Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook - Banquets Culinary Team

If you have a passion for baking and creating exceptional desserts, Horseshoe Bay Resort invites you to join our Banquets Culinary Team as a Pastry Cook. In this role, you will prepare high-quality pastries and desserts for resort events and operations while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and sanitation.

Nestled along the shores of Lake LBJ in the Texas Hill Country, Horseshoe Bay Resort combines genuine Texas hospitality with a luxury resort experience. Located on 17,000 scenic acres near Austin, the resort offers access to championship golf, lakes, state parks, and countless outdoor recreational activities.

At Horseshoe Bay Resort, we are dedicated to helping every team member build a rewarding career. Through professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment, we enable associates to achieve their career goals.

Position Summary

The Pastry Cook is responsible for preparing and decorating pastries, desserts, baked goods, and specialty items according to established recipes and production standards. This position supports banquet and resort operations by ensuring consistent product quality, exceptional presentation, and compliance with food safety and sanitation requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare pastries, desserts, and baked goods according to standardized recipes and production schedules.
• Demonstrate knowledge of pastry techniques, dessert preparation, and plate presentation.
• Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation standards for all pastry products.
• Ensure compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations, including local, state, and federal requirements.
• Support inventory management and proper utilization of supplies to minimize waste and control costs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate effectively with culinary team members and other resort departments.
• Deliver exceptional service and professionalism to internal and external guests.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and service standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Food Handler Certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years of culinary, food and beverage, pastry, or related experience.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, or a related field.
• Two (2) years of professional pastry or culinary experience.
• OSHA Hazard Communication training or certification.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of pastry production methods and baking techniques.
• Ability to follow recipes and production instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Sound problem-solving and organizational abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout scheduled shifts.
• Must possess the strength, stamina, and agility required to perform kitchen duties.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Wear the required uniform and slip-resistant, closed-toe footwear.
• Adhere to all company safety, security, and loss prevention procedures.
• Immediately report accidents, injuries, maintenance concerns, and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and environmentally responsible work environment.

Benefits & Perks

Full-Time Associate Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Associate Relief Fund

Associate Perks

• Associate housing and shuttle service
• Weekly meal subsidies
• Golf and select resort amenity privileges*
• Retail and dining discounts at Horseshoe Bay Resort
• Discounts at more than 100 Crescent Hotels & Resorts properties nationwide
• Career development opportunities, including our Manager-in-Training (MIT) Program
• Associate events and team-building activities throughout the year

*Privileges based on occupancy and business levels.

Join Horseshoe Bay Resort and bring your creativity, passion for baking, and commitment to excellence to one of Texas' premier resort destinations.