Food and Beverage Purchaser at Westgate Resorts

Kissimmee, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Ordering, Inventory Control, Cost Control, Vendor Management, Pricing Negotiation, Purchase Order Creation, Inventory Reporting, Food Safety Regulations, Product Quality Assurance, Stock Rotation, Procurement Processes, Usage Trend Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Communication, Attention To Detail

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort offers you an incredible opportunity to meet and share stories with guests from around the world who come to experience Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks and attractions. Enjoy the excitement and surroundings of our world-class resort, featuring award-winning attractions and restaurants. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company. Job Description The Food & Beverage Purchaser is responsible for sourcing, ordering, and managing all food, beverage, and supply products needed to support the operation of restaurants, bars, cafeterias, outdoor outlets, banquet services, and retail locations. This role ensures accurate purchasing, cost control, inventory accuracy, vendor compliance, and timely delivery of products. The Purchaser works closely with Culinary, F&B Management, Warehouse/Receiving, and Accounting to support operational excellence, maintain product quality, and uphold budgetary goals. Source, order, and replenish food, beverage, chemical, paper goods, and operational supplies based on outlet needs and par levels. Maintain vendor, distributor, and supplier communication and relationships, negotiate pricing, and evaluate purchasing options to ensure quality and cost efficiency. Create purchase orders, verify quantities, monitor order status, and resolve order discrepancies. Ensure all purchases meet company standards, menu specifications, and quality expectations. Review inventory reports, stock levels, usage patterns, and waste trends to determine accurate ordering quantities. Monitor food and beverage costs, align purchasing with budget expectations, and recommend cost-saving opportunities. Coordinate with Receiving and Warehouse teams to ensure accurate and timely deliveries. Verify product quality, expiration dates, packaging integrity, and compliance with specifications upon arrival. Report damaged goods, shortages, or quality issues to vendors and request credits or replacements. Ensure proper storage standards, rotation practices (FIFO), and temperature compliance support. Evaluate vendor performance, reliability, pricing, and product consistency. Collaborate with Chefs, Managers, and Outlet Supervisors to understand product needs, menu revisions, and operational requirements. Prepare purchasing reports, cost analyses, receiving logs, and documentation for Accounting. Support special events, banquets, and peak seasons by coordinating additional product needs in advance. Adhere to food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and proper handling guidelines for purchased products. Ensure compliance with alcohol purchasing laws, distributor requirements, and internal alcohol control policies. Maintain accurate records for audit purposes, including invoices, purchase orders, and credits. Other duties as assigned. To excel in this role, you must embody our core values of integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment. Qualifications 3-5 years of relevant experience in purchasing and inventory control or related field, with demonstrated ability to order supplies and keep cost control. High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Strong understanding of procurement processes, cost control, and inventory management. Ability to analyze usage trends, par levels, and financial reports to support accurate ordering. Knowledge of food specifications, beverage products, and quality standards. Familiarity with restaurant, bar, deli, cafeteria, coffee shop, retail, and banquet operations. Understanding of food safety regulations, storage requirements, product handling, and expiration management. Proficiency with purchasing software, POS inventory modules, and Microsoft Excel. Strong communication skills for coordinating with vendors, leadership, and internal teams. Ability to negotiate pricing, resolve discrepancies, and maintain professional vendor relationships. Close attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple orders, deadlines, and priorities. Ability to quickly identify supply issues, shortages, or product inconsistencies and take corrective action. Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and support audits. Westgate Resorts is a Smoke and Tobacco-Free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States Additional Information Why Westgate? Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal Paid Holidays 401K with generous company match Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance Wellness Programs Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Assistance Military Leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance Pet Insurance Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.) Advancement & development opportunities Community Involvement Programs Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying. This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Property: 45803-WG VacationVillas Resort Career Site Category: Food & Beverage

Responsibilities

The Food & Beverage Purchaser is responsible for sourcing, ordering, and managing all food, beverage, and supply products for various outlets, ensuring accurate purchasing, cost control, and timely delivery. This role involves maintaining vendor relationships, verifying product quality upon arrival, and coordinating closely with Culinary, F&B Management, Warehouse, and Accounting teams to uphold operational excellence and budgetary goals.