A world away from the stereotypically terrifying head chef, Cedric runs his busy kitchen with calm authority and a side order of sports fanaticism. He is yet to lose his temper, despite multiple provocations.

After 23 years in the UK, Benoit considers himself an honorary Londoner but he stubbornly refuses to drop his French accent! A frustrated performer, Ben is only ever allowed to sing in the shower.

Full of joy and positivity, Aga is renowned for her colourful clothing, amazing shoes, and can-do attitude. Unflappable and cheerful, Aga can pull off the most complicated event with poise, serenity, and a huge smile.

A keen cyclist and traveller, Clement’s dream holiday would be a gourmet trip through Europe by bicycle. He is famed for his ability to carry on eating long after everyone else has finished. In fact, it’s not unusual for him to order a second main course. Followed by pudding. Best keep pedalling Clement!

Dovile attributes her zen-like calm to dog ownership and regular yoga practice. She is currently perfecting her handstand but has not yet managed to persuade her canine companions to progress beyond Downward Dog.

Jaunita is Queen of the Caribbean Carnival and has travelled the world in search of the best calypso, soca and limbo. A keen charity runner, she learnt the hard way that flip flops were not designed for jogging in.

Doyen of sugar, spice and all things nice, our pastry chef Antoine is a movie buff and literary lover. When out of the kitchen you can find him listening to heavy metal or taking on a DIY project.

Ex tennis pro, Jorge, may have hung up his racket, but secretly knows that he could still beat any member of the team with both hands tied behind his back. Passionate about most things (but particularly about Real Madrid), Jorge still keeps himself fit and refuses to let anything sugary pass his lips.

Fran rules the roost backstage and is the largely unseen presence that keeps everything at Swan running smoothly. Occasionally grumpy, obsessively tidy, and highly organised, he is the yin to the yang of the onstage players, bringing balance and order to the team.