Cost Controller X 02 – Hotel

Description:

Job Purpose

The Cost Controller will monitor and safeguard food and beverage costs by exercising adequate and prompt control over the recording of the cost of purchased food and beverages, and by checking the accuracy of menu pricing based on an analysis of the actual product costs of food and beverages served. This position focuses on minimizing wastage, preventing pilferage and theft, and maintaining cost controls across all outlets. Work closely with F&B, Purchasing, and Finance teams to identify and implement cost-saving measures.Job seeker tools

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

Verify supplier invoices, purchase orders and receiving procedures for accuracy.
Prepare detailed cost reports and analysis to support management decisions.
Monitor and control all costs associated with the hotel
Investigate and resolve discrepancies such as lost postings.
Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
Review and reconcile invoices and purchase orders
Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
Manage internal and external audits
Prepare daily and monthly F&B cost reports.
Conduct variance analysis and communicate findings.
Verify all POS transactions including voids, discounts, and complimentary items.
Ensure all POS sales are accurately transferred to the PMS.
Produce departmental performance reports.
Develop and implement cost control strategies
Liaise with vendors and suppliers
Provide training and guidance to staff on cost control
Monitor and report on budget performance
Maintain accurate financial records
Develop and maintain cost control systems
Provide regular reports to management
Conduct regular inventory checks and variance analyses.
Verify supplier invoices, purchase orders and receiving procedures for accuracy.
Prepare detailed cost reports and analysis to support management decisions.
Work closely with F&B, Purchasing and Finance teams to identify and impliment cost-savings measures.
Maintain up-to-date recipe and menu costing in Fidelio and Opera Systems.

Required Skills and Competencies 

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Excellent  communication skills.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
Strong leadership skills
High attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Good interpersonal skills
Well organized and independent
Sound time management skills
Good negotiating skills
Communications & Media Studies
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Qualifications and Experience

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business-related field.
Must have a minimum 4+ years experience in Cost Control within a 4- or 5- star hotel.
Proven working experience in cost control in the hotel industry.
Strong analytical and reporting skills with keen attention to detail.
Proficiency in accounting and POS systems
Proficiency in Fidelio, Opera and MS Excel will be a plus
Able to work independently with minimum supervision
Good Knowledge of spreadsheets and Word documents
Knowledge of material control software will be an advantage
Must be a member of ZICA

QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in Ms Word and Cover Letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com & Cc bemconsult8@gmail.com   

Note that, all communications will be kept in the strictest of confidence. If you do not receive communication within 21 working days of the closing date of the advert, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

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