Colten Graves
Brandon
Summary
- I am currently pursuing my degree in Computer Science. I focus on the software development side of the field because I would like to one day get into Video Game Development. I have taken many college-level classes learning multiple programming languages such as Python (CSC 101), HTML and CSS (ITC 701154), SQL (CSC 701AAA), and C++ (CSC 102 - CSC 307). I will be taking Cyber Law and Ethics (CSC 309), Software Development Foundations (CSC 317), and Secure Software Development (CSC 327) all next semester in the spring.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Counter-Server/Food Runner:
Burgers, Blues, and BBQ
Brandon
04.2022 - 07.2025
- I would take orders at the counter, run food, manage expo window, bus tables, or manage the patio area on weekend nights.
- Managing the expo window meant I would prep the plates of food and send them out to the correct tables.
- Managing the patio meant I would most of the time be out there by myself to keep the patio stocked up, take orders at the patio counter, and bus tables while the others would bring the food out.
- When I am inside, I would be assigned tasks along with the rest of the crew that would normally involve stocking up and cleaning parts of the restaurant.
Host:
Hattiesburgers and Blues
Hattiesburg
10.2024 - 05.2025
- I would bring people to tables that were available for them to sit at with menus. I would also bus tables, clean the bathrooms, sweep, and take out the trash as a part of my side work.
Spud/Salad Chef:
McAllister's Deli
Brandon
11.2021 - 04.2022
- I was in charge of manning the spud and salad station by myself or with another co-worker. I would handle and make any orders that came in on the screen, but I would also occasionally be pulled off the station to go wash dishes.
Dishwasher:
Jake's Restaurant
Brandon
01.2021 - 08.2021
- My main job was serving as the restaurant's dishwasher throughout the week, but occasionally during my shifts, I would be asked to help prep food or to man the fry or salad station.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05-2027
High School Diploma -
Brandon High School
Brandon, MS05-2024
Skills
- Python Certified
- Software Development
- Project/Team Management
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
Top 10% in Highschool Graduating Class | Ranked #7 out of 400
Cumulative GPA's
- Brandon High School: 4.0
- University of Southern Mississippi: 3.9
Affiliations
Chess Club | Brandon High School, 2021 - 2024
References
- Landon Sahler | Manager - Burgers, Blues, and BBQ | 601-942-7794 - landon.sahler@burgersblues.com
- Justin Eaves | Teacher - Brandon High School | 601-672-0838 - justin.eaves@hindscc.edu
- Chad McDaniel | Professor - University of Southern Mississippi | christopher.c.mcdaniel@usm.edu
Timeline
Host:
Hattiesburgers and Blues
10.2024 - 05.2025
Counter-Server/Food Runner:
Burgers, Blues, and BBQ
04.2022 - 07.2025
Spud/Salad Chef:
McAllister's Deli
11.2021 - 04.2022
Dishwasher:
Jake's Restaurant
01.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Southern Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Brandon High School