Overview
A "Toast-tab Inventory Control Specialist" is a position within a restaurant or food service establishment that utilizes the Toast-tab point-of-sale system to meticulously track and manage their inventory levels, ensuring they have the right amount of food and beverage items on hand to meet customer demand while minimizing waste and cost overages.
Key responsibilities of a Toast-tab Inventory Control Specialist might include:
Stock checks:
Regularly performing physical counts of inventory items using the Toast-tab system to compare against recorded levels and identify discrepancies. Involves lifting boxes up to 40lbs and working in a full service restaurant kitchen and food storage setting and remaining on your feet for periods of time.
Receiving orders:
Verifying incoming deliveries against purchase orders and accurately entering details into Toast-tab to update inventory records.
Accounting experience:
- Proficient in accounting principles, including GAAP and double entry bookkeeping
- Experience with general ledger accounting and reconciliation
- Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks & SAGE
- Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable processes
Inventory adjustments:
Making necessary adjustments to inventory levels in Toast-tab based on factors like damaged goods, spoilage, or transfers between locations.
Par level management:
Monitoring stock levels to ensure they are maintained within predetermined "par levels" to prevent shortages or overstocking.
Reporting and analysis:
Generating reports from Toast-tab to identify trends in inventory usage, potential cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Vendor communication:
Collaborating with suppliers to manage deliveries, pricing, and product availability.
Why is Toast-tab important for inventory control?
Real-time data:
Toast-tab provides near-instant updates on inventory levels, allowing for better decision-making regarding reordering and stock management.
Integration with POS:
Inventory levels are automatically adjusted based on sales data captured through the POS system, offering a more accurate picture of actual stock usage.
Mobile access:
Staff can use mobile devices to perform inventory checks and updates on the floor, streamlining the process.
