5 hospitality jobs in Saudi: Vacancies at NEOM, Boutique Group, Raffles and more

Saudi Arabia’s hospitality industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, creating exciting career opportunities across the Kingdom.

In Riyadh, The Red Palace, Boutique Group is hiring a director of rooms to oversee front-of-house and housekeeping operations, drive revenue, and enhance guest satisfaction. Also in Riyadh, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Boracay is seeking a Wedding and social events manager to design bespoke events, manage budgets, and boost bookings through targeted strategies.

Meanwhile, NEOM in Tabuk is looking for a community events coordinator to organise events, engage with residents, and manage outreach activities, enhancing the community experience.

In Jeddah, Prime Hotels is seeking an executive chef to lead kitchen operations, develop innovative menus, and maintain high culinary standards and Raffles Hotels & Resorts is recruiting a PR manager to enhance brand visibility and strengthen media relations.

As Saudi Arabia’s hospitality landscape evolves, these roles highlight the growing demand for skilled professionals ready to shape the future of the Kingdom’s luxury hospitality market.

Director of rooms, The Red Palace, Boutique Group (Riyadh)

Reporting to the managing director, the role involves ensuring the highest standards of service, operational efficiency, and financial performance. Key responsibilities include managing daily operations in front of house and housekeeping, developing strategies to maximize room revenue and guest satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards. The director will also monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), implement cost-control measures, and lead a team of department heads to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management with proven experience in a luxury hotel setting. Strong leadership, financial acumen, and interpersonal skills are essential. Fluency in English is required; Arabic and local market experience are a plus.

Community events coordinator SMP, NEOM (Tabuk)

The role involves planning and executing events, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing resident engagement to improve livability. Key responsibilities include developing and coordinating community events, managing outreach activities, and liaising with internal teams (retail, housing, transportation, and food services) to ensure smooth operations. The coordinator will work closely with schools and social groups, handle event logistics, and oversee participant safety. Financial reporting, promoting events, and maintaining high service standards are also core aspects of the role.

The ideal candidate holds a university degree with at least three years of experience in event management. Strong communication and customer service skills, technical knowledge of event equipment, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential.

Wedding and social events manager, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Boracay (Riyadh)

Key responsibilities include building strong client relationships, designing bespoke events, coordinating with vendors and internal teams, and overseeing flawless event execution. The manager will also identify new business opportunities, manage budgets, and lead targeted marketing campaigns to drive bookings and revenue. Managing the events team, training staff, and fostering a culture of excellence are also key aspects of the role.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in event planning and sales within the hospitality industry. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to create tailored experiences and exceed client expectations.

Executive chef, Prime Hotels (Jeddah)

Prime Hotels is seeking an executive chef to lead daily kitchen operations and drive culinary excellence. The role involves creating innovative dishes for the hot section, live stations, and catering events, covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Key responsibilities include developing and overseeing menus, managing kitchen finances, ensuring food quality, and training junior staff. The chef will also be responsible for maintaining high standards in food preparation, presentation, and service while fostering a positive and efficient kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has proven experience as an executive chef in the hospitality industry, with strong leadership, financial management, and creative culinary skills. A background in menu creation, team training, and catering preparation is essential. This is a full-time, on-site position in Jeddah, offering an opportunity to shape the culinary experience at Prime Hotels.

PR manager, Raffles Hotels & Resorts (Jeddah)

Key responsibilities of this role include developing and executing comprehensive PR strategies, managing relationships with media and influencers, creating press releases and media kits, and coordinating press events and interviews. The PR manager will oversee crisis communication strategies, monitor media coverage, and collaborate with marketing and social media teams to ensure consistent messaging. Additional duties include securing speaking opportunities and award nominations for executives and managing the PR budget effectively.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations or communications with proven experience in brand and lifestyle marketing. Strong media contacts, bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic, and experience in the Saudi market are essential. Excellent writing, analytical, and organizational skills, along with experience in the F&B industry, are preferred.