R.j Burger

Experienced stock and distribution manager with a strong background in overseeing inventory control, staff supervision, and logistics management. Adept at streamlining stock receiving processes, ensuring accurate weekly stock takes, and enhancing distribution efficiency to meet demanding business objectives. Motivated professional with solid sales experience in hydraulics and backup power supplies, combined with hands-on expertise as a driver and team leader.

Skilled at fostering teamwork, maintaining client satisfaction, and delivering results in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Restaurant Manager / procurement / accounts - Flyerz pub and grill - Benoni

(2025-08 - 2026-02)

• Managed inventory control and stock replenishment to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize waste in a busy restaurant environment.
• Conducted weekly stock takes and audits to maintain accurate inventory records and prevent stock discrepancies.
• Oversaw the safe and efficient transportation of goods as a driver, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety regulations.
• Supervised and coordinated distribution logistics, ensuring timely delivery and receipt of supplies to maintain restaurant operations.
• Coordinated with kitchen and bar staff to forecast inventory needs and reduce overstock and shortages.
• Conducted weekly stock takes and reconciliations to maintain accurate inventory records and reduce discrepancies.
• Operated as a delivery driver to support efficient distribution and logistics operations, ensuring on-time deliveries.
• Managed and optimized stock levels across multiple departments, including bar and kitchen, to ensure continuous supply and minimize wastage.
• Collaborated with procurement and accounts teams to align stock management with financial and operational goals.
• Managed creditor and debtor accounts to ensure timely invoice processing and accurate financial record keeping within restaurant procurement.

Restaurant MANAGER - Capellos Kempton park temporarily - Kempton

(2025-01 - 2025-07)

• Managed inventory control processes to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
• Supervised and coordinated distribution team activities to optimize delivery schedules and logistics.
• Directed receiving operations, including quality checks and stock documentation, to maintain supply chain efficiency.
• Coordinated bar stock receiving and replenishment to support restaurant operations.
• Supervised restaurant staff to maintain high standards of customer service and operational efficiency.

Manager Chef cooking Barman Waiter Cash ups Day end sales Event planning - Oppistasie

(2024-04 - 2024-12)

• Led a multifunctional team performing managerial, culinary, and bar service duties, ensuring seamless operations across event planning and food and beverage service.
• Planned and coordinated events, overseeing logistics, staff assignments, and customer service to deliver successful and memorable experiences.
• Managed kitchen operations as a chef, preparing quality meals while supervising food safety and hygiene standards.

Stock controller/ Bar Receiving stock Manager /Driver / Supervising staff Distribution Manager / Stock controlling Receiving Manager Weekly stock takes Driver/d - Villa Bianca - Caggie Holdings - Croydon

(2016-08 - 2024-02)

• Stock controller
• Bar Receiving stock Manager
• Driver
• Supervising staff
• Distribution Manager
• Stock controlling
• Receiving Manager
• Weekly stock takes
• Debtors
• Creditors
• Managed and optimized stock levels to ensure continuous supply and minimize wastage in a busy bar and distribution environment.
• Conducted weekly stock takes and reconciled stock discrepancies to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Oversaw debtor and creditor accounts, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions and balance sheet maintenance.
• Operated as a driver to support distribution logistics, delivering stock efficiently and on schedule.

Sales - Cage Engineering

(2015-06 - 2016-07)

• Sales on Hydraulics
• Backup power supplies
• Negotiated and closed sales deals on hydraulic equipment, contributing to revenue growth.
• Provided technical product knowledge and support to clients to drive sales and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with the distribution team to ensure timely delivery and availability of hydraulic products.

Stock controller / Manager Receiving of stock Block man Recons Supervising staff Buffet Manager Barman - Mad platter

(2013-09 - 2015-05)

• Stock controller
• Manager Receiving of stock
• Block man
• Recons
• Supervising staff
• Buffet Manager
• Barman
• Coordinated stock receiving operations ensuring accurate documentation and timely processing of deliveries.
• Performed regular inventory reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
• Managed buffet operations including stock preparation, presentation, and replenishment to meet customer service standards.

Supervisor Receiving of stock Recons Cash ups - Wiesenhoff absa towers

(2012-01 - 2013-08)

• Supervisor
• Receiving of stock
• Recons
• Cash ups
• Coordinated and supervised all stock receiving activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Managed and supervised cash handling processes including daily cash ups to ensure accountability and accuracy.
• Trained and guided receiving and stock control staff to maintain high standards of operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Liaised with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery and receipt of stock.

Barman Receiving of stock Recons Cash ups - Havard Cafe rand airport

(2009-01 - 2011-12)

• Barman
• Receiving of stock
• Recons
• Cash ups
• Managed stock intake and verified accuracy during receiving processes to maintain inventory integrity.
• Conducted daily cash ups to ensure accurate cash handling and financial reporting.

Barman stock controller - Villa bianca - Croydon

(2009-08 - 2013-07)

• Managed bar inventory and controlled stock levels to reduce wastage and improve profitability.
• Supervised receiving operations, ensuring accurate logging and storage of all bar stock deliveries.
• Conducted weekly stock takes and reconciled inventory discrepancies to maintain precise stock records.
• Managed debtor and creditor accounts, maintaining balanced financial records and generating balance sheets.
• Coordinated distribution logistics, including driving duties, to ensure timely supply to bar outlets.

Matric grade 12 - Breinlyn (2001-01 - 2001-12)