FnB Cost Accountant

Job Title: F&B Cost Controller

Location: Nairobi

Industry: Hospitality – Hotel

Salary: KES 35,000 – 40,000

Work Schedule: 6 days per week

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control all F&B costs to ensure profitability and minimal wastage

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly food & beverage cost reports

• Conduct regular stock counts and inventory reconciliations

• Verify store issues, transfers, and receiving processes

• Ensure proper costing of recipes, menus, and beverages

• Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions

• Work closely with purchasing, kitchen, and accounts departments

• Enforce strict internal control systems and standard operating procedures

• Check and validate supplier invoices against LPOs and delivery notes

• Monitor portion control and wastage in production areas

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field

• MUST HAVE 2 – 3 years’ experience in a similar role within a hotel or F&B establishment

• Proven experience in costing, stores, and inventory control

• Strong analytical and reporting skills

• Proficiency in Excel and POS/stock management systems

Key Competencies

• Firm, assertive, and able to enforce controls and procedures

• High level of integrity and attention to detail

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Willingness to work 6 days a week in a fast-paced environment