Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Purchasing Assistant / Officer is responsible for managing the procurement process of supplies and services necessary for the restaurant's daily operations. This role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, overseeing inventory management, ensuring quality control, managing budgets, and maintaining supplier relationships to support operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and Supplier Management: Identify and source reliable suppliers for food ingredients, beverages, kitchen equipment, and restaurant supplies. Research and evaluate potential vendors based on price, quality, reliability, and service. Maintain a supplier database and establish preferred supplier agreements where beneficial.
• Purchasing and Negotiation: Obtain competitive price quotations and negotiate terms and contracts with suppliers to ensure cost‑effective purchasing. Place purchase orders based on...