Executive Chef - Luxury Hotel

About the role

SO/ is a luxury hotel collection rooted in fashion, and it is looking for a visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary direction of SO/ Jeddah. The chef will drive culinary excellence across all venues, inspire a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences while delivering strong commercial and operational results.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the culinary vision and strategy across restaurants, bars, events and in-room dining.
• Create innovative, trend-driven menus reflecting the SO/ lifestyle and local culture.
• Inspire, mentor and develop a world-class culinary team.
• Drive culinary innovation by staying ahead of dining trends and guest preferences.
• Partner with Food & Beverage leadership to create memorable, revenue-driving experiences.
• Oversee kitchen operations, productivity and service across all outlets.
• Manage food costs, inventory and profitability while keeping premium quality standards.
• Champion food safety, hygiene and compliance with brand and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a luxury hotel, lifestyle brand or destination dining concept.
• Strong leadership skills and a track record of building culinary teams.
• Experience leading multi-outlet operations and high-volume dining environments.
• Understanding of the Saudi market, local tastes and halal culinary requirements.
• Pre-opening experience in luxury hospitality is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Menu development and culinary innovation.
• Food cost control, budget management and profitability.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP and quality standards.
• Communication and stakeholder management.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and healthcare.
• Opportunities to progress and learn within a global family of brands.
• A relaxed, innovative culture with learning opportunities.