Job Description
Cost Control Assistant
We are a leading food & beverage chain, and we are seeking a numbers-driven, detail oriented Cost Control Assistant to optimise our kitchen efficiencies, monitor inventory and maximise profitability across our 22+ retail outlets.
Key Responsibilities
- Inventory Monitoring: Verify daily outlet-to-outlet stock transfers and accurately update inventory movements within the ERP system.
- Stock Verifications: Conduct routine physical stock counts at store/outlet levels to reconcile system records against actual kitchen data
- Wastage Tracking: Document daily raw material yields, identify portion control variations, and minimize food and packaging waste
- Recipe Costing: Maintain up-to-date standard ingredient costs to flag sudden price spikes from food suppliers
- Variance Reporting: Compile weekly data logs highlighting discrepancies between POS sales records and kitchen ingredient depletion
- Invoice Auditing: Review vendor delivery notes and supplier invoices to ensure accurate pricing compliance.
Job Requirements
- Education: Advance Level / Diploma in accounting, stores or cost management
- 1-2 years of experience in cost control, inventory auditing, preferably in fast-food restaurants
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and familiarity with POS or restaurant ERP systems.
- Competencies: Sharp analytical mindset, high speed of execution under tight schedules, and strong numerical skills.
If you are ready to accept the challenge you may apply within 07 days to careers@thelayoverlk.com. Please indicate the position applied for in the subject when applying.
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