Portrait of Jess Shadbolt
i. Biography
Coming Up
Training at Ballymaloe Cookery School gave Jess Shadbolt the base that shows up in the work: control, clean sourcing, and a close read on how a dish should land. From there, The River Café in London and New York shaped the line of a career built around polished but practical cooking. Today, that line is visible in two New York kitchens. Jess is co-founder and owner of King (since 2016), and chef and co-founder of Jupiter (since 2022).
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Where They Are Now
At King in New York City, Jess Shadbolt works as co-owner and chef, holding the kitchen to the same exacting standard that defines the room. At Jupiter in New York City, Jess Shadbolt is co-founder and chef, bringing the same attention to balance and restraint to a second New York address.
Signature
Panisse sits inside Jess Shadbolt’s signature set: a dish that points to a cook who understands texture, structure, and the value of doing one thing cleanly.
FAQ
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What is Jess Shadbolt's current role?
As of 2026, Jess Shadbolt is Co-owner and Chef.
Where did Jess Shadbolt train or study?
Jess Shadbolt trained at Ballymaloe Cookery School.
What recognition has Jess Shadbolt received?
Included in Food & Wine's list of the best new chefs in the United States (2018).
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