North West: Stock Controller posted by Craven Cottage CC

Duties:
 
Stock Management & Control:
 
Take full responsibility for all stock across departments (camp kitchen, bar, water park, tuck shop and housekeeping)
Ensure accurate receiving, issuing, transfers, and recording of stock
Maintain real-time accurate stock records
Prevent stock loss, theft, wastage, and misuse
Enforce FIFO principles and correct storage procedures
 
Stock Counts, Reconciliations & Variance Control:
 
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts
Reconcile physical stock with system stock
Investigate, explain, and report all variances
Ensure zero tolerance for unexplained discrepancies
 
Systems & Software (HOPS, Lightspeed, POS):
 
Maintain accurate stock records on HOPS, Lightspeed, and POS systems
Assist Head Chef with ensuring correct recipe linking, portion control, and automatic deductions
Monitor sales vs stock usage for irregularities
Generate stock, variance, usage, and valuation reports
 
Purchasing & Supplier Coordination:
 
Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels
Support procurement planning and ordering
Verify deliveries, invoices, and supplier pricing
Report supplier discrepancies
 
Cost Control & Waste Reduction:
 
Monitor food, beverage, and consumable costs
Track wastage, breakages, expired stock, and over-portioning
Support initiatives to reduce waste and protect profit margins
 
Compliance & Stock Policing:
 
Enforce stock policies and internal controls
Prevent unauthorized access to stock
Report misuse, negligence, or suspicious activity
Support audits and disciplinary processes
 
Reporting & Administration:
 
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports
Maintain accurate documentation including GRVs, invoices, transfer notes, and count sheets
Ensure audit-ready stock records

Requirements:
 
At least 3+ years proven experience as a Stock Controller in hospitality, restaurant, or resort environments
Strong experience using HOPS, Lightspeed, POS, or similar stock/inventory platforms
Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail
Strong Excel and reporting skills
Firm, assertive personality with the ability to enforce controls
High integrity, reliability, and accountability
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines