The Storekeeper / Inventory Controller is responsible for receiving, safeguarding, issuing, and recording all stock used in the restaurant, club, or lounge. This role helps ensure that food, beverage, operating supplies, and other inventory are available in the right quantities, in the right condition, and at the right time. It plays a critical support function in controlling costs, preventing stock losses, and maintaining accurate records that support purchasing and finance.
Position Overview
This role sits within the Purchasing, Finance & Administration function and works closely with the Executive Chef, Bar Manager, Purchasing Manager, Finance team, and operations leaders. Depending on the size of the operation, the Storekeeper / Inventory Controller typically reports to the Purchasing Manager, Finance Manager, or Operations Manager, while coordinating daily stock movements with kitchen, bar, and service teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive all incoming deliveries and check them against purchase orders, invoices, and delivery notes for quantity, quality, and condition.
- Store goods correctly in dry, chilled, frozen, and secured areas to maintain product integrity and food safety standards.
- Issue stock to departments based on approved requisitions and record all stock movements accurately.
- Maintain up-to-date inventory records, stock cards, and system entries for all items.
- Conduct regular stock counts, spot checks, and month-end inventory to support financial reporting and variance analysis.
- Monitor expiry dates, damages, breakages, over-issues, and slow-moving items, and report discrepancies promptly.
- Support purchasing and finance teams with data needed for reordering, cost control, and stock valuation.
- Maintain cleanliness, organisation, security, and proper rotation of all store areas.
Person Profile
- Highly organised, honest, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
- Comfortable working with numbers, stock records, and basic inventory systems or spreadsheets.
- Reliable under pressure and able to follow procedures consistently.
- Practical and disciplined, with good communication skills and a service mindset.
- Able to work cooperatively with multiple departments while maintaining control and integrity over stock assets.
A successful Storekeeper / Inventory Controller protects the operation’s assets by combining accuracy, discipline, and strong stock control habits.