Pastry Cook

Pastry Cook - Banquets Culinary Team | Horseshoe Bay Resort

Location: Horseshoe Bay, TX (Texas Hill Country)

Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Employment Type: Full-Time (On-Site)

A Sweet Opportunity in Paradise

The lake life is calling! Do you have a passion for baking? Wouldn't it be sweet to get paid for it? Horseshoe Bay Resort is looking for a talented Pastry Cook to join our award-winning Banquets Culinary Team.

Working in our high-volume bakeshop, you will help craft the cakes, pastries, and decadent desserts that define our luxury events. Whether it's a grand wedding or an intimate corporate retreat, your talents will ensure every guest ends their meal with a world-class treat.

Your Impact: Culinary Artistry & Precision

You will personally perform the baking and decorating tasks required to provide consistent, high-quality pastries for the entire resort.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pastry Production: Follow standard recipes and daily production schedules to prepare quality breads, pastries, and sweets for banquet events.
• Plating & Presentation: Utilize fundamental pastry techniques to create beautiful, resort-standard plate presentations.
• Operational Excellence: Maintain shift operations in compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards, and procedures.
• Food Safety: Uphold strict sanitation and food safety standards in accordance with local, state, and federal (Health Department/OSHA) regulations.
• Supply Management: Work efficiently with supplies and assist in managing inventories to minimize waste and support the culinary budget.
• Team Collaboration: Maintain open, collaborative relationships with fellow associates to ensure a smooth-running, high-energy kitchen environment.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: 4 years of culinary/F&B experience with a High School diploma/GED OR 2 years of experience with a degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management.
• Technical Skill: Solid knowledge of pastry techniques, baking temperatures, and decorating fundamentals.
• Professionalism: A "Team-First" attitude with the ability to follow complex instructions and maintain a well-groomed, professional appearance.
• Communication: Basic oral and written English skills to navigate recipes and communicate with the leadership team.
• Physical Stamina: Physical strength and agility to move quickly in a kitchen and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Requirements: * Must be 18+ years of age.




• Current Food Handler's Certificate required.
• Commitment to wearing slip-and-oil-resistant, enclosed safety footwear.

Perks of the Paradise Life

At Horseshoe Bay, we believe our associates are our greatest ingredient.

The "Resort Life" Bonuses:

• Live Where You Work: Subsidized associate housing and shuttle service available.
• Play Where You Work: Golf and Amenity Privileges* (enjoy the resort amenities you help support!).
• Financial Wins: Weekly meal subsidies, competitive pay, and scheduled reviews/raises.
• Travel Benefits: Deep discounts at over 100 Crescent Hotels & Resorts properties nationwide.
• Career Growth: Real advancement opportunities through our Manager in Training (MIT) program.

Full-Time Insurance & Security:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Financial Future: 401k plan with employer match.
• Total Protection: Short/Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance.
• Support: Access to the Associate Relief Fund.

*Privileges based on occupancy and business levels.

Ready to start baking?

If you're a culinarian ready to take the next step in a luxury bakeshop, apply today to join the team at Horseshoe Bay Resort!