Saudi Arabia’s $800 billion tourism expansion is creating a historic hotel hiring boom! With NEOM, Red Sea Project, and Qiddiya driving demand for 315,000+ new hotel rooms, global brands like IHG, Accor, and Hilton are offering tax-free salaries up to SAR 25,000, free housing, and family visas. Dive into Saudi Arabia’s golden era of hospitality careers!
1. Hotel Jobs in Saudi Arabia
Build Your Career in the Heart of Arabia’s Tourism Revolution
Featured Employers:
- IHG Hotels & Resorts: 139+ roles across Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, voco® 34
- Accor: 247+ openings with Fairmont, Raffles, Sofitel, Rixos 6
- Hilton: 45+ positions from luxury resorts to city hotels 10
Salary Range: SAR 3,500–25,000/month (tax-free) + service charge
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent (98% of roles) 6
Top Locations: Riyadh (70+ jobs), Jeddah (27+), AlUla (6+), Red Sea Project 6
2. Top Employers & Locations
Where the Opportunities Are
| Hotel Brand | Vacancies | Key Roles | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accor (Fairmont/Raffles) | 127+ | Director of Finance (SAR 25k), Lifeguard Supervisor, HVAC Tech | Red Sea, Riyadh, AlUla 6 |
| IHG | 139+ | Front Desk Agent, Sales Manager, IT Supervisor | Madinah, Jeddah, Al Khobar 34 |
| Hilton | 45+ | Reception Supervisor, Marketing Manager, Chef de Cuisine | Riyadh, Jeddah, KAEC 10 |
Pre-Opening Alert: Fairmont Red Sea, Sofitel Riyadh, Regent Jeddah hiring 300+ staff 6.
3. Job Requirements
Saudi Arabia’s Hospitality Standards
Education & Experience:
- Entry-Level: High school diploma + 1 year experience (e.g., Receptionist, Driver)Â 410
- Management: Degree + 3–5 years (e.g., Director of Sales, Assistant Front Office Manager) 6
- Specialized Roles: Certifications (e.g., HVAC Technician, Lifeguard Supervisor)Â 6
Critical Skills:
- Language: Fluent English (Arabic mandatory for guest-facing roles)Â 4
- Nationality Preferences: Saudis prioritized for front desk, reservations, government relations 46
- Visa: Transferable work permit or employer-sponsored iqama
4. Job Responsibilities
*Your Role in Saudi’s 5-Star Hospitality*
- Guest Services: VIP check-ins, cultural concierge for Arab guests, Halal compliance oversight 6
- Sales & Events: Pitch NEOM business packages, manage FIFA pilgrim groups 6
- Engineering: Maintain HVAC systems (Red Sea projects), carpentry for luxury villas 6
- Finance: Manage accounts payable, tax-free payroll, service charge distribution 6
5. Why Apply?
💎 High-CPC Keywords = High Rewards!
- Tax-Free SAR 25,000 for Directors (Finance/Sales) + SAR 5k service charge 6
- Free Housing & Transport: Staff compounds in Riyadh/Jeddah with family zones 6
- Giga-Project Perks: Work at NEOM, Red Sea, Diriyah Gate – future tourism capitals
- Career Growth: Accor’s “Grow Your Path” upskilling; IHG leadership programs 63
6. How to Apply
Deadlines: August 10–25, 2025
Application Methods:
- IHG Roles:
- Apply online: IHG Careers Portal 3
- Email: Specific to property (e.g., Crowne Plaza Madinah:Â careers.madinah@ihg.com)
- Accor/Fairmont:
- Submit via:Â Accor Global Careers
- Pre-opening roles: Email redsea.careers@accor.com 6
- Hilton:
- LinkedIn applications: Hilton Saudi Jobs 10
Required Documents:
- Updated CV (PDF)
- Passport copy
- COVID-19 vaccination record 6
- Experience certificates
Walk-in Interviews:
- Riyadh: Sofitel Convention Centre
- Jeddah: Rixos Obhur Resort
7. Disclaimer
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