My Story

II’m C.J. Adkins, owner and operator of Flint Hills Catering. I’ve spent more than 32 years as an Executive Chef and most of my life working in the foodservice industry. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work across nearly every area of the culinary arts, building a broad range of experience and a genuine appreciation for good food done well.

I’m a self-taught center-of-the-plate specialist with a particular passion for meats and proteins. From familiar Midwest favorites to cuts that require a little more skill and creativity, I’ve worked with just about every kind of protein you’ll find in this part of the country. I believe great food doesn’t have to be complicated. It starts with quality ingredients, solid technique, and knowing how to bring out the best in what you’re serving.

When I’m not in the kitchen, you’ll usually find me spending time with my wife and four children or out putting some miles on my bike. Cycling and gravel riding are two of my favorite ways to get outside, recharge, and work up an appetite for whatever’s cooking next.