Job Description: Storekeeper cum Procurement Officer
Location: Bandra, Mumbai
Department: Operations / Finance
Reports to: Restaurant Manager.
Job Purpose
The Storekeeper cum Procurement Officer acts as the custodian of the restaurant’s assets and the architect of its supply chain. This dual role involves managing the end-to-end inventory lifecycle—from sourcing high-quality ingredients at the best market prices to ensuring they are stored and issued with zero wastage.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
- Vendor Selection: Research, identify, and onboard reliable vendors for fresh produce, meats, dry stores, and beverage supplies.
- Price Negotiation: Regularly conduct market to ensure the restaurant is getting competitive pricing without compromising quality.
- Purchase Order (PO) Management: Raise formal POs based on par levels and kitchen requirements; ensure all purchases align with the approved budget.
2. Inventory & Quality Control
- Receiving & Inspection: Act as the first line of defense. Verify that delivered goods match the PO in quantity, weight, and quality. Reject items that do not meet the brand's specifications.
- Stock Reconciliation: Conduct weekly and monthly physical audits. Analyze "Actual vs. Theoretical" food costs to identify theft or wastage.
- FIFO/FEFO Implementation: Oversee the organization of walk-ins and dry stores to ensure the oldest stock is used first.
3. Operational Compliance
- Food Safety: Monitor chiller/freezer temperatures and ensure the storage environment meets FSSAI standards.
- Departmental Issuance: Release stock only against digital or physical requisitions to maintain a strict paper trail.
- Waste Management: Proactively alert the Head Chef about slow-moving items to incorporate them into "Specials" before they expire.
Eligibility Criteria
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Requirements
Experience
Minimum 1.5 to 2 yrs working in the Central Stores of a reputed brand / chain of restaurants.
Education
Graduate in Commerce, Supply Chain, or Hotel Management (BHM).
Tech Skills
Advanced MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) and proficiency in POS/Inventory software.
Local Knowledge
Strong understanding of the Mumbai vendor landscape and seasonal pricing fluctuations.
Technical & Personal Traits
- Negotiation Skills: Ability to build strong vendor relationships while maintaining a firm stance on costs.
- Integrity: High level of transparency; this role handles high-value inventory and financial transactions.
- Analytical Mindset: Ability to read a "Variance Report" and pinpoint exactly where the inventory leakage is happening.
- Physical Stamina: Comfortable with the fast-paced, physically demanding nature of a kitchen receiving area.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
