Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
References
Activities
Accomplishments
Languages
References
Timeline
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Mason Lewis

Peapack-Gladstone

Summary

A motivated and service-driven individual with a strong foundation in hospitality, leadership, and collaborative teamwork. Known for stepping confidently into responsibility, whether leading front-of-house operations in a luxury restaurant, supporting team members across departments, or volunteering time to support others. Brings a professional, guest-first mindset developed through experience in fine dining, rigorous customer service training, and active involvement in academic and extracurricular commitments. Recognized for adaptability, quick learning, and the ability to maintain poise in high-pressure environments. Committed to growth, excellence, and creating a positive impact in any role.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Host/Floor Operations Coordinator

Pendry Natirar – Ladds Tavern
Peapack-Gladstone
04.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: a fine dining restaurant within the luxury Pendry Natirar resort, recognized for delivering 5-star guest service
  • Promoted from initial host role to Chief Host at Ladds Tavern, a fine dining restaurant within the luxury Pendry Natirar resort, recognized for delivering 5-star guest service
  • Completed Montage International’s service training program to uphold Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star standards in hospitality and guest interaction
  • Lead front-of-house operations during service, mentoring new hosts and coordinating seating, reservations, and VIP guest accommodations to optimize flow and experience
  • Act as a flexible hospitality associate, assisting across departments to ensure seamless guest satisfaction—including delivering drinks and food, supporting servers, taking orders, and providing attentive table touches
  • Maintain high standards of service, presentation, and professionalism in alignment with Pendry’s luxury brand ethos
  • Collaborate with managers and culinary team to resolve guest concerns promptly and uphold a warm, polished dining environment
  • A fine dining restaurant within the luxury Pendry Natirar resort, recognized for delivering 5-star guest service

Catechist Assistant Teacher (CCD)

St. Brigid Elizabeth
Peapack
09.2022 - Current
  • Promoted from Hall Monitor (2022), to Classroom Assistant Teacher (2023)
  • Grades 3 & 4 Classroom behavior management, small group and individual instructional reinforcement, provide in-class support in cooperation with the lead teacher
  • Volunteered to continue to support my church community after my Confirmation was complete because it is very meaningful work to me.

Camp Counselor

Fundamentals Sports Camp
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Promoted from Assistant to Head Coach
  • Character-driven curriculum: good sportsmanship, respecting teammates and opponents while supervising and maintaining the safety for all campers including those with disabilities who require individual attention
  • Arts & crafts, theme weeks, mediations, first aid

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences, Spanish Language

University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL
05.2029

High School Diploma -

Bernardsville High School
Bernardsville, NJ
06-2025

Skills

  • Bilingual communication
  • Data analysis
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Front of house organization
  • Sales strategies
  • Detail-oriented
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Conflict resolution

Hobbies and Interests

  • Athletics: Golf & Tennis - Play regularly with my family, enjoy the mental & physical challenge.
  • Languages: Learning Spanish and using it as much as possible to communicate and connect.
  • Cooking: (Not baking!) Cooking actual dishes like pastas & sauces, meal prep.
  • Family: Spending time with my brother, playing cards with my grandparents, spending time with my dog.
  • Music: listening to all different types of music & making playlists to share with friends; lackluster piano-playing skills coupled with off-key singing.
  • Entertainment: Medical TV shows like Grey’s Anatomy.
  • Humanity: creating ways to connect with people through volunteerism (i.e. 'goodie bag' distribution at the Market Street Mission in Morristown).
  • Travel & Culture: Experiencing cultures that are as different as possible than my American experience including food, music, clothing; meeting people my age from different countries.

Certification

American Red Cross CPR/AED Certified, 01/24

References

References and letters of recommendations are available upon request.

Activities

  • Bernardsville High School Spanish Club, Co-President and Co-Founder, 09/23, Present, Established new club for Bernardsville High School: Solicited faculty support, gained approval from the administration & Board of Education, petitioned student body. Organize and create events to celebrate and honor the culture (language, people, history) of Spanish-speaking countries and involve other members of the school community to participate in our events that connect, celebrate and support English Language Learners (ELL) in the school district.
  • Club Member, American Asian and Pacific Islander Club (AAPI), Green Team, Garden Club, Key Club

Accomplishments

  • AP Scholar Award, July 2024
  • Rotary Award, June 2021
  • National Society of High School Scholars
  • National Honor Society

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Fundamentals Sports Camp
06.2024 - 12.2024

Chief Host/Floor Operations Coordinator

Pendry Natirar – Ladds Tavern
04.2024 - Current

Catechist Assistant Teacher (CCD)

St. Brigid Elizabeth
09.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences, Spanish Language

University of Miami

High School Diploma -

Bernardsville High School