Job Description: Cost Controller – F&B Industry

About This Role

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cost Controller with a strong background in the Food & Beverage (F&B) industry. The role is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and controlling food and beverage costs to ensure profitability, efficiency, and compliance with company standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in recipe costing, inventory management, and operational cost optimization within food production or restaurant environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Control & Analysis
• Monitor daily food and beverage costs across procurement, production, and service.
• Conduct variance analysis between actual and budgeted costs.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Inventory & Procurement
• Oversee inventory systems to ensure accurate tracking of stock, consumption, and wastage.
• Implement controls to minimize pilferage and over-purchasing.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to negotiate supplier contracts and optimize purchasing.
• Menu & Recipe Costing
• Prepare detailed recipe costing sheets and menu profitability reports.
• Support menu engineering by analyzing food cost percentages and contribution margins.
• Advise on pricing strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining quality.
• Reporting & Compliance
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports for management.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and local regulations.
• Collaboration
• Work closely with chefs, restaurant managers, and finance teams to implement cost control measures.
• Train operational staff on cost awareness and efficient resource utilization.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management.
• 3–5 years of experience in cost control within the F&B or restaurant industry.
• Strong knowledge of recipe costing, food production processes, and inventory systems.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, POS software, and advanced Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong business acumen with deep understanding of food industry operations.
• Ability to balance cost efficiency with product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented mindset.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person