Jaouad lahmaya

General Controller / F&B Cost Controller
Fes, 30000, Fes, MAROC.

About

Highly experienced General Controller and F&B Cost Controller with over 20 years of progressive experience in the hospitality and restaurant sectors. Proven expertise in optimizing financial performance, implementing robust cost control measures, and ensuring regulatory compliance across multi-unit operations. Adept at leveraging analytical insights to drive profitability, streamline supply chain processes, and enhance operational efficiency.

Work

Trois restaurants (le mynt ; comptoir des arènes, Don Lucas)
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General Controller

Casablanca, Casablanca, Morocco

Summary

Led financial oversight and operational cost control for a portfolio of three prominent restaurants, optimizing purchasing and inventory management to enhance profitability.

Highlights

Directed comprehensive supervision of purchasing and revenue streams, ensuring financial integrity and maximizing profitability across multi-unit operations.

Orchestrated monthly inventory processes and conducted precise Food & Beverage sales price evaluations, contributing to optimized cost structures and revenue generation.

Implemented rigorous control over supply chain operations, verifying product quality and compliance with order specifications to minimize waste and ensure cost-effectiveness.

Conducted unannounced audits across various sales points, reinforcing procedural adherence and identifying opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings.

Monitored and enforced company procedures, ensuring full compliance and operational efficiency as dictated by management directives.

MIAMI Plage ; le mercat
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General Controller

Casablanca, Casablanca, Morocco

Summary

Managed financial controls and operational efficiency for two major establishments, focusing on cost optimization, inventory, and supply chain integrity.

Highlights

Supervised all aspects of purchasing and revenue, maintaining stringent financial controls and enhancing operational transparency.

Developed and oversaw monthly inventory procedures and F&B sales price analysis, leading to improved cost management and profitability.

Ensured strict adherence to supply chain protocols, verifying product quality and order compliance to safeguard financial resources and operational standards.

Executed comprehensive price comparisons and bank reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Managed accounting operations and supplier relations, fostering strong partnerships and optimizing procurement processes.

Hotel Movenpick Tanger
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F&B Cost Controller

Tanger, Tanger, Morocco

Summary

Directed F&B cost control initiatives for a 5-star hotel, optimizing inventory, purchasing, and financial reconciliation processes.

Highlights

Managed and supervised F&B purchasing and revenue, implementing strategies to control costs and enhance financial performance.

Conducted detailed monthly inventory elaborations and F&B sales price evaluations, crucial for accurate cost reporting and strategic pricing.

Oversaw stock management and supply chain compliance, ensuring product quality and adherence to purchasing criteria to minimize expenditure.

Performed regular price comparisons and bank reconciliations, contributing to financial accuracy and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Maintained robust accounting records and managed supplier accounts, ensuring timely payments and fostering efficient vendor relationships.

Palais Medina Fes
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F&B Cost Controller

Fes, Fes, Morocco

Summary

Implemented comprehensive F&B cost control measures for a luxury hotel, focusing on inventory, consumption, and supply chain management.

Highlights

Developed and supervised monthly inventory processes, accurately tracking F&B stock and optimizing inventory levels.

Determined monthly consumption by item and department, providing critical data for waste reduction and efficient resource allocation.

Managed and controlled stock levels, ensuring optimal inventory turnover and minimizing holding costs.

Monitored supply chain operations, verifying product quality and adherence to purchase order specifications to maintain cost-efficiency.

Conducted unannounced checks across sales points and managed supplier selection based on quality-price ratios, enhancing procurement effectiveness.

Fès Hôtel Sheraton
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F&B Cost Controller / Head of Purchasing

Fes, Fes, Morocco

Summary

Held dual roles overseeing F&B cost control and purchasing for a major hotel, driving efficiency in procurement and financial management.

Highlights

Led purchasing operations, including supplier selection based on quality-price ratios, significantly impacting cost efficiency and product standards.

Directed monthly inventory and consumption analysis, optimizing stock levels and identifying areas for cost reduction.

Managed comprehensive stock control and supply chain compliance, ensuring all received products met quality and order criteria.

Implemented 'Econome' functions, including F&B merchandise delivery, minimum/maximum stock management, and daily hygiene monitoring, ensuring operational excellence.

Oversaw 'Income Audit' functions, including daily sales report elaboration and reconciliation using Micros-Fidelio, ensuring financial accuracy across all revenue points.

Royal Mirage Fès Hotel
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Restaurant Service Manager

Fes, Fes, Morocco

Summary

Managed diverse restaurant operations within a prominent hotel, ensuring high service standards across international, gastronomic, and room service departments.

Highlights

Oversaw daily operations for international and gastronomic restaurants, maintaining high service quality and guest satisfaction.

Managed efficient room service operations, contributing to seamless guest experiences and timely delivery.

Supervised bar operations, ensuring inventory control and compliance with service standards.

Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering a culture of excellence in service delivery.

Contributed to operational planning and resource allocation for various F&B outlets within the hotel.

Education

Sheraton Fès Hôtel
Fes, Fes, Morocco

Certificate

Service Excellence in Restaurant

Unknown Institution, Fes
Fes, Fes, Morocco

Diploma (.DHT)

Hotel Technician in Restaurant and Management

Higher Institute of Hotel and Tourism Technology
Fes, Fes, Morocco

Diploma

Hotel and Tourism Technology

Université Moulay Ismail, Faculty of Sciences
Meknès, Meknès, Morocco

Bachelor

Sciences

Lycée IBN Khaldoun
Meknès, Meknès, Morocco

Baccalaureate

Experimental Sciences

Languages

Arabic
French
English
German

Skills

Financial Management

Cost Control, Budgeting, Inventory Management, Price Evaluation, Revenue Analysis, Financial Reporting, Bank Reconciliation, Accounting, Supplier Management, Purchasing.

Operations Management

Supply Chain Management, Stock Control, Quality Control, Procedure Implementation, Operational Audits, F&B Operations, Service Excellence.

Software & Systems

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Networking, Windows OS Installation (XP/Vista), Micros-Fidelio, OPERA.

Professional Attributes

Discipline, Punctuality, Rigor, Precision, Teamwork, Initiative, Commercial Acumen, Calmness, Patience.

Interests

Hobbies

Reading, Travel.

Sports

Football, Volleyball, Swimming.