Jose Carlos Sierra Garcia Recognized as Commended Complex Executive Sous Chef of the Year at Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2025
Le Méridien Dubai's Culinary Leader Honored for Global Expertise and Innovation.
The Middle East culinary community has celebrated the achievements of Jose Carlos Sierra Garcia, Complex Executive Sous Chef at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel, who received the Commended Award for Executive Sous Chef of the Year at the prestigious Middle East Chef Excellence Awards 2025. This recognition highlights Garcia's remarkable 15-year culinary journey spanning four continents and his exceptional leadership in Dubai's competitive hospitality scene.
Currently overseeing culinary operations at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Garcia manages an impressive portfolio of 17 food and beverage outlets across the 580-room property. His role demands both creative vision and operational precision to maintain excellence in one of Dubai's largest conference and banqueting facilities, spanning 5,500 square meters.
Garcia's international career has taken him from his native Mexico to kitchens in Spain, the United States, and the UAE, cultivating expertise in diverse cuisines including Spanish, Latin American, Italian, and Pan Asian. His impressive track record includes launching seven successful restaurants, five of which were in Dubai's dynamic dining scene.
Prior to his current position, Garcia demonstrated his versatility across Dubai's hospitality landscape, serving as Executive Sous Chef for Emirates Flight Catering's premium lounges and Chef de Cuisine at Jumeirah Group properties. His pre-opening expertise shone through in projects like Señor Pico at Marriott Hotels and La Mezcaleria at Addmind Group, where he created
A graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Garcia combines technical mastery with a passion for mentoring. Having led teams of over 200 chefs, he is committed to developing culinary talent while pushing creative boundaries. His award-winning approach balances innovation with strict adherence to food safety and quality standards.
This commendation from the Middle East Chef Excellence Awards celebrates Garcia's accomplishments and also reflects Le Méridien Dubai's commitment to culinary excellence. As Dubai continues to establish itself as a global dining destination, professionals like Jose Carlos Sierra Garcia play a vital role in shaping its reputation for world-class hospitality.
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