Junior Cost Controller - Food and Beverage

Role Overview

Junior Cost Controller - Food and Beverage at SIHAMCO, supporting the Kooz Karak brand across retail operations.

Company Overview

SIHAMCO is a strategic partner operating under the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), National Events Center (NEC), Riyadh Season and Jeddah Season since 2019. Since 2008, the company has designed, constructed, and operated exceptional hospitality and entertainment experiences. All brands under SIHAMCO are homegrown Saudi concepts, fully developed in-house from initial vision through execution and operation. The portfolio includes over 25 original brands such as Kooz Karak, The Groves, ZodiaC Cuisine, Little Krazy, LucaLand, and El Lechazo. Brands are registered across the GCC and internationally including the United Kingdom, Egypt, and Morocco.

Role Purpose

Serve as the key cost control authority for the F&B department, ensuring accurate inventory management, cost monitoring, and compliance with company policies while supporting profitability and operational efficiency across retail operations. Work collaboratively with Finance, Procurement, and F&B teams to achieve budget targets and maintain quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Monitoring and Analysis

• Maintain accurate recipe costing, item pricing, and system master data.
• Monitor and control F&B costs in line with budget targets.
• Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly cost of sales and variance reports.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, wastage, and inefficiencies.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.

Menu and Reporting

• Lead Menu Engineering Meetings with the F&B team to drive profitability improvements.
• Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly reports that support bottom-line performance.
• Submit accurate and timely month-end reports to the Financial Controller or F&B Director.

Inventory and Reconciliation

• Oversee physical stock counts and ensure accurate reconciliation between POS, stock control, and accounting systems.

Procurement Collaboration

• Collaborate with Procurement to source cost-effective, high-quality products.
• Monitor supplier pricing and negotiate fixed-term contracts where applicable.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with company procedures, audit standards, and local regulations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Hospitality Management.
• Proven 3–5 years of experience as a Cost Controller within the restaurant, fast-food, or hospitality industry.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Systems

• Materials Control (MC System) – Essential.
• Micros POS (Oracle Hospitality) – Essential.
• Advanced MS Excel Skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros) – Essential.
• Sun System / Vision – Preferred.
• Future Log – Preferred.
• Netsuite (Oracle) – Preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of F&B operational processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Languages

• English – Required.
• Arabic – Plus.

Additional Information

Benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards and experience.
• Health insurance, accommodation provided, and transportation allowance.
• Career development and internal promotions across departments and seasons.
• Creative and collaborative work culture built on passion, innovation, and attention to detail.
• Exposure to high-end hospitality and entertainment concepts and premium F&B experiences.
• Experience working on premium events within The Groves and Riyadh Season.
• Cultural diversity with a team of passionate professionals from around the world.