Cost Controller ā F&B / Hospitality
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To apply, please send your updated CV to [email protected]. Only applications submitted via email to careers@wafi.
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Overview
To apply, please send your updated CV to
.
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will be considered.
Wafi Hospitality is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented
Cost Controller
to oversee and lead cost control operations across our central stores and restaurant outlets.
This role plays a key part in protecting profitability through effective inventory management, accurate cost monitoring, recipe control, and comprehensive financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all cost control activities across central stores and outlets.
- Manage inventory control processes, stock movement monitoring, and recipe costing.
- Monitor food and beverage wastage and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
- Conduct periodic production yield tests and spot checks to ensure compliance with approved recipes and operating standards.
- Perform detailed variance analysis on food cost, beverage cost, and inventory movements.
- Investigate cost discrepancies and provide recommendations for corrective action.
- Prepare and present timely cost control reports to management.
- Maintain and update POS pricing structures and coordinate with delivery aggregators and system providers.
- Prepare monthly Cost of Sales reports, menu engineering analysis, inventory reports, and other month-end closing requirements.
- Support operational teams in implementing best practices to improve efficiency and cost performance.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of proven experience in a Cost Controller role within the F&B, restaurant, or hospitality industry.
- Finance, Accounting, or related educational background preferred.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management, recipe costing, yield testing, menu engineering, and cost control procedures.
- Hands-on experience with POS systems, inventory management software, and delivery aggregator platforms.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to identify operational inefficiencies and implement practical solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and motivate team members while driving accountability and performance.
Why Join Us?
Join a dynamic hospitality group with a diverse portfolio of restaurants and dining concepts, where you will play a critical role in improving operational performance, driving profitability, and supporting business growth.
Interested candidates should send their updated CV to
.
Only applications received via email will be reviewed.
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