Descripción de la oferta
At Riviera Dining Group, the Cost Controller is an integral part of the business team. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, gaining exposure to a variety of brands associated with our Food & Beverage teams. Your work will have a direct impact on the overall growth and profitability of the business
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Your responsibilities will include working closely with the Corporate Accountants/Analysts & venue leaders in the following key areas for our portfolio of businesses.
- Strong understanding of financial statements and all supporting schedules (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement)
- Develop and manage annual budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with Corporate Controller.
- Monitor comps (complimentary items) and voids daily to ensure they remain within approved budget thresholds
- Develops, analyzes and interprets statistical and accounting information to assess operating results in terms of profitability, performance against budget
- Establish and maintain inventory control systems, including setting par levels and monitoring stock usage.
- Coordinate with kitchen and bar staff to reduce waste, optimize ordering, and minimize spoilage.
- Partner with third-party beverage counters to ensure accurate inventory tracking and cost control.
- Monitor beverage cost trends and analyze variances to ensure profit margins remain within budgeted targets
- Conduct profitability analysis (AVT reporting) of menu items using sales and cost data.Make recommendations to enhance menus, pricing, and composition to increase margins based on economic changes.
- Perform daily payroll analysis to align labor costs with business levels and optimize workforce efficiency.
- Collaborate with department heads to manage head count planning (FTE) based on sales trends and seasonal fluctuations
- Generate reports on cost trends and recommend adjustments to improve overall financial performance.
- Collaborate cross-departmentally and manage special projects as requested
- Lead the weekly Red Flag and 2-Week Look Ahead meetings to proactively identify and discuss deviations from budget
- Oversee the financial performance of the commissary.
- Drive finance process improvements, including automation, reporting enhancements, and systems integration
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Requirements/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in cost control or financial management in a restaurant or hospitality setting
- Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems such as R365
- Attention to Detail: Demonstrate great attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in tasks and deliverables
- Communication and Organization Skills: Possess strong communication and organization skills, enabling effective collaboration within a dynamic team
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities: Exhibit the ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, and problem-solve effectively
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools is a plus.
- Self-starter mentality: Ability to take a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges
- Task Management: Comfortably manage multiple tasks, balancing priorities to meet deadlines
Other Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong understanding of Hospitality industry accounting principles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Descripción de la empresa
At Riviera Dining Group, we are curators of elevated experiences, combining the art of luxury hospitality with impeccable craftsmanship. Each of our venues is a sanctuary of sophistication, where exceptional design, vibrant ambiance, and world-class service come together to create unforgettable moments.
We are driven by a singular vision: to redefine hospitality by offering our guests unparalleled attention to detail, exquisite culinary creations, and bespoke service in the most exclusive and breathtaking environments.
Our commitment to excellence is rooted in our core values:
- Crafting Experiences Beyond Expectations: Every interaction is designed to delight and inspire.
- Empowering Our Team: Respect and collaboration fuel our passion for creating greatness. Elevating Hospitality
- Standards: We relentlessly pursue innovation and perfection.
At RDG, we create extraordinary journeys that captivate the senses and linger in the memory.
