With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.
If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.
The core responsibilities of the Cost Officer are to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of cost control, storerooms, receiving and assist management in keeping the cost of food, beverage and other supplies to a minimum.
What will I be doing?
As the Cost Officer, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
Maintain adequate control and ensure that all incoming goods are received via the receiving area/loading dock, with deliveries properly checked against purchase orders and market lists. All outward goods are released with an approval documents with credit note at appropriated.
Supervise receiving workflow during the absent of receiving clerks.
Record and verify on a daily basis all food and beverage invoices for price extension, total and unit prices which should conform to the approved market prices.
Inspect and test goods whenever necessary especially with regard to food and beverage items.
Ensure that accumulated daily invoices agree to amounts transferred to Accounts Payable on a daily basic.
Check duty invoices to ensure that correct duty has been applied.
knowledgeable of the inventory system and be responsible for the maintenance of the system.
Report immediately to the Director of Finance (DOF) / Assistant Financial Controller (AFC) if any system errors are detected.
Maintain vigilance and in ensuring that the loading dock is kept clean and tidy at all times, free from clutter and hazards.
Prepare daily and monthly cost reports (including officer’s checks and entertainment bills) to ensure it’s in line with budget according to operational requirements, organize cost communication meetings, and participate in profit and loss meetings when necessary.
Monitor and investigate spoilage and breakages items regularly with recommend appropriate actions to reduce.
Co-ordinate with the F&B Manager and Executive Chef on recipe costings and recommended retail prices for food and beverage items and other cost matters.
Conduct twice half yearly the inventory count of operation equipment with related department.
Work closely with Purchasing Manager and Department Heads to minimize the cost without sacrificing the quality.
Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Direct Reports - Receiving Clerks.
The Cost Officer serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
University Degree, preferably in Commerce, Accounting & Management or any other Accounting qualification.
Previous experience in hospitality industry will be added advantage.
Knowledge of cost and inventory management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Mature and reliable person.
Able to lead, provide guidance and develop team members.
Fluent in written and spoken English to meet business needs.
This position is open to Malaysian citizens only.
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!