Equestrian Apprentice

Equestrian Apprentice focuses on 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.

What the role involves

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Confirmed role details

• Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement.
• Undertake an apprenticeship with a local learning provider, to ascertain an equestrian related qualification, in line with the apprenticeship levy guidelines.
• Comply with all statutory and company health and safety, fire, bomb and security regulations.
• Ensure job required certificates are kept up to date.

Additional role context

• 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.
• Complimentary nights with breakfast within Dorchester Collection.
• 50% F&B discount at selected restaurants.