Kerby Craig, a celebrated Sydney chef and the founder of the successful burger chain Ume, died unexpectedly on June 9, 2022 at the age of 38.
Kerby Craig died tragically only days before the 10th anniversary of his Japanese fusion burger company, Ume.
He had worked in Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK and Canada before returning home to dominate the local cuisine scene.
Who Was Chef Kerby Craig From Ume Burger?
Chef Kerby Craig is a well-known chef and the founder of the popular Japanese fusion brand Ume burger.
He was a successful Sydney chef who worked in Michelin-starred restaurants across the UK and Canada. He ran a popular burger chain with locations throughout the city.
He began his career at the age of 15 when he dropped out of school and began working for renowned Japanese-Australian chef Tetsuya Wakuda.
Craig returned to Sydney after spending time in London developing his craft and landing a job as head chef at Koi in Woolwich, where he wore six hats.
He later added a seventh hat, his first as chef and owner, with Ume.
Kerby established Sydney’s greatest fast-casual Japanese burger restaurant, creating a living legacy that tens of thousands of foodies have experienced and enjoyed.
It will continue to do so across two iconic venues with a future vision we aim to execute.
Chef Kerby Craig Wife: Who Is He Married To?
Kerby Craig has not announced his marital status to the public. After being convicted guilty of beating his girlfriend in a ‘jealous rage,’ he overturned the conviction.
He insisted that she hand over her phone and accused her of having an affair when she refused.
Craig’s lawyers blamed the one-time offense on Covid’s enormous pressure and the subsequent economic crisis.
Craig had ‘grabbed a kitchen knife and threatened self-harm’ just moments before the incident, according to the court.
Chef Kerby Craig Net Worth
Kerby Craig’s net worth is of interest to many netizens as he was a well-known celebrity chef in Sydney and Canada.
As he began his career from a young age he might have earned a good fortune.
Kerby worked tirelessly to create Ume what it is today, offering people joy and excitement via wonderful food.
Kerby expressed his thanks for the help he received in realizing his lifelong passion as Ume approached its tenth anniversary.
Chef Kerby Craig Death Cause – How Did He Died?
Kerby Craig, the founder of the Japanese Ume Burger, died at the age of 38. However, the cause of his death has not yet been revealed.
On social media, many people have paid tribute to Chef Kerby. His family and friends are devastated by the news of his passing.
He began as a teenage trainee cook at Tetsuya’s and later assisted Koi in earning a hat in The Good Food Guide after periods in Sydney and abroad.