Melina Ramirez
Northfield,IL
Summary
Adept in leadership and bilingual communication, I excel in fast-paced environments, evidenced by my role at Sprit Halloween where I significantly contributed to daily sales goals. My experience spans from sales to healthcare, showcasing my versatility and problem-solving skills. I thrive in teamwork settings, consistently aiming for excellence and efficiency in every task.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Sprit Halloween
Glenview, IL
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
Phlebotomist
Endeavor
Glenview, IL
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
Digital line
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2019 - 12.2021
- At Chipotle I was responsible for ensuring all orders are cooked Quick and according to the order Ensure that all food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and holding temperatures
Food Runner
Golden Corral
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Responsibilities included Maintain a clean work environment that meets sanitation standards
- Facilitated communication between the kitchen and the dining staff to enhance guest experience.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
Cashier
McDonald's
02.2018 - 09.2018
- As a cashier I was responsible for Provided an excellent customer service atmosphere for all guests and greeted all customers entering the restaurant as well Executed 100% of cash and credit transactions
Cashier/Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2016 - 02.2018
- During my employment at Buffalo Wild Wings I was able to move within the company by embracing Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks learning all menus, recipes, Preparation and presentation standards
Sales Associate
Rue 21
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Some of the responsibilities included but not limited to responding to customer questions from a detailed understanding of products as well as retrieving merchandise for customers from stock room, and processing transactions, Including returns
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05-2024
Gen Ed - JROTC
Wheeling High School
05-2013
Skills
- Leadership
- Organization
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Bilingual - Spanish
Timeline
Sales Associate
Sprit Halloween
08.2024 - 10.2025
Phlebotomist
Endeavor
11.2023 - 02.2024
Digital line
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2019 - 12.2021
Food Runner
Golden Corral
09.2018 - 12.2019
Cashier
McDonald's
02.2018 - 09.2018
Cashier/Line Cook
Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2016 - 02.2018
Sales Associate
Rue 21
02.2014 - 06.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
William Rainey Harper College
Gen Ed - JROTC
Wheeling High School