Purchase & Store Executive - F&B Cost Controller

About the Hotel

The DoubleTree by Hilton Goa – Panaji is a full-service hotel situated in Goa’s capital city. It caters to both business and leisure guests, offering comfortable rooms and modern amenities. As part of the global Hilton group, the hotel adheres to international standards of hospitality, safety, and guest service excellence. Facilities include diverse food and beverage outlets, event venues, and recreational options, all designed to ensure a consistent, welcoming guest experience. Employees are motivated to build their careers in a professional setting valuing integrity, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Role Overview

This position is a full-time, on-premise role focused on managing purchase and store operations specifically in the food and beverage department at the DoubleTree by Hilton Goa – Panaji. The successful candidate will oversee procurement activities, supplier coordination, price negotiations, and guarantee prompt deliveries of goods.

Key duties include managing store operations such as receiving deliveries, storage management, inventory control, and issuing materials to relevant departments while maintaining meticulous stock records and balances. Daily functions also encompass monitoring F&B costs, analyzing consumption and wastage patterns, compiling cost reports, and ensuring adherence to hotel policies and financial controls.

The incumbent will work closely with culinary and F&B teams to support menu costing, budgeting efforts, and drive overall cost-efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent customer service and communication abilities for effective coordination with suppliers and internal departments.
• Experience in retail or store management, with comprehensive inventory handling and stock control expertise.
• Proven background in sales or procurement, including negotiation capabilities and vendor relationship management.
• Academic background in Commerce or a related discipline, with knowledge of basic accounting and cost calculation principles.
• Previous exposure to F&B cost control, purchasing, or hospitality operations is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with inventory or ERP software for data input, reporting, and analytical tasks.
• Detail-oriented with strong numerical accuracy and capability to follow established procedures and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work on-site in Panaji and flexibility to accommodate hotel operation requirements including variable working hours.