Cost Controller

📧 To apply, please send your updated CV to careers@wafi.com.

Only applications submitted via email to careers@wafi.com 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.
• 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 careers@wafi.com.
• Only applications received via email will be reviewed.