Chef Adam’s passion for food started early — growing up, he raced mountain bikes and quickly recognized the power of food as fuel.  
 
With years of experience under his belt, including working in restaurants and earning his culinary degree and a bachelor’s degree in restaurant management, Adam now serves as our Grand Rapids-based Executive Chef, designing delicious deli programs, crafting in-store recipes, helping to develop new products for our OwnBrands, and so much more! 
 
In this role, he has gained a deep understanding of how shoppers’ taste preferences vary by region and the importance of balancing classic, well-loved ingredients with today’s evolving food trends. 
 
Adam shares that, through his career at SpartanNash, he has been able to make a positive difference by always striving to find better, more thoughtful ingredients that are good for us and good for the community — whether it’s sourcing locally or partnering with local brands. 
 
One of the most rewarding parts of his career is seeing the programs he creates come to life after months of research and development. Adam also loves hearing from our shoppers, stating, “the most valuable insights come directly from our shoppers,” noting that all feedback is meaningful and fuels his passion for creating quality dishes everyone can enjoy. 
 
Outside of work, he enjoys camping, gardening, cycling, running, and spending time with his family. 
 
Check out some of Adam’s favorite products including rotisserie chicken from the deli, Fresh & Finest Street Corn Dip, and Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad!