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Roles at Dakota Manchester Airport

Be part of our next chapter. Explore exciting career opportunities at Dakota Manchester Airport and discover where your talent can take you.

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Starting Your Journey At Dakota

From your interview to your onboarding we take the time to understand your skills, expertise and ambitions so we can work together to develop your personal pathway to success.

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What is Dakota Academy?

Our Dakota Academy hub is designed to train and develop our rising stars across all areas of the business, from induction to leadership. We're here to support your career ambitions.

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Core Values At Dakota Hotels

Sell it like a movie

We sell it as a lifestyle. It is not just a hotel; it is so much more.

Know Your Lines

Words are giants, and they’re a key part of who we are. Our brand is old-school hospitality delivered with your personality.

COMMUNICATE WITH EACH OTHER

Gauge and engage. When communication stops, problems start.

BE ENTHUSIASTIC

Knowledge is power but enthusiasm flicks the switch. Enjoy yourself – smiling is contagious.

BE Your Best Self

We liked you, we hired you, so be yourself. An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.

What our people have to say

"Working at Dakota has been the highlight of my career. I’ve learnt so much and value the opportunity to work with such inspiring colleagues every day."

Lily Shepherd-Foode

Group Head of Marketing & PR

" Dakota has given me the the tools and support I need in order to grow myself as a leader – we have the opportunity to be creative everyday and deliver amazing experiences for our guests."

Sam Karle

Executive Head Chef & Group Development

" I enjoy working for Dakota because of the endless opportunities that have allowed me to excel throughout my career in an industry that I have fallen in love with."

Natasha Davison

Hotel Manager, Dakota Eurocentral

" There is a genuine interest in personal development throughout the business. Since joining Dakota there have been countless growth opportunities offered to me."

Kieran Docherty

Hotel Manager, Dakota Edinburgh

" There was always a team to support me in my early career and now I am incredibly proud to be a part of that mentoring team: watching our next Dakota generation develop!"

Alistair Young

Deputy Operations Manager, Dakota Leeds