Pastry Cook - Start Date 9/21/2026

Canyon Ranch; Spicewood (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to wellness services

Health, Dental, and Vision plan

25 days time off

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

Canyon Ranch is seeking a skilled Pastry Cook to join the founding team at Canyon Ranch Austin in Spicewood, TX, beginning in September 2026. The role involves preparing high-quality baked goods in accordance with Canyon Ranch standards, maintaining a positive kitchen culture, and supporting various culinary operations.

Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of pastry experience, a commitment to food safety, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment. Canyon Ranch offers generous benefits including health coverage, vacation time, and access to wellness facilities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in culinary, specifically pastry or baking.
• Texas ServSafe Food Handler Certification preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality pastries and desserts per Canyon Ranch standards.
• Maintain a collaborative kitchen environment.
• Ensure food safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Pastry and baking experience

Food safety and sanitation

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Canyon Ranch has been redefining wellness travel and transformative hospitality for more than 45 years. As the global leader in destination wellness, Canyon Ranch inspires lifelong well‑being through world‑class experts, personalized guidance, and immersive experiences that help guests live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Now, we are entering an exciting new chapter with the opening of Canyon Ranch Austin in October 2026 — our newest wellness destination nestled in the Texas Hill Country. Designed to connect guests with nature, adventure, restoration, and personal growth, Austin will build upon the legacy established in Tucson, Lenox, and Las Vegas while creating new opportunities for exceptional talent to shape the future of wellness hospitality.

Recognized among the most outstanding hotels in the world by the Michelin Guide 2025, Canyon Ranch offers more than a career — it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others every day.

Join the founding team at Canyon Ranch Austin. Recruitment is underway today, with anticipated start dates beginning in Fall 2026.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods in accordance with Canyon Ranch recipes, nutrition philosophy, and presentation standards, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and exceptional product quality for every service period.
• Support daily pastry operations by executing opening and closing procedures, maintaining organized workstations, and ensuring all products are prepared, stored, and presented according to established culinary standards.
• Continuously expand your knowledge of Canyon Ranch recipes, baking techniques, food preparation methods, and presentation expectations to support culinary excellence and ongoing professional development.
• Monitor recipe execution and product quality by identifying and reporting discrepancies in ingredients, yields, measurements, or preparation procedures to ensure recipe integrity and consistency.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness by properly handling, storing, labeling, and preparing food products in compliance with Health Department regulations, ServSafe requirements, and Canyon Ranch standards.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative kitchen environment by supporting teammates, demonstrating flexibility, maintaining attention to detail, and helping deliver exceptional culinary experiences that align with the Canyon Ranch mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bring 1-2 years of pastry, baking, dessert preparation, or related culinary experience, with a passion for producing high-quality baked goods and learning within a professional kitchen environment.
• Possess or obtain a Texas ServSafe Food Handler Certification and demonstrate a commitment to food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling practices.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, time management, and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to accurately follow recipes, maintain production schedules, and support multiple priorities during service.
• Exhibit a willingness to learn and continuously develop your pastry and baking knowledge while embracing Canyon Ranch’s nutrition philosophy, culinary standards, and wellness-focused approach.
• Possess strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively, communicate professionally, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute positively to the kitchen culture.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment by remaining calm under pressure, maintaining flexibility, demonstrating reliability, and consistently supporting operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

• Use of services and facilities including the spa, fitness classes, lectures, and overnight stays at all Canyon Ranch locations nationwide.
• Generous health plan including Health, Dental and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• 25 days of personal and holiday time off (vacation, sick, and holidays).
• Supplemental healthcare options (including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage).
• Employer‑paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid maternity leave.
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Position will be onsite in Spicewood, TX, beginning 9/21/2026.