Shane McGuffin
@shanemcguffin
Viticulture and enology graduate student at UC Davis with hands-on harvest and cellar experience at McPrice Myers Wines and Torrin Wines.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At McPrice Myers Wines and Torrin Wines, I assisted with harvest and cellar operations, including punch-downs, pump-overs, inoculations, and pressing. I also filled and cleaned barrels and tanks, topped wine, and operated a forklift.
At Parrish Family Vineyard, I provided wine education and guided tastings while supporting sales, club memberships, and events. I also handled front-of-house work and used Tock and Corksy POS software.
I earned an A.S. in Chemistry from Cuesta College and am pursuing an M.S. in Viticulture & Enology at UC Davis. I hold the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, passed with distinction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Bartending
Su Casa Bar & Grill
Jan 2024 - Sep 2026 (2 years 8 months)
Performed front-of-house duties including serving, running food, bussing, restocking stations, pouring beer and wine, and making craft cocktails. Provided excellent service through guest interactions.
Chemistry Tutor
Cuesta College
Aug 2025 - May 2026 (9 months)
Tutored college-level general chemistry through one-on-one and group sessions, focusing on problem-solving strategies, conceptual understanding, and exam preparation.
Tasting Room
Parrish Family Vineyard
Nov 2024 - May 2026 (1 year 6 months)
Provided exceptional guest experiences through wine education, guided tastings, and personalized service. Promoted wine sales, club memberships, and events, and performed front-of-house duties including hosting, reservation management, and inventory.
Wine Harvest Intern
McPrice Myers Wines
Sep 2024 - Nov 2024 (2 months)
Assisted with harvest and cellar operations including sanitation, sorting, treading, saignée, punch-downs, pump-overs, délestage, inoculations, Brix measurement, nutrient additions, and pressing. Filled and cleaned barrels and tanks, topped wine, and operated a forklift.
Wine Harvest Intern
Torrin Wines
Aug 2023 - Dec 2023 (4 months)
Assisted with harvest and cellar operations including sanitation, sorting, treading, saignée, punch-downs, pump-overs, délestage, inoculations, Brix measurement, nutrient additions, and pressing. Filled and cleaned barrels and tanks, topped wine, and operated a forklift.
Providence Burger Bar
Providence Burger Bar
Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 (3 months)
Performed front-of-house duties including serving, running food, bussing, restocking stations, pouring beer and wine, and making craft cocktails. Provided excellent service through guest interactions.
Yoleni's
Yoleni's
Sep 2021 - Apr 2022 (7 months)
Performed front-of-house duties including serving, running food, bussing, restocking stations, pouring beer and wine, and making craft cocktails. Provided excellent service through guest interactions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of California, Davis
Master of Science, Viticulture and Enology
Pursuing a Master of Science in Viticulture and Enology with an expected graduation in June 2028.
ServSafe
ServSafe California Food Handler, Food Safety
Earned the ServSafe California Food Handler certification in March 2026.
Cuesta College
Associate of Science, Chemistry
Earned an Associate of Science in Chemistry in May 2026.
ServSafe
ServSafe Alcohol RBS, Alcohol Safety
Earned the ServSafe Alcohol RBS certification in May 2025.
WSET
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, Wine
Grade: Pass With Distinction
Achieved the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines with distinction in April 2024.
Adult First Aid/CPR/AED
Adult First Aid/CPR/AED, First Aid and CPR
Completed Adult First Aid/CPR/AED training in August 2023.
Johnson & Wales University
Bachelor of Science, Restaurant, Food & Beverage Management
Grade: Magna Cum Laude
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Restaurant, Food & Beverage Management, magna cum laude, in May 2023.
Forklift Operator Safety
Forklift Operator Safety, Forklift Safety
Completed Forklift Operator Safety training in August 2023.
Paso Robles High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Earned a high school diploma in 2019.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Salary expectations
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