STORE KEEPER
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Store Keeper – Job Description
For BARBEQUE Concept Restaurant Chain
Position Title
Store Keeper / Inventory Controller
Department
Operations / Supply Chain / Restaurant Stores
Reports To
Restaurant Manager / Purchase Manager / Operations Head
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and responsible Store Keeper for our BARBEQUE restaurant chain who can efficiently manage restaurant inventory, vendor coordination, receiving operations, stock control, bills, and store administration. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of food & beverage inventory systems, vendor communication, and restaurant store procedures while maintaining accuracy, hygiene, and operational discipline.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory & Store Management
- Maintain proper storage and inventory control of food, beverages, packaging, cleaning materials, and kitchen supplies.
- Ensure all items are stored according to FIFO (First In First Out) and hygiene standards.
- Monitor daily stock movement, consumption, and wastage.
- Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly physical stock verification.
- Maintain minimum and maximum stock levels for uninterrupted restaurant operations.
- Prepare stock reports and submit them to management regularly.
Vendor Coordination
- Handle vendor calls, emails, and communication professionally.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, shortages, pending items, and replacement of damaged goods.
- Follow up with vendors for invoices, credit notes, and outstanding deliveries.
- Maintain good vendor relationships to ensure timely and quality supply.
Receiving & GRN Management
- Receive all incoming materials and verify quantity, quality, and specifications against purchase orders and invoices.
- Check expiry dates, freshness, packaging condition, and product quality during receiving.
- Prepare and maintain GRN (Goods Receiving Note) records accurately.
- Ensure proper documentation for all inward and outward stock movements.
- Coordinate with kitchen and operations teams during material receiving.
Bills & Documentation
- Verify vendor bills, invoices, and delivery challans accurately.
- Maintain proper filing of purchase bills, invoices, and stock records.
- Submit bills to accounts department on time for payment processing.
- Maintain digital and physical documentation of store transactions.
- Assist management during audits and stock inspections.
Stock Issuing & Internal Coordination
- Issue materials to kitchen, bar, service, and housekeeping departments as per approved requisitions.
- Ensure proper recording of all issued items.
- Coordinate with chefs and department heads for daily operational requirements.
- Monitor slow-moving, non-moving, and excess inventory.
Hygiene & Safety
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of store areas.
- Ensure safe handling and storage of perishable and non-perishable goods.
- Follow food safety, fire safety, and company SOP standards.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of restaurant inventory management.
- Good communication skills for handling vendor calls and emails.
- Basic computer knowledge (Excel, inventory software, email handling).
- Knowledge of bills, invoices, GRN, and stock reports.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced restaurant operations.
- Honest, disciplined, and well-organized personality.
Qualifications
- Graduate or Diploma in Store Management / Hospitality / Commerce preferred.
- Minimum 2–5 years experience as Store Keeper in restaurant, hotel, QSR, or F&B industry.
- Experience in BARBEQUE or multi-outlet restaurant chain preferred.
Preferred Experience
- Experience with restaurant POS or inventory software.
- Knowledge of food cost control and stock variance management.
- Experience handling multiple vendors and central kitchen coordination.
Performance Expectations
- Zero stock mismatch and proper documentation.
- Timely receiving and issuing of inventory.
- Strong vendor coordination and communication.
- Accurate bill verification and reporting.
- Reduced wastage and effective stock control.
Work Environment
- Fast-paced BARBEQUE restaurant operations.
- Coordination with kitchen, purchase, accounts, and operations teams.
- Flexible shift timing including weekends and holidays if required.
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