Equestrian Assistant

• To work as part of the Equestrian team to provide the highest level of care and presentation of the horses and unprecedented service levels to our clients.
• To be an integral part of creating an Equestrian establishment with the best reputation in the hotel and equine industries with loyal clients who book regularly.
• Feed, hay, muck out, turn out, groom, clip, bandage, keep the stable, horses and all equipment looking immaculate at all times.
• Exercising horses daily to prepare them for guests to ride, keeping them fit and well schooled for guests to ride safely.

Guest Interaction

• Welcoming guests in a polite and friendly manner.
• Fitting guests with safety equipment before riding, keeping safety equipment looking clean and organised in lockers at all times.
• Providing detailed knowledge of the area, promoting hotel services and endeavour to make the guest\’s stay as memorable as possible.
• Teaching guests of the hotel and local clients on our ponies and horses with knowledge, enthusiasm and care for safety at all times.

Health & Safety

• Comply with all statutory and company health and safety, fire, bomb and security regulations.
• Ensure job required certificates are kept up to date.

Flexibility

• Along with your main duties you may be asked to complete other tasks and duties as and when necessary and reasonably required.
• You may on occasion be required to adjust your hours of work to cover the business needs.

Desirable

• Work experience within a hotel environment.
• Customer Service skills.
• Ride safely without assistance.
• Computer literate.
• Good communicator.
• Warm & friendly personality.
• Positive attitude.

Our Hotels

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programmes you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience. Treasured by guests. Cherished by employees. Celebrated worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email careers.dc@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process. Please note that we will not be able to respond to individual enquiries about update.

Benefits

• Complimentary nights with breakfast within Dorchester Collection.
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants.
• Very generous Employee Introductory Scheme offered.
• Team members\’ awards and incentives schemes.
• Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement.
• Uniform laundered complimentary.
• Complimentary meals whilst on duty at our team members\’ restaurants.