- Location
- 53 Park Lane, Mayfair (View map)London W1K 1QAUK
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Food & Beverage Service
- Industry
- Luxury Hospitality & Experiential Travel
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About Dorchester Collection
Dorchester Collection operates hotels including The Dorchester in London, Hôtel Plaza Athénée and Le Meurice in Paris, and The Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles County. Its properties hire across rooms, restaurants, kitchens, engineering and guest services.
Dorchester Collection’s Food and Beverage Graduate Programme offers 12-month or extended 18-month operational rotations across its UK hotels, with leadership mentoring, training and development, and progression to a supervisory role. Graduates completing the programme move into a full-time permanent position at one of three hotels; accommodation support is provided for the extended programme.
Role & Responsibilities
- Complete either a 12-month programme with two six-month operational rotations in the rooms divisions, or an 18-month programme with two nine-month operational rotations across town and country hotels.
- Create individual guest experiences through a vibrant personality and expertise, providing informed recommendations that enhance each guest’s stay.
- Build connections with the Senior Leadership team through Executive Committee mentorship, networking, support and guidance.
- Work with the Learning and Development team through regular one-to-ones, training and workshops to develop the skills to lead and motivate teams in delivering an exceptional guest experience.
- Participate in taskforce opportunities across Dorchester Collection and at events such as Chelsea Flower Show and Royal Ascot.
- Attend learning sessions in Finance and Revenue, including budgeting and profit and loss, Sales, People and Culture, the Corporate Office and guest experience.
- Work on industry and development projects, including individual and business-focused projects.
- Travel to Switzerland to receive a Global Management Certificate in Leading and Embracing Organizational Change from Swiss Education Group.
- Progress from an operational frontline role to a supervisory role and graduate into a full-time permanent position at one of the three hotels.
Qualifications
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- A keen passion for growing and developing within hospitality.
- Respect for colleagues and guests.
- A strong customer service ethic.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Benefits
Complimentary annual stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection hotels; 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants; Friends and Family stay discounts; discounts at high street and online shops; enrolment in the Aviva Private Pension scheme from day one, with an 8% employer contribution; seasonal ticket loan; rental deposit scheme; private financial advice; eye care vouchers; access to apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5; social events; a £1,000 referral bonus; immediate wellbeing advice; and accommodation support for the extended 18-month programme.
Culture
Each hotel has its own kitchens, service teams and history. In Paris, for example, a sommelier at Le Relais Plaza works at Hôtel Plaza Athénée, while the pastry team at Le Meurice prepares work for a different house.
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