Chef Corey Baker

Chef Corey Baker, a Denver native, is a seasoned sushi master with over two decades of experience in the world of Japanese cuisine. His career includes the opening of fifteen sushi restaurants in Denver, and recently, Chef Corey lent his expertise to high-profile consulting projects, where he successfully launched notable venues like Boozehounds in Palm Springs, Izakaya Cabin in Crested Butte, and Madame Ushi in Aspen.

Kumoya embodies Chef Corey's culinary aspirations—a place where boundaries are consistently pushed, and where there is freedom to work with the freshest seafood in the world and access to the finest quality Japanese and Coloradoan produce. His reputation is built on meticulous technique, an innate ability to anticipate diners' wishes at the sushi counter, and a passion for pushing culinary limits.
"Being from Denver and personally opening fifteen Japanese restaurants, I understand that experience and community are at the heart of culinary excellence," Chef Baker remarks. "At Kumoya, we are committed to continually redefining hospitality, infusing every guest's experience with our unwavering passion, love, and meticulous attention to detail."