Store and Purchase Incharge - restaurant and cafe

Purchasing and Vendor Management

• Find and choose reliable food and supply vendors.
• Negotiate the best prices, discounts, and payment terms.
• Place daily or weekly purchase orders based on sales needs.
• Look for new or cheaper substitute items to reduce costs.
• Track market trends and seasonal price changes for ingredients.

Store and Inventory Control

• Track stock levels to stop shortages or over-buying.
• Receive, inspect, and count all delivered goods for damage or missing items.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized storage and pantry areas.
• Rotate old stock using the first-in, first-out method to reduce waste.
• Perform regular stock audits and update inventory logs.

Administration and Reporting

• Match delivery notes with purchase orders and supplier bills.
• Send approved invoices to the accounts team for timely payment.
• Make reports on monthly spending and food cost tracking.
• Fix delivery errors or bad product quality issues with vendors.