Which three words would you use to describe yourself?
Big, bald and easily-distracted.

What did you want to be when you grew up?
A spaceman, a cricketer, a rugby player, a footballer, a racing car driver, an Oscar-winning actor – and a chef!

What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality?
I’m a big believer that food brings people together in a space where they can enjoy not just the flavours, but the company they’re with. I don’t go in for that ‘temple of gastronomy’ thing – I just want people to have a nice time, and that includes the warmth of hospitality.

What would you choose for your last meal?
Fish and chips with a can of Lilt.

Which three words would you use to describe yourself?
Lucky, humble and naughty.

What did you want to be when you grew up?
Olivia Newton John

What is your philosophy of hospitality?
Everyone should leave feeling like they just had a hug.

What makes a great pub?
Lovely beer, wine, food and service.

What would you choose for your last meal?
Staffordshire Oat Cakes with Bacon and Cheese.

Which three words would you use to describe yourself?
Honest, friendly and fair.

What did you want to be when you grew up?
An air hostess, a biotechnologist or a jobless traveller. I failed at all three!

What is your philosophy of hospitality?
If you love it, it will give you back every effort that you put in and every hour that you have worked for. There’s a huge sense of achievement at the end of every day. Your colleagues can become your friends and family. It’s a way of life.

What makes a great pub?
A good landlord, a good pint, good customers and smiley, down-to-earth staff.

Which three words would you use to describe yourself?
Ten years ago I would have said speed, agility and good looks, now I would say handsome and chubby!

What did you want to be when you grew up?
Forensic Scientist.

What is your philosophy when it comes to food and hospitality?
Focus on top quality produce, using the best of the best and treating it with love and patience.

What makes a great pub?
A great pub should be like your front room at home.

What would you choose for your last meal?
Lasagne!