Brand Manager (Café Brand)

Rgheeb is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team and lead efforts in expanding our client base and market presence. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, and developing comprehensive strategies to drive growth. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a strong understanding of the market dynamics, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. If you are passionate about fostering business partnerships and have a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply to be a part of our mission to deliver exceptional value to our clients. Responsibilities Develop and implement business development strategies to achieve company growth objectives. contribute to the food and beverage sector, particularly in a Lebanese restaurant Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and outreach. Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships. Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to align strategies and promote service offerings. Conduct market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape. Prepare and present proposals to prospective clients, highlighting the value of our services. Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies to ensure targets are met. Identify growth and expansion opportunities, whether through opening new branches, forming strategic partnerships, launching new products, or targeting new customer segments. Study the local market and competitors, and provide analytical reports to senior management. Propose and manage marketing campaigns and events that enhance brand positioning. Develop improvement plans for products and services in collaboration with the chef and operations management. Negotiate with potential investors and partners, and prepare presentations and initial contracts. Monitor and analyze customer experiences and provide ongoing development recommendations. Requirements Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or in a similar role. proven experience working in a dine-in setting at a Lebanese restaurant Strong knowledge of business development strategies and the sales process. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret market data. Proficient in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

Qiddiya Investment Company is searching for an Expert in Security Operations to join our dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your extensive knowledge and experience in security operations to enhance the safety and security of our investments and facilities. You will be responsible for developing sophisticated security strategies, managing complex security operations, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in threat assessment, emergency response, and security technology implementation, contributing significantly to Qiddiya’s mission of delivering exceptional entertainment and cultural experiences. Key Responsibilities Assist the Security and Resilience Team in achieving short-term and long-term goals. Contribute to developing operational security solutions for Qiddiya. Help create and implement security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines. Oversee daily security operations at Qiddiya while on duty. Support the Associate Director of Security Operations in auditing third-party security providers for compliance, escalating issues to the Director of Security Operations, or as appropriate. Assume the Security Operations SILVER role as needed. Aid in managing incident response planning for security incidents, crises, and evacuations. Support the security operations team in ensuring resources are available to meet critical milestones. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates and address concerns. Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to mitigate security risks. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for security operations. Mentor and guide team members in security operations. Understand the role of your line manager and deputize as required. Train your subordinate to deputize for you when necessary. Provide additional support to the Associate Director of Security Operations as needed. Oversee the operation of security technology systems, including surveillance cameras, access control, and alarm systems. Collaborate with local law enforcement and other relevant agencies to facilitate security measures and response plans. Monitor and analyze security data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Prepare detailed reports on security incidents and provide recommendations for operational improvements. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Minimum of 9-12 years of experience in security operations or related fields, with a strong record in leadership roles. In-depth knowledge of security operations principles, practices, and technologies. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically under pressure. Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor and develop team members. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with diverse groups. Experience in project management and the ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously. Relevant security certifications (e.g., Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), etc.) are preferred.

Rgheeb is in search of an innovative and talented Lebanese Cuisine Executive Chef to lead our culinary team and craft exceptional dining experiences that celebrate the rich flavors and traditions of Lebanese cuisine. In this prestigious role, you will be responsible for menu creation, kitchen management, staff training, and ensuring the highest quality of food preparation and presentation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Lebanese cooking, a strong understanding of kitchen operations, and a passion for culinary excellence. If you are a creative chef with the ability to inspire others and elevate our restaurant offerings, we invite you to join our team and make a significant impact on our dining experience. Responsibilities Develop and regularly update the menu (Menu Engineering) based on demand analysis and market trends. Oversee the preparation and presentation of dishes to ensure high quality and consistent standards across all branches. Train chefs and kitchen staff on cooking techniques, hygiene, and food safety standards. Collaborate with management to reduce waste and control ingredient costs without compromising quality. Innovate new dishes inspired by Lebanese cuisine to refresh the customer experience. Ensure full compliance with the standards of the Food and Drug Authority and other relevant regulatory bodies. Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, safety, and hygiene standards are met. Manage kitchen staff by providing training, mentorship, and leadership to foster a creative and efficient work environment. Collaborate with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients and maintain inventory. Develop and manage food budgets, monitor food costs, and adjust as necessary to achieve profitability. Ensure consistency and quality in food preparation and presentation across all dishes served. Stay updated with culinary trends and adapt the menu to meet customer preferences and seasonal availability. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment. Requirements Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior culinary role, with a strong focus on Lebanese cuisine minimum 5 years preferred. Strong knowledge of traditional Lebanese dishes, ingredients, and cooking techniques. Exceptional culinary creativity and presentation skills. Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Food safety certification and knowledge of kitchen safety protocols. Culinary degree or equivalent culinary training is preferred. Food safety certification issued or recognized by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) or equivalent, along with solid knowledge of kitchen safety protocols.

