Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Additional Qualifications

Celeste Linares

Michaels Arts and Crafts
South Elgin,IL
2027
years of professional experience

Bilingual English-Spanish professional currently pursuing an Associate of Science in Health Science, with completed coursework in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, biology, and physics. Experienced in high-volume customer service, telephone communication, cash handling, and resolving customer concerns with patience and professionalism.

Work History

Cashier/Customer Service Assistant

Family Business
  • Greeted customers and provided friendly, respectful service while responding to questions and requests.
  • Handled cash transactions and counted daily funds carefully to support accurate financial records and vendor payments.
  • Maintained an organized, clean environment and assisted with multiple responsibilities as business needs changed.
  • Worked directly with customers and vendors, strengthening communication, accountability, and problem-solving skills.

Cashier

9 Months
Michaels Arts and Crafts | 11.2025 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service while supporting a high volume of customers in a dynamic retail environment.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere for customers by engaging them and addressing their needs effectively.
  • Assisted customers both in person and over the phone, exemplifying professionalism and patience at all times.
  • Executed multitasking abilities between cashier duties, customer inquiries, phone calls, and additional store demands with ease.

Education

Associate of Science - Health Science

William Rainey Harper College | Palatine, IL | 08-2029

Completed Health Science/DMS prerequisite coursework | 2026

Relevant coursework: Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Biology, Physics

Skills

Bilingual: English & Spanish
Verbal Communication
Telephone Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Conflict Resolution
Active Listening
Customer Relationship Building
Multitasking

Timeline

Cashier

Michaels Arts and Crafts
11.2025 - CurrentRead More

Cashier/Customer Service Assistant

Family Business
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William Rainey Harper College

Associate of Science from Health Science
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Additional Qualifications

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish; able to communicate comfortably with diverse customers and families.
  • Healthcare-focused education with completed coursework relevant to medical office and patient-facing environments.
  • Comfortable interacting with people in person and by telephone while maintaining professionalism.
  • Strong interest in building a career in healthcare and providing respectful, patient-centered service.
Celeste Linares