Cost Controller

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Cost Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of raw materials, labor, and packaging production costs.
• Monitor daily food and beverage costs, prepare cost variance analysis, and generate reports.
• Provide management with regular reports detailing cost trends, forecasts, and savings opportunities.

2. Inventory Management & Waste Control

• Oversee stock levels and track inventory movement across production and outlets.
• Coordinate and conduct regular stock counts and spot checks.
• Identify and report discrepancies in usage, wastage, and spoilage; implement corrective measures.

3. Calculating Menu & Recipe Costing

• Work with the kitchen and production team to cost new recipes and products based on ingredient prices and preparation costs.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date recipe costing sheets for all menu items.
• Monitor and adjust selling prices to ensure alignment with target margins.

4. Supplier Coordination & Purchase Cost Control

• Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure purchasing is aligned with cost targets.
• Track supplier pricing trends and support negotiations for cost-effective sourcing.
• Evaluate suppliers’ performance and suggest improvements where necessary.

5. System & Process Improvement

• Assist in the implementation of automated systems for inventory and cost control.
• Review and recommend improvements in standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to cost management.
• Support budgeting and financial planning processes with relevant production cost data.

6. Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure all cost-related practices comply with internal control policies and audit requirements.
• Support finance and internal audit teams with required documentation and cost breakdowns.

KEY REQUIREMENTS / CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• 2–4 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in F&B, catering, or the hospitality industry
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of cost control practices and production workflows in a bakery/pastry environment is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or inventory systems.
• Knowledge of SUPY is an advantage.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Proactive attitude with a solution-oriented mindset.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month

Experience:

• F&B, catering, hospitality industry: 2 years (Required)
• Cost Controller: 2 years (Required)