$13.5 per hour
to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow. White Lodging is seeking an experienced bartender to join our hotel bar team! As part of a hospitality company operating premium hotel…
Hospitality & Food · Chicago, IL
Bartender jobs in Chicago, IL
Bartenders mix and serve drinks, manage the bar's pace and inventory, check IDs, and keep guests comfortable, whether it is a quiet Tuesday or a packed weekend.
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$14–$39/hr
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$50k
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10pin Bowling Lounge is looking for experienced Bartenders to join our team! Our ideal candidate has enthusiasm for beverages and enjoys sharing that creativity with our guests. Passion and hospitality are a must. Experi…
$11.02 per hour
margaritas, and a mezcal program that keeps the night alive. Join us for a morning café de olla and concha. We are looking for Bartenders to join our team! We offer competitive wages, benefits, and a fun team environment…
$40 per hour
John's Food & Wine is expanding our team and seeking a passionate, skilled bartender. We were named Food & Wine's 2026 Restaurant of the Year, and we're known for our focus on seasonal, New American cuisine, paired with…
Now Hiring Bartenders Richmond's Sports Bar located at 2944 W. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 Is a long established tavern since 1909 that transitioned to sports bar. Located in the Humboldt Park / West Town neighborhood.…
NOW HIRING: EXPERIENCED BARTENDER Join one of Chicago’s most exciting restaurant teams. Opened in August 2025, Trino Steakhouse has quickly become one of the city’s premier dining destinations, earning Eater’s Best New R…
information, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position Summary As a Bartender at MONEYGUN , you’ll bring high energy, hospitality, and precision to one of Chicago’…
$19.57 per hour
Position: Bartender Department: Food & Beverage Location: Chicago, IL Employment Type: Hourly Compensation: $19.57 per hour Truth Be Told , the British-inspired tavern located within The Study at University of Chicago ,…
We are seeking a friendly, attentive, and service-oriented professional to join our team in a part-time hospitality role. The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to cr…
$12.96 per hour
Bartender - $12.96/hour + tips DESCRIPITION: Bartenders mix and serve alcoholic beverages based on customer requests. Their duties include verifying the identification and age of customers, preparing and serving alcoholi…
$9.24 - $16.5 per hour
Bartender $9.24 to $16.50 per hour + tips With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer ~ Health, dental and vision insurance ~ Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick) ~ Holiday pay ~ Meal and Transporta…
$1,200 - $1,500 per week
DineAmic Hospitality is seeking Bartenders who will ensure that our guests have an extraordinary food and beverage experience from the moment they arrive until they depart. Bartenders will prepare a variety of beverages,…
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What bartenders earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $14–$21 | $30k–$43k |
| Mid level | $20–$28 | $41k–$59k |
| Senior | $27–$39 | $56k–$81k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Classic cocktail knowledgeSpeed and accuracyPOS systemsResponsible alcohol serviceCash handlingMemory for orders and regularsGuest rapportBar inventory and ordering
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you handle a guest who has had too much to drink?
Show the professional sequence: slow service, offer water and food, cut off respectfully, involve a manager if needed. This answer can decide the interview.
Make me an old fashioned. Talk me through it.
Know your classics cold: spec, technique, glassware, garnish. Narrating calmly while you build is exactly what a service test looks like.
How do you keep up when the bar is three deep?
Talk about sequencing multiple orders, batching steps, acknowledging waiting guests, and staying consistent on pours instead of getting sloppy.
What is your approach to checking IDs?
Say plainly that you check anyone who looks under a threshold, every time, and know the state's acceptable forms. No exceptions for regulars.
How do you handle cash and end-of-night reconciliation?
Describe accurate ringing, no unrecorded comps, and clean drawer counts. Owners are listening for honesty around shrinkage.
Tell me about building regulars at a previous bar.
Give a specific habit, like remembering names and drinks or making a genuine recommendation. Regulars are revenue, and they know it.
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Resume tips that move the needle
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List your alcohol service certification, such as TIPS or your state's equivalent card.
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Quantify sales, like average ring per shift or bar revenue on nights you ran.
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Name the POS systems you know, such as Toast, Aloha, or Square.
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Describe the venue types honestly: high-volume club, cocktail bar, or neighborhood pub each need different skills.
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Mention cocktail program contributions, like menu items you created that stayed on the list.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Barback
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Bartender
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Head Bartender
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Bar Manager
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