Director of Culinary

Country/Region

Saudi Arabia

Province/City

Shura Island

Location

Rosewood Red Sea

Department

Food & Beverage - Culinary

Job Type

Full-time Permanent

Overview

The Director of Culinary for Rosewood Red Sea, located along Saudi Arabia’s pristine west coast, is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations across the resort’s restaurants, bars, banquets, and in-room dining. This role drives the creation of innovative, sustainable, and culturally inspired culinary experiences that align with Rosewood’s ultra-luxury standards and Red Sea Global’s regenerative tourism vision. The Director will lead a culinary team to deliver exceptional dining, ensuring guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and compliance with brand and local standards in a dynamic, environmentally conscious destination.

Responsibilities

• Observance of all health standards and the installation of health standards as it relates to food production with 95% score by health department.
• Effective management of labor costs in relation to business needs and trends.
• Control of all variable line items relating to food production budget.

• Bachelor’s degree in culinary arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field; advanced culinary certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in culinary management, with at least 4 years in a leadership role within a luxury hotel or resort.
• Proven ability to lead diverse culinary teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills to inspire creativity and collaboration.
• Deep knowledge of global culinary trends, sustainable cooking practices, and luxury dining, with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences.
• Experience sourcing sustainable ingredients and implementing eco-conscious culinary practices, preferably in luxury or environmentally sensitive destinations.
• Proficiency in budgeting, inventory management, and kitchen operations, with a focus on profitability and efficiency.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic or other languages is an advantage.

Located along Saudi Arabia's west coast on the Shura Island, the new Rosewood hotel and residences will be part of The Red Sea destination. Poised to be one of Saudi Arabia's top cultural and lifestyle hubs, the development is comprised of a stunning marina offering a yacht club, commercial retail and dining options, as well as an 18-hole championship golf course. The development will boast 149 guest rooms and suites, alongside elevated dining offerings including three restaurants, two lounges, a signature Manor Club and a central hub featuring authentic eateries. Additional recreational spaces will include event pavilions and Asaya, Rosewood's integrative well-being concept consisting of seven treatment rooms, a gym, two movement studios and a yoga pavilion.