Executive Chef

Accorhotel

Job details

  • ONSITE
  • FULL_TIME
  • Jeddah
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Verified 2026-11-10
  • Source: Accorhotel public SMARTRECRUITERS source

Original job description

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

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