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President
Lisa Standish
Lisa leads Amarante’s Sea Cliff with a focus on warm hospitality, thoughtful service, and preserving the family tradition that has brought generations of guests together along Morris Cove.
Genuine care is at the heart of everything we do.
Hospitality Is Personal
The Details Matter Because Your Moments Matter
A beautiful venue may set the scene, but it is the people behind it who bring an event to life. Our team listens closely, anticipates needs, solves problems, and handles the details that allow you to be fully present with your guests.
From planning and culinary preparation to service and day-of coordination, every department shares one goal: making your experience feel welcoming, seamless, and memorable.
Event Planning
Culinary Team
Event Service
Restaurant Team
Meet Our Team
The People Who Bring It All Together
Meet the experienced professionals who guide the planning, service, cuisine, and hospitality behind Amarante’s Sea Cliff.
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Bar Manager
Mary Brushett
Mary oversees bar service throughout Amarante’s Sea Cliff. From weddings and private celebrations to corporate events and evenings at The Deck, she helps create a friendly, organized experience where guests can relax, raise a glass, and enjoy the occasion.
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Director of Design
Teresa Garcaeu
Teresa brings beauty to every corner of Amarante’s Sea Cliff. She tends the gardens, plants seasonal flowers, and helps keep the waterfront grounds looking their best. Her creative eye also shapes greenery, centerpieces, tent décor, and the finishing touches that make each space feel special.
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Sales Manager
Dominic Gondek
Dominic is often one of the first people guests meet when planning an event at Amarante’s. He guides tours, answers questions, explains the available options, and helps clients take their celebration from an initial idea to a clear and exciting plan.
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Event Manager
Jose Garcia
Jose helps turn each event plan into a smooth, memorable experience. He coordinates the details, supports the service team, and remains attentive to hosts and guests throughout the occasion so they can focus on enjoying the moment.
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Head Maître d’
Darlene Fisco
Darlene brings calm, confidence, and genuine care to every celebration. She leads event service, keeps the day moving smoothly, and makes sure hosts, families, and guests feel supported from their arrival through the final farewell.
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Head Chef
Jaime Bayone
Jaime leads the kitchen with a focus on flavor, quality, and thoughtful presentation. He oversees the culinary experience for weddings, private celebrations, professional gatherings, and restaurant dining, helping make the food one of the most memorable parts of every occasion.
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Sous Chef
Luciano Amore
Luciano works alongside Jaime to bring Amarante’s menus to life. His skill, consistency, and attention in the kitchen help ensure that every dish is prepared with care and served to the standards guests expect from Amarante’s Sea Cliff.
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Marketing Specialist
Katherine Parker
Katherine shares the people, celebrations, cuisine, and waterfront experiences that make Amarante’s Sea Cliff special. Through social media, website content, photography, and marketing, she helps new guests discover the venue while keeping the community connected to everything happening by the water.
It Takes a Team
Behind Every Celebration Is a Team Working Together
Our leadership team is supported by dedicated chefs, bartenders, servers, setup professionals, maintenance staff, and seasonal team members. Each person plays an important role in preparing the property, welcoming guests, and bringing every event to life.
Culinary
Preparing and presenting the dishes that become part of each memorable celebration.
Event Service
Welcoming guests, serving each course, and keeping the event moving with care.
Setup & Grounds
Preparing rooms, caring for the waterfront property, and making sure every space is ready.
The Deck
Bringing relaxed waterfront hospitality to every summer meal, drink, and evening by Morris Cove.
