Director of Food & Beverage

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 dynamic and visionary Director of Food & Beverage to lead the culinary and dining experience at SO/ Jeddah. You will shape distinctive concepts, create buzz-worthy experiences, drive commercial performance, and bring the bold, creative spirit of SO/ to life across every restaurant, bar, and social space. What You Will Create • Lead and elevate all Food & Beverage experiences across the hotel. • Drive revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction through innovative concepts and experiences. • Partner with the Executive Chef to curate trend-driven menus that reflect the SO/ lifestyle. • Build strong relationships with guests, VIPs, partners, and the local community. • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue teams to create demand-driving activations and events. • Oversee financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. • Champion exceptional service standards and memorable guest experiences. • Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing F&B team. • Drive creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement across all outlets. • Ensure compliance with brand standards, operational excellence, and health & safety requirements. Qualifications • 8+ years of Food & Beverage leadership experience within luxury hospitality or lifestyle brands. • Proven success leading large-scale F&B operations and delivering strong commercial results. • Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management. • Passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and trend-driven concepts. • Experience leading, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams. • Strong understanding of luxury service standards and guest engagement. • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Strategic thinker with a creative and commercially driven mindset. • Knowledge of food safety regulations and operational best practices. • Experience in the Saudi Arabian market is highly desirable. • Pre-opening experience and familiarity with the local lifestyle and dining scene are a plus. • Proficiency in hotel, POS, and F&B management systems. 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

Lead and elevate all Food & Beverage experiences across the hotel. Drive revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction through innovative concepts and experiences. Partner with the Executive Chef to curate trend-driven menus that reflect the SO/ lifestyle. Build strong relationships with guests, VIPs, partners, and the local community. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue teams to create demand-driving activations and events. Oversee financial performance, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Champion exceptional service standards and memorable guest experiences. Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing F&B team. Drive creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement across all outlets. Ensure compliance with brand standards, operational excellence, and health & safety requirements.