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position with 4 shifts a week. Must have weekend and Monday availability (Fri-Mon). Minyoli is a family friendly neighborhood restaurant specializing in Taiwanese noodles. We are located in the Andersonville neighborhood…
Hospitality & Food · Chicago, IL
Server jobs in Chicago, IL
Servers guide guests through the menu, take and deliver orders accurately, time courses with the kitchen, and turn tables while keeping service warm and unhurried.
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$13–$34/hr
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$44k
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waitlist via OpenTable.Coordinate smart table seating balancing server capacities and guest needs.Set a positive, upbeat tone for the... ...to maintain room flow. Qualifications & Requirements ~Prior restaurant or hospit…
immediately, sweep dining areas as needed, and keep service stations stocked with clean linens and ice. ~Water & Bread Service: Assist servers during peak hours by pouring water, refilling non-alcoholic drinks, or delive…
Burl Evanston is a new wood-fired restaurant in the Central Street Merchant District in Evanston, Illinois. The first restaurant from Chef... ...and community. We are seeking an experienced a Full-Time Server Assistant w…
$11.93 - $14.91 per hour
and beverage outlets including but not limited to the Pavilion Restaurant while maintaining high level of service as per Langham... ...Cooperate closely with other members of the outlet team including servers, porters an…
$12.96 per hour
service industry and commit to providing quality service in a fun and casual bar environment. Responsibilities & Duties Support servers and bartenders Help run food to tables and bar Clean and reset tables Communicate ef…
Barista + Prep Cook (Hybrid Role) About Postcard Postcard is a cafe and music-forward lounge at the intersection of design, hospitality and music inspired by the liminal spirit of travel — a space where chance connection…
$18 - $23 per hour
Job Overview Join Our Team at the Chicago Riverwalk Join our seasonal riverfront restaurant in the heart of Chicago! Nestled along the iconic Chicago River, we offer stunning views, delicious cuisine, and a lively atmosp…
$20.4 - $20.9 per hour
as we put it – helping travelers feel good on the move! Ready to feel great at work?Apply today to join the HMSHost family of restaurants, we help travelers feel good on the move! With a career at HMSHost, you really ben…
$19 - $20 per hour
About Us We are the marinara-muddled minds behind Happy Camper, Homeslice, and Paradise Park. Our restaurants are wall to wall with lights, murals, and vignettes for the perfect gram. We are known for our art inspired sp…
reset tables promptly to prepare for incoming guests. * Assist servers by refilling water glasses and delivering bread or other items... ...the Company Pizzeria Due Chicago is a well-established restaurant located on Nor…
$1,200 - $1,500 per week
DineAmic Hospitality is seeking Restaurant Servers who will ensure that our guests have an extraordinary dining experience by educating them on our menu offerings, making personalized suggestions, and offering authentic…
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What servers earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $13–$19 | $28k–$39k |
| Mid level | $18–$25 | $37k–$52k |
| Senior | $24–$34 | $49k–$70k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Menu and allergen knowledgeOrder accuracyPOS systemsTiming and table managementUpselling naturallyConflict resolutionTeamwork with kitchen and barStamina and composure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
A guest's entree comes out wrong on a busy night. Walk me through what you do.
Apologize once, get the fix moving immediately, keep the rest of the table eating comfortably, and loop in a manager if it merits a comp. Recovery, not blame.
How do you manage a full section when everything hits at once?
Talk about consolidating trips, prioritizing by course timing, and telling tables honestly when something will take a moment. Grace under load is the test.
How do you handle questions about allergens?
Say you never guess: you know the menu's common allergens and confirm with the kitchen for anything uncertain. This is a safety answer, not a service one.
What is your approach to suggesting appetizers, wine, or dessert?
Describe recommending things you genuinely like, reading the table's pace, and never pushing. Natural suggestion outsells scripted upselling.
Tell me about your most difficult guest and how it ended.
Keep the story short and calm: you listened, fixed what you could, and stayed professional. The retelling itself demonstrates the skill.
What POS systems have you used, and how fast are you on them?
Name them, and mention modifiers, split checks, and comps. Fluency here directly affects table turns.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For servers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Quantify your service: section size, covers per shift, or sales per hour if you know them.
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Name the restaurant styles you have worked: fine dining, fast casual, or high-volume chains.
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List POS systems, such as Toast, Aloha, or Micros, plus any wine or menu training.
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Include your food handler card and alcohol service certification where your state requires them.
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Mention awards or metrics like top sales rankings, guest mentions, or trainer status.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Host or Busser
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Server
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Head Server or Trainer
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Restaurant Manager
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