JOBS & CAREERS SPRING 2018 - 100
J+C PROMOTION Create magic Join the Dorchester Collection, which owns three of the UK's most luxurious five-star hotels, and help to deliver the ultimate guest experience T he Dorchester, 45 Park Lane and Coworth Park are fivestar luxury UK hotels in the UK as part of Dorchester Collection, with a passion for excellence and outstanding guest service. The Dorchester is a favourite of celebrities, world leaders, royalty and high society. Just steps away, 45 Park Lane is London's finest contemporary hotel. Then, nestled in 240 acres of Berkshire parkland, is luxury country house hotel and spa Coworth Park. But what is it truly like to work for these hotels and be behind the scenes, crafting the magic moments our guests love? Career progress The Dorchester prides itself on having excellent career opportunities for all its employees, allowing them to grow and progress in our business. One such opportunity is the graduate scheme, known as the Ultimate Leaders Programme, which is an 18-month intensive training programme. Graduates experience three different departments within the hotel, which may be the front desk, events or one of the restaurants, such as the Promenade, which serves our award-winning afternoon tea, or our original fine-dining restaurant, the Grill. Over these 18 months, our graduates become leaders - and at the end of the programme, progress to managerial roles. We are always looking for excellent talent to join our Ultimate Leaders Programme, so if you are interested please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. Making the CUT Wolfgang Puck is a master chef whose name is synonymous with the finest in hospitality and the culinary arts. CUT at 45 Park Lane is his first restaurant and bar in Europe. It is led by executive chef David McIntyre, who always ensures his team are learning as much as they can. In 2017 alone, 17 of David's team were promoted. We are always looking for passionate chefs who want to learn from the best and work in a dynamic and busy kitchen. Our apprenticeship programme will allow for candidates to study and learn from the best in the business, so why not have a look at what we could offer you? "Throw yourself in and enjoy it!" Jack Ellisdon, sales manager, The Dorchester, 45 Park Lane and Coworth Park Having started as an intern at Coworth Park, Jack was inspired to join the Ultimate Leaders Programme. From there, he was promoted to events and has now moved to sales. What attracted you to Ultimate Leaders? At Coworth Park and Dorchester Collection, I built a lot of amazing relationships and was allowed to grow within the company - and that's what attracted me to the programme. I also believe in the company and how it could help my career. What piece of advice would you give to someone interested in becoming an "ultimate leader" themselves? Personality is key - throw yourself in and enjoy it! Don't be afraid to really show yourself and be passionate about what you do. Stay openminded to everything and be innovative. Innovation is key.