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Company Description

Located adjacent to the residential tower, expert service and world-class luxury combine in the Raffles Hotel Jeddah, which is ready to welcome you and your guests at any moment. Here, the high standards, special touches, and trademark elegance of the Raffles brand are the ultimate compliment to the charm and beauty of a stay in Jeddah.

Company Description

Located adjacent to the residential tower, expert service and world-class luxury combine in the Raffles Hotel Jeddah, which is ready to welcome you and your guests at any moment. Here, the high standards, special touches, and trademark elegance of the Raffles brand are the ultimate compliment to the charm and beauty of a stay in Jeddah.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Banquet/Catering & Event Manager to join our team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of banquet and catering operations, ensuring exceptional service and memorable experiences for our guests.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of events, including weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings
• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring profitability while meeting client expectations
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and create customized event proposals
• Design and implement innovative menu concepts in partnership with the culinary team
• Supervise and train banquet and catering staff to maintain high standards of service
• Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction
• Manage inventory, equipment, and supplies for banquet and catering operations
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company policies
• Handle client inquiries, concerns, and feedback in a professional and timely manner
• Analyze event performance and implement improvements to enhance overall operations
• Stay current with industry trends and incorporate new ideas into event offerings
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in banquet/catering management or similar role
• Proven track record in event planning and execution
• Strong leadership and staff management skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in budget management and financial reporting
• Expertise in menu planning and food and beverage trends
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in MS Office and event management software
• Food Safety Certification
• Knowledge of Saudi Arabian customs and traditions
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are highly desirable
  
  

• Being a Raffles employee means embodying and conveying the brand and the company mindset through our Heartiest service culture.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Hospitality

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Operations Manager for the Neom Region will oversee all operational functions to ensure high levels of client satisfaction and operational effectiveness. This will be accomplished through leading and developing the team to deliver consistent and successful projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Department and Project Managers to ensure all support functions (HR, Quality, Finance, Procurement) align with business needs.
• Conduct regular team meetings to identify and resolve any issues or gaps.
• Manage profitability by effectively controlling food costs, labor costs, and overheads, in line with the agreed service scope.
• Develop the annual financial plan for the region.
• Create and implement strategies for continuous improvement to meet business objectives.
• Expand and diversify revenue streams to minimize reliance on a limited customer base.
• Maintain client relationships through regular interactions, addressing any concerns promptly to protect project profitability.
• Identify and rectify weaknesses in client contracts and relationships, implementing improvement measures as necessary.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure client expectations align with contractual terms and initiate corrective actions when needed.
• Establish quality monitoring systems to gauge customer satisfaction, identify growth opportunities, and ensure compliance with contracts
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process for operational staff.
• Set performance goals and track targets for team members.
• Foster an experienced and effective team to support long-term project success.
• Encourage cross-training among employees, recognizing and developing high performers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Hospitality/Catering Management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in the GCC region.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic is preferred.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to excellence and passion for the role.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with various departments to resolve issues
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Capability to work independently and manage multiple tasks/projects.
• Excellent time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial analysis.

Core Skills:

• Leadership and team development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Financial management and budgeting expertise.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and compliance standards.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

Client Satisfaction:

• Maintain a client satisfaction rating of 95% or higher, as measured by quarterly surveys.
• Achieve zero client complaints escalated to management.

Operational Efficiency:

• Deliver budgeted profitability through effective cost management.
• Achieve zero non-conformance reports from audits.

Team Management:

• Retain a skilled and engaged team with an annual turnover rate of less than 10%.
• Ensure all team members meet or exceed their performance targets.

Continuous Improvement:

• Implement at least 3 process improvement initiatives annually that positively impact efficiency or client satisfaction.

Health, Safety, and Compliance:

• Achieve zero reportable incidents per health and safety metrics.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.

Financial Management:

• Meet the objectives of the annual financial plan.

20k SR per month Max
Candidates must be currently based in Saudi.

An exciting position has arisen to work for a large catering organisation in Saudi as their Procurement Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for the following:

1. Vendor management
2. Vendor negotiation
3. Contract management and design
4. Cost negotiation
5. Building relationships with suppliers
6. Management of the purchasing officers
7. Report management information regarding cost
8. Strategic sourcing
9. Buying
10. Visiting the suppliers and assessing them
11. Dealing with the purchasing of perishable goods

Candidates must be currently based in Saudi. You will ideally be from a food service background, hotel background, or catering service background. You will have contacts within the field regarding the supply of food and perishable goods. The following qualifications are essential:

1. Excellent communicator
2. Solid negotiator with cost
3. Solid vendor management background
4. Experience of reporting on Excel and Word
5. Comfortable dealing with senior management
6. Excellent English skills
7. Able to transfer visas within Saudi

Based in the UAE, we are a boutique consultancy specialising in executive search and recruitment for organisations across the Middle East. Our global reach, combined with unrivalled local knowledge and prime location, makes us the number one choice for employers looking to fill 'mission critical' roles in the region.

The cornerstone of our business proposition is our complete immersion in the international markets in which we operate, which allows us to provide our clients with absolute attention, professionalism, and delivery every time. With a track record of success throughout the GCC, we are uniquely positioned to provide a solution to your staffing needs.

Job Description - CATERING SUPERVISOR (ACC000A0)

Description

The Catering Supervisor will supervise a team of staff, ensuring efficient management to meet targets and assist with the delegation of day-to-day responsibilities to the Catering team, producing and delivering a high-quality and cost-effective food service.

1. Support the House Manager to ensure staff are meeting customer needs and booking demands while maintaining high levels of catering provision within budget.
2. Operate and control food-related services, providing interesting and innovative menus.
3. Monitor the quality of food, portion control, and preparation for dietary provisions and delivery of food service.
4. Maintain high levels of record keeping, such as ordering supplies and monitoring stock control to establish accuracy of costs within budget.
5. Ensure a high level of cleanliness in accordance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations, reporting defects and breakdowns correctly, and assisting the House Manager with statutory risk assessments.
6. Identify staff performance and development related to catering and domestic requirements.
7. Take an active role in service development, including attending meetings, minute-taking, assisting in service marketing strategy, and undertaking necessary training.
8. Undertake other duties appropriate to the House Manager role, which may include weekend responsibilities.

Job Description - Coordinator Catering Banquet (ACC000B6)

Description

Catering provides clerical support to managers who coordinate food service workers. These employees complete duties such as supervising daily operations, handling customer issues, finding ways to ensure customer satisfaction, preparing payroll, and managing inventories. A well-written resume sample for Catering Administrative Assistant should concentrate on skills like knowledge of catering services, problem solving, customer service, attention to details, teamwork, and being able to work under pressure. Catering management training is often seen on Catering Administrative Assistant resumes.

• Deliver an administration function with a flexible team to support a variety of tasks
• Lead and motivate the team
• Provide assistance to site budget control
• Implement site service or process improvement initiatives
• Manage and develop a team of administrators
• Ensure continuous improvement of the administration service through continuous personal development and training
• Provide administration and accounting services where required
• Ensure management of any deficiencies or surpluses on cash takings, floats or stocks
• Perform clerical and administrative duties to support the day-to-day operations of the Catering Manager
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
• Schedule and maintain in-house meetings and meeting space blocking
• Conduct site inspections and hotel tours for visitors, clients and vendors
• Effectively handle incoming inquiries through walk-ins, phone and email
• Create banquet event orders with event details and proposals/contracts for potential clients
• Type correspondence, memos, and meeting minutes
• Create signage, readerboard, and advertisement flyers for events in the hotel; update and redesign menus
• Manage all social media accounts
• Handle email inquiries
• Take minutes
• Manage diary and arrange appointments, book meeting rooms and conference facilities
• General office management such as ordering stationary
• Organize travel and accommodation for staff and customers
• Arrange both internal and external events

Job Description - CATERING SUPERVISOR (ACC000AM)

Job Description

CATERING SUPERVISOR - ( ACC000AM )

Description

supervising a team of staff and ensuring staff are managed efficiently and meet targets to assist with the delegation of day-to-day responsibilities to the Catering team, to produce and deliver

a high quality and cost-effective service of food.

• Support the House Manager to ensure staff are meeting customer needs, booking demands and maintain high levels of catering provision to budget.
• Operate and control food related service, providing interesting and innovative menus.
• Monitor the quality of food, portion control and preparation for dietary provisions and delivery of food service.
• Maintain high levels of record keeping e.g. ordering supplies in and monitor stock control to establish accuracy of costs are within budget
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness in accordance with food hygiene health and safety regulations, ensure defects and breakdowns are reported correctly and assist the House Manager with statutory risk assessments.
• Monitor stock control and ordering records to establish accuracy of costs are within budget
• Identify staff performance and development related to catering and domestic requirements.
• Take an active role in service development, including attending meetings, minute taking assisting in service marketing strategy and undertake training deemed necessary.
• To undertake other duties appropriate to the House Manager role, which may include weekend,

evening and Bank Holiday working.

Work Locations : ACC-A110038-CATERING FOR SHIBH AL JAZIRA – QIDDIYA Allied Contracting Catering Company Riyadh

Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading coffee brand based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as Events & Catering Manager will be responsible for organizing innovative catering events that enhance customer experience, strengthen brand identity, and drive revenue growth through strategic catering and event management.

Key Accountabilities

The role includes:

• Design and implement catering events based on client needs and objectives, creating memorable culinary experiences for target audiences.
• Prepare detailed plans for each catering event including menu planning, budget allocation, timelines, and required task management.
• Communicate and coordinate with food suppliers, vendors, and catering partners to ensure provision of necessary resources and services.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and evaluations after catering events to improve future performance and outcomes.
• Coordinate with marketing team to promote catering services and maximize bookings and client engagement.
• Organize innovative catering events that aim to enhance customer experience and attract target audiences.
• Create opportunities to promote company identity and values through customized catering experiences and food presentations.
• Develop strategic partnerships with external catering entities and suppliers to support events and increase their impact and reach.
• Design profit-generating catering events that contribute to achieving the company's financial objectives and revenue targets.
• Manage catering logistics including menu selection, food preparation coordination, service staff management, and on-site execution.
• Monitor catering event performance metrics and analyze client feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure brand consistency and food quality standards across all catering services and client touchpoints.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in catering management, food service, or hospitality industry
• Strong client relationship building and management skills
• Effective department management and leadership capabilities
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proven team management and coordination abilities
• Experience in budget management and cost control for catering operations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities in food service environments
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and health standards
• Proficiency in catering management software and project management tools
• Knowledge of vendor management and contract negotiation with food suppliers
• Understanding of culinary trends and dietary requirements
• Experience in menu planning and food presentation

Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading coffee brand based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as Events & Catering Manager will be responsible for organizing innovative catering events that enhance customer experience, strengthen brand identity, and drive revenue growth through strategic catering and event management.

Key Accountabilities

The role includes:

• Design and implement catering events based on client needs and objectives, creating memorable culinary experiences for target audiences.
• Prepare detailed plans for each catering event including menu planning, budget allocation, timelines, and required task management.
• Communicate and coordinate with food suppliers, vendors, and catering partners to ensure provision of necessary resources and services.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and evaluations after catering events to improve future performance and outcomes.
• Coordinate with marketing team to promote catering services and maximize bookings and client engagement.
• Organize innovative catering events that aim to enhance customer experience and attract target audiences.
• Create opportunities to promote company identity and values through customized catering experiences and food presentations.
• Develop strategic partnerships with external catering entities and suppliers to support events and increase their impact and reach.
• Design profit-generating catering events that contribute to achieving the company's financial objectives and revenue targets.
• Manage catering logistics including menu selection, food preparation coordination, service staff management, and on-site execution.
• Monitor catering event performance metrics and analyze client feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure brand consistency and food quality standards across all catering services and client touchpoints.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Event Management, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in catering management, food service, or hospitality industry
• Strong client relationship building and management skills
• Effective department management and leadership capabilities
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proven team management and coordination abilities
• Experience in budget management and cost control for catering operations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities in food service environments
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and health standards
• Proficiency in catering management software and project management tools
• Knowledge of vendor management and contract negotiation with food suppliers
• Understanding of culinary trends and dietary requirements
• Experience in menu planning and food presentation

Our client, an international industrial firm headquartered in Europe, seeks an experienced Construction Manager to lead a Mega Dam Construction Project in Saudi Arabia. If you’re passionate about managing complex construction endeavors and contributing to critical infrastructure, this role might be a perfect fit for you!

Role Overview:

As the Construction Manager, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the dam construction project is executed successfully. You’ll work closely with project stakeholders, engineers, and contractors to deliver the project on time, within budget, and according to specified requirements. Key aspects of the role include:

1. Project Delivery: Oversee the entire construction process, from planning to execution, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
2. Budget and Timeline Management: Monitor project costs and schedules, making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines and financial targets.
3. Expertise in Dam Construction: Leverage your extensive experience in dam construction projects to drive successful outcomes.

Team Leadership: Manage a team of professionals, including contractors, engineers, and laborers.

Years of Experience and Industry Background:

1. Minimum 20 years overall experience
2. Minimum 10 years as a Construction Manager
3. Completed a full cycle of Dam construction projects (experience is a must)
4. Minimum 15 years in construction companies

Project Experience Background:

Your expertise should cover the following Construction types:

1. Cantilever Construction
2. Rockfill Construction
3. BOW structures / Bottom of Wall Construction
4. Knoll spillways construction
5. Foundation and Elevation
6. Excavation

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent

If you’re ready to take on this challenging and impactful role, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of critical infrastructure!