Food & Beverage Analyst (Casper, WY)
Casper, WY
Position Summary:
The Food and Beverage Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support strategic decision-making across menu development, pricing, procurement, inventory management, and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support
- Coordinate daily food and beverage operations to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Assist in scheduling programs and tracking implementation.
- Support the implementation of standard operating procedures and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Inventory & Ordering
- Monitor inventory levels of food, beverages, and supplies.
- Prepare purchase orders and communicate with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
- Reconcile deliveries with invoices and maintain accurate records.
- Administrative Duties
- Maintain organized records, reports, and documentation related to operations.
- Process invoices and track expenses.
- Respond to inquiries from guests, employees, and internal teams.
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Gather, analyze, and interpret sales, cost, and inventory data.
- Prepare regular reports highlighting trends, variances, and actionable insights.
- Evaluate performance of menu items, promotions, and supplier agreements.
- Menu & Pricing Support
- Conduct profitability analyses on food and beverage offerings and recommend adjustments to optimize margins.
- Benchmark pricing against competitors and market trends.
- Support menu improvement by identifying best-selling and underperforming items.
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Analyze inventory turnover rates and suggest improvements in ordering practices.
- Monitor food and beverage costs to ensure alignment with budgeted targets.
- Identify and report on areas of waste or inefficiency.
- Customer Insights & Market Research
- Evaluate guest feedback, sales patterns, and demographic data to inform menu improvement.
- Research emerging trends in the food and beverage industry.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 2–4 years of experience in financial analysis, business analytics, or a similar role (preferably in hospitality or food service).
- 1-3 years of experience in food and beverage operations, catering, or event coordination.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and point-of-sale or inventory software.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with restaurant point-of-sale (POS) data and inventory management systems.
- Knowledge of menu engineering and costing methodologies.
- Familiarity with procurement practices in food and beverage.
- Experience coordinating and implementing programs in a multi-location business
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Familiarity of budgeting and cost control principles.
Work Environment:
- Office-based role with occasional visits to restaurant or food service locations.
- Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and cross-functional collaboration.
Reports To:
Food & Beverage Finance Manager or Director of Operations
Salary range:
$50,000 - $60,000/annually
Location:
Casper, WY