Stacy Fortner

Stacy Fortner is an experienced Pastry Program Manager at Tom Douglas Restaurants since June 2009, overseeing daily production and managing teams of up to 20 staff in pastry preparation. Fortner has excelled in large-scale production planning for major events and has continuously reduced food costs through efficiency improvements and better supplier relationships. Previous roles include Executive Pastry Chef at Columbia Tower Club, where significant enhancements in dessert quality were achieved, and Pastry Chef at Mistral, focusing on seasonal desserts with local ingredients. Fortner began the culinary journey as a Line Cook at Restaurant Brasa, developing a strong foundation in savory cooking. Fortner holds an Associate's degree in Baking and Pastry Arts from Sullivan University.