthly cost analysis and variance reports.
• Ensure adherence to approved budgets and cost targets.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records for food, beverages, consumables, and cleaning materials.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock audits.
• Monitor stock movement and ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO).
• Reconcile physical stock with system records and investigate variances.

Purchasing & Vendor Management

• Verify purchase requests and ensure compliance with approved budgets.
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors for timely material supply.
• Track purchase orders, deliveries, and invoice verification.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained for all received materials.

Operational Support

• Monitor food production quantities and consumption patterns.
• Ensure proper portion control and recipe compliance.
• Support kitchen and service teams in minimizing wastage.
• Maintain records related to catering operations and client requirements.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports.
• Maintain documentation for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and company policies.
• Support statutory and client audits by providing required records.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management, Catering Management, Commerce, or related field.
• 36 years of experience in Industrial Catering, Corporate Catering, Hospitality, or Food Service Operations.
• Strong knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and MIS reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/Inventory Management Systems.

Key Skills

• Food Cost Control
• Inventory Management
• MIS Reporting
• Purchase & Vendor Coordination
• Stock Reconciliation
• Data Analysis
• Audit Compliance
• Communication & Team CoordinationRole & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile