Executive Chef

Company Description

SO/ is a coveted collection of hotels, rooted in the world of fashion. Making its stylish debut on the global hotel scene in 2011, SO/ continues to command attention with its avant-garde design and creative approach to the world of luxury

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead the culinary direction of SO/ Jeddah, creating bold dining experiences that celebrate creativity, culture, and modern luxury. You will drive culinary excellence across all venues, inspire a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional guest experiences while ensuring strong commercial and operational results

What You Will Create

• Lead the culinary vision and strategy across all restaurants, bars, events, and in-room dining experiences.
• Curate innovative, trend-driven menus that reflect the distinctive SO/ lifestyle and local culture.
• Deliver exceptional quality, creativity, and consistency across all culinary offerings.
• 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 experiences that generate buzz and drive revenue.
• Oversee kitchen operations, productivity, and service excellence across all outlets.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and profitability while maintaining premium quality standards.
• Champion food safety, hygiene, and compliance in line with brand and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef within a luxury hotel, lifestyle brand, or destination dining concept.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and developing high-performing culinary teams.
• Expertise in menu development, culinary innovation, and creating exceptional dining experiences.
• Solid financial acumen with experience managing food costs, budgets, and profitability.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and quality standards.
• Passion for culinary trends, creativity, and guest-centric experiences.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Understanding of the Saudi market, local tastes, and halal culinary requirements.
• Experience leading multi-outlet operations and high-volume dining environments.
• Pre-opening experience within luxury hospitality is highly desirable

Additional Information

What’s in it for you...

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture