Cluster Executive Chef – NEOM Catering Project | Saudi Arabia

Job Description

Are you a visionary culinary leader with cruise ship or large-scale catering experience? Step into a senior-level opportunity at one of the most transformative projects in the world – NEOM. This role oversees multiple high-volume catering operations, providing top-tier food experiences across various locations in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

This is not a hotel or restaurant role. You’ll be leading in a central production kitchen and remote site catering model, delivering consistent excellence to thousands of daily diners—mirroring the complexity and logistical demands of cruise line operations.

Location: NEOM – Tabuk Province, Northwest Saudi Arabia

This position is based in one of the world’s largest and most ambitious infrastructure projects, with responsibility for multi-site catering operations across remote workforce hubs and central kitchens.

Starting date: As soon as possible

Contract type: 1 year +

Requirements

What You’ll Do

1. Lead and mentor Executive Chefs across various NEOM sites
2. Develop menus and systems that guarantee consistency, quality, and profitability
3. Drive food safety, HACCP compliance, and operational excellence
4. Collaborate on budget, staffing, and supply chain with the Project Manager
5. Champion innovation and sustainable practices in large-scale food production

You Bring

1. Cruise ship or multinational catering experience
2. 10–15 years in culinary operations, including team leadership
3. Culinary degree + strong multi-cuisine background
4. Proven track record in volume production, HACCP, cost control
5. Fluent English + 3rd party English certification required

Benefits

Salary: 20,000 to 22,000 SAR per month or EU 4,950-5,450 per month or USD 5,330-5,860 per month

Perks:

• Company provided accommodation & meals
• Full transport within Saudi Arabia
• Medical insurance & visa support
• Paid leave as per Saudi law