A team that's been here a while · And hopes to stay for many more

Ownership

Husband and wife. Founders. Hosts.

Josh

Josh Hunter

Co-Owner · Beverage Director

Josh brings 20+ years of hospitality experience to Avenue, leading the beverage program and the floor. A passionate advocate for thoughtful service and a curated wine list, he believes the best meals start with a great greeting at the door.

Jessica

Jessica Hunter

Co-Owner · Director of Hospitality

Jessica's love of design and detail shapes every corner of the dining room. She runs special events, the Quarterly series, and our partnerships with local farms, makers, and artists.

The Kitchen

The team behind every plate.

Chef

Marco Bellini

Executive Chef

A CIA graduate with stints at Eleven Madison Park and Oleana, Marco leads the kitchen with reverence for ingredients and an obsession with the wood grill.

Sous chef

Daniela Reyes

Chef de Cuisine

A Medfield native with a deep love for New England seafood, Daniela develops our seasonal menus and runs the line nightly.

Pastry chef

Theo Park

Pastry Chef

Trained in Paris and Tokyo, Theo's desserts balance restraint with surprise — and almost always feature something local.

Sommelier

Sarah Whitfield

Sommelier

Sarah curates a list that spans classic European producers and small-batch American winemakers. Ask her anything — she loves to talk wine.

Front of House

The people who make you feel at home.

GM

Mark Watson

General Manager

Mark has been with Avenue since the opening week. He runs the floor with calm authority and a memory for every regular's drink order.

Events

Lauren Chen

Events Director

Lauren designs and produces every private event — from twenty-person rehearsal dinners to full restaurant buyouts.

Bar lead

Eli Marquez

Head Bartender

Eli leads the bar program and the Quarterly cocktail dinners. Trust him with a "dealer's choice" — you won't regret it.

Join the Team

We're hiring.

We're always looking for talented people who care about hospitality.

Open Positions