Cost Controller in London

Overview of duties: To ensure the outlets run in accordance with hotel policy; to assist the Food and Beverage Services Manager in maximising profits and carrying out controls. To maintain the current controls procedures and cost of sales. During the course of duty, you will have access to certain information, which demands the utmost confidentiality. Discretion must be exercised at all times. Due to the nature of the industry, flexibility in working hours is essential.

Responsibilities

• Financial: Daily revenue control, daily consumption and requisition control, maintain and or adapt policies and procedures to ensure all revenue is captured. Ensure the control and security of cash and stock; cost control/end of month reporting and F&B purchasing. To control food and beverage purchasing to get the best cost of sales. Comply with the core list where possible.
• Service: Be proactive in achieving targets implementing appropriate controls. Adopt a physical presence in the outlets ensuring adequate preparation and adherence to the service standards results in the smooth running of the outlets. Lead by example. Ensure bar & cellar par stock levels are maintained. Ensure requisitions are correctly issued in order to provide better customer service.
• Staffing: Maintain staff discipline in conjunction with the company guidelines ensuring staff are well motivated maintaining a teamwork ethic. To report any problems or grievances to the Food and Beverage Services Manager or Talent & Culture Manager. To ensure that all staff recognise the expectations of the guests and that those expectations are fulfilled.
• Communication: To attend the Food and Beverage team meeting and when necessary recommend operational improvements. Where applicable attend the weekly function sheet meeting. Liaise daily with the Groups department, Front Office, and Conference Office, double-checking for specific details. Liaise daily with the Head Chef over food delivery, ordering, update of revenue, cost and guest comments.
• Training: Where applicable ensure appraisals and one-to-ones are carried out for the stores person. Liaising with the Food and Beverage Services Manager over the development and succession plans for the stores person. Provide and update adequate training to the stores person.
• Health and Safety: To be aware of and adhere to all Health and Safety and emergency procedures, ensure that all staff is aware of their responsibilities and requirements and remain vigilant. Ensure all statutory requirements are observed and that training procedures comply with the HASAWA 1974 Act. Report all maintenance issues to the Maintenance department and copy the Food and Beverage Services Manager.
• Legal: To ensure that all legal requirements are met i.e. Adherence to the Licensing Laws and Weights and Measures Act.
• Measurement: Increased profitability as measured by the period accounts. Satisfactory financial controls as measured by the Paris audit.

Benefits

• Bonus Breaks: Enjoy two complimentary one or two night stays per year at other Accor properties across the UK.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our contributory pension plan.
• Employee Benefit Card: Take advantage of discounted rates at Accor Hotels worldwide.
• Complimentary Meals: Free meals provided while on duty.
• Wellness Perks: Free access to the hotel gym.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support available 24/7.
• Annual Leave: Up to 33 days of annual leave per year (including public holidays).

Salary: £16.66 per hour + monthly service charge. The successful candidate must already have eligibility to work in the UK.