Bio

Jack Rowbottom, hailing from East London, is a passionate pitmaster and founder of Jack's Meat Shack, a dedicated BBQ school located in Suffolk, UK. His fascination with outdoor cooking began in his teens, where he and his friends would barbecue together, pooling their money to buy food and cook regardless of the weather. ​

Over the years, Jack transformed his backyard passion into a full-fledged barbecue venture. He now represents several leading brands in the BBQ and outdoor cooking world. In addition to running his BBQ school, Jack has authored a cookbook packed with recipes that have shaped his life. ​

Through social media, Jack has built a thriving community of fellow barbecue lovers, sharing mouth-watering recipes, cooking tips, and behind-the-scenes moments from the BBQ world. Whether it’s Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok, he loves engaging with his followers, answering questions, and showing that anyone can master the grill with a bit of patience and a lot of fire. ​

Jack's journey from backyard enthusiast to professional pitmaster showcases his dedication to the art of barbecue and his commitment to sharing that passion with others.

Jacks Meat Shack

​Jack's Meat Shack BBQ School, founded by pitmaster and self-taught chef Jack Rowbottom, is a dedicated barbecue school located in Suffolk, UK. Jack's passion for outdoor cooking evolved from a backyard hobby into a full-fledged culinary venture, leading him to establish the BBQ school. ​

The school offers a variety of hands-on classes tailored to different skill levels, from beginners to seasoned grill enthusiasts. Participants learn diverse grilling techniques, meat preparation, and the art of live-fire cooking. The curriculum includes specialized courses such as the Generation Grill Cooking Class, designed to bring families together through the joy of barbecuing. ​

Jack's Meat Shack BBQ School collaborates with leading barbecue and outdoor cooking brands, including (insert alternative BBQ brand name here) and of course Flamery. These partnerships ensure that attendees experience a range of high-quality equipment and grilling methods. ​

In addition to the BBQ school, Jack has authored a cookbook that reflects his journey and passion for grilling. He also engages with a thriving community of barbecue enthusiasts through social media platforms, sharing recipes, cooking tips, and insights from the BBQ world. ​

Jacks Meat Shack