Job Tasks:
• Inventory Management: Monitoring and managing inventory levels to ensure that the restaurant has the necessary supplies without overstocking. This includes tracking perishable items, managing stock rotation, and minimizing waste.
• Supplier Coordination: Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients and supplies. This includes negotiating contracts, managing orders, and resolving any issues with deliveries.
• Distribution Management: Overseeing the distribution of goods from the warehouse to various restaurant departments. This includes organizing the process to ensure timely and accurate delivery, coordinating with internal teams, maintaining detailed records of inventory movements, and ensuring efficient use of resources. The candidate will be responsible for scheduling deliveries, tracking shipments, and resolving any issues that arise during the distribution process.
• Demand Forecasting: Analyzing sales data and market trends to predict future demand for various menu items, which helps in planning purchases and avoiding shortages or overstock situations.
• Quality Control: Ensuring that all supplies meet the restaurant's quality standards. This includes conducting inspections, managing recalls, and implementing quality assurance procedures.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and maintaining accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and inventory levels. This includes tracking expiration dates and ensuring proper storage conditions.
• Cost Management: Monitoring and controlling costs related to logistics and supply chain operations, including transportation, storage, and procurement expenses. This involves finding ways to reduce costs without compromising quality.
• Technology Utilization: Using supply chain management software and other technologies to streamline operations, track inventory, and improve efficiency.
• Collaboration and Communication: Working closely with restaurant management, kitchen staff, and other departments to understand their needs and ensure that supplies are available when needed. This involves effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Requirements:
• BA degree in Business Management, Food Science, or any relevant degree.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory management.
• Experience in restaurants industry is a plus.
Skills:
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with suppliers, restaurant staff, and management.
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure favorable prices and conditions.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory management, order processing, and quality control.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing conditions and handle unexpected challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet the demands of the restaurant industry.