Position Overview
1. 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
2. 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
What you'll get
3. Complimentary nights with breakfast within Dorchester Collection
4. 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants
5. Very generous Employee Introductory Scheme offered
6. Team members' awards and incentives schemes
7. Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement
8. Uniform laundered complimentarily
9. Complimentary meals whilst on duty at our team members' restaurants
What you'll do
Stable Duties
10. Feed, hay, muck out, turn out, groom, clip, bandage, keep the stable, horses and all equipment looking immaculate at all times.
11. Exercising horses daily to prepare them for guests to ride, keeping them fit and well schooled for guests to ride safely.
Guest Interaction
12. Welcoming guests in a polite and friendly manner
13. Fitting guests with safety equipment before riding, keeping safety equipment looking clean and organised in lockers at all times.
14. Providing detailed knowledge of the area, promoting hotel services and endeavour to make the guest’s stay as memorable as possible
15. 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
16. Comply with all statutory and company health and safety, fire, bomb and security regulations
17. Ensure job required certificates are kept up to date
Flexibility
18. Along with your main duties you may be asked to complete other tasks and duties as and when necessary and reasonably required
19. You may on occasion be required to adjust your hours of work to cover the business needs
What you'll bring
20. Basic Equestrian knowledge
21. General yard work
22. Escorting rides
23. Experience in Teaching
24. Desirable that you have had work experience within a hotel environment
25. Customer Service skills
26. Ride safely without assistance
27. Computer literate
28. Good communicator
29. Warm & friendly personality
30. Positive attitude