Park Kitchen | Adam Robinson, Bar Manager
           
Adam's career in the service industry began in his native upstate New York. While attending Ithaca College for Film & Television Production he began waiting tables at a local restaurant.  Before long, he found himself behind the stoves as a line cook. In 2004, an opportunity to move to NYC arose, and after a final stint on the line, Adam decided kitchen work was not for him.  Yet at this point, his passion for the service industry was deep rooted. Not wanting to turn his back on what he truly enjoyed, he took a job bartending at the Surf Bar, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. He quickly proved his virtuosity in his new position at this charming seafood restaurant by immersing himself in their impressive repertoire of classic cocktails. It was here that he first realized that his true calling was working behind the bar.

In 2008, Adam began working full time at Momofuku Ssäm Bar, one of Chef David Chang's award winning East Village restaurants. He was soon working with bar manager Don Lee as lead bartender, helping to launch Ssäm Bar's new cocktail program. Here he honed his craft by creating original cocktails as well as executing an impressive array of classic cocktails. It was at Ssäm Bar that Adam's love for working with spirits and cocktails became fully realized. However, the hustle and bustle of New York City made Adam long for a change of pace. After much consideration, and a convincing trip to Portland, Adam knew he would fit right in to the passionate and thriving restaurant community. Adam is thrilled to join the team at Park Kitchen and continue the tradition of those before him. Adam now draws his energy from Portland’s thriving spirit scene and the seemingly endless supply of freshly foraged produce that comes into Park Kitchen. His cocktail list at Park Kitchen showcases his extraordinary palette through thoughtfully unique libations as well as precisely executed classic cocktails.