James Parsons
James Parsons has been part of the El Gaucho family since 2003. He realized that hospitality was his calling while working at Tulio in Seattle. He realized he could work hard, continue to learn, and make a career in the industry.
James joined El Gaucho in a newly created spot just for him in 2003 and eventually became a full time captain in 2006. In 2009, James and his wife Amanda moved to Chicago and Minneapolis and then back to Seattle in 2012 where he was rehired to run the wine program at El Gaucho Seattle. James earned his Sommelier’s diploma through the International Sommelier Guild, the highest level he can attain in that organization. He also is a Certified Sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers.
James says his favorite part of working at El Gaucho is the people – both the guests and the team. “Everyone here is the best at what they do. We work in one of the best restaurants, and we have the best guests. I love this place and the people who work here, and I believe in what we do.”