Job Title: Brand Manager Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Salary: SAR 35,000 per month Benefits: Medical Insurance, Annual Flight Ticket, Live-out Arrangement About the Role: An iconic, internationally renowned all-day dining café brand—celebrated for its creative dishes, vibrant atmosphere, and dedication to wholesome, beautifully presented food—is seeking an experienced BrandManager to lead its flagship operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is ideal for a dynamic hospitality professional who excels in driving operational excellence, leading high-performing teams, and maintaining exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the daily operations of the café, ensuring smooth execution of service and kitchen standards. Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team, including Front of House, Back of House, and supervisory staff. Drive operational efficiency while upholding the brand’s renowned standards of presentation, food quality, and guest satisfaction. Monitor and analyze financial performance, including cost control, budgeting, and revenue growth. Implement and maintain brand guidelines and operational procedures across all areas. Ensure compliance with local health, safety, and hygiene regulations. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic initiatives, marketing activations, and customer engagement programs. Recruit, train, and retain high-caliber team members, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture. Manage inventory and supplier relationships to guarantee product availability and quality. Oversee maintenance and upkeep of the café premises to ensure a welcoming, safe, and aesthetically pleasing environment. Requirements Qualifications & Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Brand Manager or similar senior leadership role within high-end cafés, all-day dining, or premium casual dining concepts. Strong understanding of food & beverage operations, financial management, and team leadership. Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and innovative culinary offerings. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven track record in managing high-volume, fast-paced environments. Knowledge of Saudi Arabian market and local labor regulations is highly desirable. Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are an advantage. Benefits What We Offer: Competitive monthly salary of SAR 35,000. Comprehensive medical insurance coverage. Annual flight ticket to home country. Live-out accommodation arrangement, allowing flexibility and independence. Opportunity to be part of a globally celebrated brand with strong growth plans in the region. Dynamic, supportive, and creative working environment. We appreciate your interest in applying for this vacancy. Due to the high number of applications we receive, only candidates selected to move to the next stage of the recruitment process can be contacted.

Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia’s future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture — a 360 km² mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we’re creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project — it’s a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we’re hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you’re driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up — Qiddiya is calling As part of its development of Qiddiya City, Qiddiya Investment Company (“QIC”) will be developing residential communities, retail destinations, office precincts, hospitality & F&B offerings, entertainment venues, staff accommodation, educational, medical, sports & cultural arenas & stadiums (F1, tennis, golf, equestrian, motor sports, aquatics etc.), theme parks and e-gaming concepts in standalone or mixed-use environments.   The Senior Director, Asset Management – Staff Accommodation will lead a team and collaborate with other internal and external professionals to optimize the performance of the assets, minimizing risk within the QIC corporate framework and Qiddiya City objectives. The immediate focus will be the Staff Accommodation assets coming to market by 2026.   The Staff Accommodation portfolio encompasses assets under Asset Management’s remit for housing the employees of theme parks, hotels, Qiddiya and others associated companies and includes retail, leisure, entertainment and F&B assets. The portfolio will grow substantially over the next five years. By 2030 it is planned to be ~13,000 units with up to ~42,000+ units planned for the city by 2050.   Their accountabilities include: a)    Responsible for the pre-opening, leasing opening and stabilization of assets within their portfolio b)    Leading operational readiness for the first Staff Accommodation (1867 rooms) asset scheduled for opening Q3 2026. c)     Ensuring the Staff Accommodation assets and portfolio delivers on Qiddiya City’s vision to be a world class destination city which is home to the most innovative and immersive experiences. d)    Achieving optimum financial and technical performance for each asset and the overall portfolio, contributing positively to the target return on investment and achieving long-term sustainable return e)    Delivering QIC’s ESG vision and commitments for Staff Accommodation assets f)      Maximizing the value of their QIC Staff Accommodation portfolio.   §  Assist in developing and implementing the Asset Management Framework for Staff Accommodation assets in Qiddiya including setting, monitoring and periodically refining a Staff Accommodation Asset Management Strategy (“AMS”). §  Assist in designing the Asset Management Staff Accommodation team structure and implement hiring in accordance with the AMS. §  Have input into and implement Qiddiya Asset Management operational policies, standards and KPI’s for Staff Accommodation assets. §  Manage the negotiation and execution of all leases, contracts, service agreements in conjunction with the Qiddiya Strategy and Development teams. §  Ensure the Staff Accommodation department is adequately resourced to accept handover and management of all assets upon completion §  Manage the asset handover, onboarding of all operators/tenants and the pre-opening activities, budgets, business plans etc. for all Staff Accommodation assets in conjunction with the Qiddiya Development team, Property Management etc. §  Develop strategic relationships with all operators, tenants and service providers. §  In conjunction with the Asset Management – Facility Management team, develop and implement a Staff Accommodation ESG Strategy for Qiddiya Asset Management which is aligned with the Qiddiya City approved ESG commitments. §  Oversee all asset and portfolio reporting to the Executive Director of Asset Management to: o  Continually monitor and analyze asset and portfolio performance and risk across all target KPI’s o  Develop and implement strategic responses to performance to ensure targets are consistently and reliably met or exceeded o  Analyzing asset operations, business plans, capital investments, sales & marketing plans and strategic alternatives o  Formulate and make recommendations for short and long-term strategic asset plans o  Research and remain close to all markets affecting the Staff Accommodation and specifically the markets in which the assets are situated, including supply and demand changes and trends o  Examine and monitor the operating performance of the assets to ensure the return on investment in each asset is maximized o  Meet with operator, property management and tenant executive teams to review monthly & quarterly operating performance, annual business plans and longer-term strategic plans o  Proactively identify and resolve ownership issues to maintain the integrity of the assets o  Ensure the effective deployment of capital by working with the operator / tenant teams and third-party technical services consultants to execute and monitor each asset’s short and long-term capital plans o  Prepare investment summaries & make recommendations for major CAPEX expenditures o  Monitor and analyze return on investment for the assets as well as profit improving projects, either implemented or proposed o  Identify value enhancement opportunities within the portfolio o  Provide input to monthly, quarterly and annual internal reports to the Executive Committee for all assets in the Staff Accommodation portfolio §  Engage and collaborate with other Asset Class leads to optimize overall Qiddiya customer experience, extract operating initiatives and synergies and asset performance including event management, security, transportation, marketing and communications, packages and pricing etc. §  Involvement in other asset sectors as required by the dynamic nature of the QIC §  Other tasks as required Requirements §  Degree educated within the fields of Real Estate, Business, or related field §  Asset pre-opening and operations experience §  Relevant Staff Accommodation certifications and industry memberships/affiliations §  10+ years of real estate Asset Management focused on Staff Accommodation assets §  8+ years in a leadership position §  International experience including prior experience within MENA (preferred)

Qiddiya Investment Company is searching for an Expert in Security Operations to join our dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your extensive knowledge and experience in security operations to enhance the safety and security of our investments and facilities. You will be responsible for developing sophisticated security strategies, managing complex security operations, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in threat assessment, emergency response, and security technology implementation, contributing significantly to Qiddiya’s mission of delivering exceptional entertainment and cultural experiences. Key Responsibilities Assist the Security and Resilience Team in achieving short-term and long-term goals. Contribute to developing operational security solutions for Qiddiya. Help create and implement security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines. Oversee daily security operations at Qiddiya while on duty. Support the Associate Director of Security Operations in auditing third-party security providers for compliance, escalating issues to the Director of Security Operations, or as appropriate. Assume the Security Operations SILVER role as needed. Aid in managing incident response planning for security incidents, crises, and evacuations. Support the security operations team in ensuring resources are available to meet critical milestones. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates and address concerns. Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to mitigate security risks. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for security operations. Mentor and guide team members in security operations. Understand the role of your line manager and deputize as required. Train your subordinate to deputize for you when necessary. Provide additional support to the Associate Director of Security Operations as needed. Oversee the operation of security technology systems, including surveillance cameras, access control, and alarm systems. Collaborate with local law enforcement and other relevant agencies to facilitate security measures and response plans. Monitor and analyze security data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Prepare detailed reports on security incidents and provide recommendations for operational improvements. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Minimum of 9-12 years of experience in security operations or related fields, with a strong record in leadership roles. In-depth knowledge of security operations principles, practices, and technologies. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically under pressure. Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor and develop team members. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with diverse groups. Experience in project management and the ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously. Relevant security certifications (e.g., Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), etc.) are preferred.