Alan Swinson - F&B Director at Macdonald Hotels

There are few better examples of the potential for success in the hospitality Industry, than that shown by Alan Swinson, Food and Beverage Director of Macdonald Hotels. In this truly inspiring and candid interview Alan describes the humble origins of his career, how success came from focusing on bite sized goals, and how with drive and energy he has progressed from a kitchen porter at the age of 15 to now  running an international team of 500 chefs with an annual budget of £10m's.

Not many industries allow for such realisation of dreams!