Executive Sous Chef

ob Description Lead all Culinary operations and drive departmental excellence. Develop and manage the departmental team, budget, and operational SOPs. Ensure delivery of FAENA luxury service standards. Partner with the GM and Executive Committee on hotel-wide strategy. Manage compliance with Saudi regulations and FAENA brand standards. Lead pre-opening setup and team development for the department. Build cross-departmental collaboration for seamless guest experiences. Monitor KPIs, guest feedback, and operational performance metrics. Develop and execute talent development and succession planning programs. Represent the department in Executive Committee meetings. Qualifications Minimum 8 years in hospitality with at least 3 years at Director level in Culinary. Pre-opening experience in a luxury hotel is strongly preferred. Relevant degree or professional qualification. Experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is a significant advantage. Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage. SKILLS: Strong leadership and strategic management capabilities. Deep operational expertise in the relevant field. Financial management and budget control skills. Excellent communicator and business partner. Passion for luxury hospitality and the FAENA brand ethos. 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 We are much more than a world leader. We are 240,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,100 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making “Feel Welcome” resonate as the finest hotel promise.

Minimum 8 years in hospitality with at least 3 years at Director level in Culinary. Pre-opening experience in a luxury hotel is strongly preferred. Relevant degree or professional qualification. Experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is a significant advantage. Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage. SKILLS: Strong leadership and strategic management capabilities. Deep operational expertise in the relevant field. Financial management and budget control skills. Excellent communicator and business partner. Passion for luxury hospitality and the FAENA brand ethos.