Director General

Confidential; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A major player in the food industry seeks a Director General for their food sector in Saudi Arabia. The role entails overseeing all operations, financial performance, and ensuring quality standards across restaurants and cafes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, proven senior management experience in the food or hospitality sector, and strong leadership and financial acumen. This position is vital for driving operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior management role within the food, restaurant, café, or hospitality sector.
• Solid financial acumen and experience managing P&L.
• Experience working in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all business operations across food, restaurant, and café activities.
• Develop and execute business strategies aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, revenue growth, and profitability.
• Ensure operational efficiency, quality standards, and customer satisfaction across all outlets.
• Monitor market trends and competition to support business development.

Skills

Strong leadership

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Understanding of multi-site operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Director General Food Sector

Job Purpose

The General Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the overall operations, growth, and performance of the company within the food sector, including restaurants, cafs, and related food businesses. The role focuses on driving operational excellence, financial performance, brand consistency, and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all business operations across food, restaurant, and caf activities.
• Develop and execute business strategies aligned with the company's vision and objectives.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, revenue growth, and profitability.
• Ensure operational efficiency, quality standards, and customer satisfaction across all outlets.
• Work closely with department heads (Operations, Finance, HR, Marketing, Supply Chain) to ensure alignment and performance.
• Monitor market trends, competition, and customer preferences to support business development.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, health and safety standards, and food industry requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and service quality.
• Represent the company in key meetings with partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Proven experience in a senior management role within the food, restaurant, caf, or hospitality sector.
• Strong understanding of multi-site operations and business management.
• Solid financial acumen and experience managing P&L.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.