Bar Staff Jobs in Illinois

A Bar Staffer, also known as a bartender, plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for creating, mixing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, maintaining a clean and organized bar area, controlling stocks and ordering supplies, and providing excellent customer service. They often engage with customers, providing recommendations and ensuring satisfaction with their service. These professionals may also handle cash transactions, enforce liquor laws and health regulations, and manage any issues or complaints related to the bar service.

Essential skills for a Bar Staffer include excellent customer service skills, strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and physical stamina, as they spend most of their shift on their feet. Knowledge of mixology and cocktail preparation is also crucial. Additionally, certifications in food and beverage safety training and alcohol awareness programs, like the ServSafe Alcohol certification, are typically required. Prior to becoming a Bar Staffer, a person may have roles such as a Bar Back or Bar Assistant, where they support bartenders and learn the ropes of the profession. They may also start as a Wait Staff or Server in a restaurant, gaining customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

1-15 of 30 Jobs

Private/Mini Bar Attendant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Position Overview Minibar Attendant is responsible for all activities related to Mini Bar, which includes organization, preparation, and performing service as per standards set by the hotel....

Bar back- Restaurant 1

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago

Position Overview: Barbacks are a critical component to Rebar's success....

Bar Porter - Hard Rock Cafe (Full Time)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 19 hours ago

service....

Short Order Cook/Bar Back

  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 1 day ago

Club 390 - Gentlemen's Club The Short Order Cook/ Bar Back is responsible for preparing light menu food items and maintaining the bar area for a leading gentlemens club in a South Suburb of...

Barback

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Collaborate closely with all departments to ensure smooth operations and uphold high standards of guest service....

Bar Back, DraftKings - Wrigley Field

  • IL
  • 6 days ago
  • IL
  • 6 days ago

Bar Back, DraftKings - Wrigley Field Compass Group Illinois Position: Bar Back Department: DraftKings Sportsbook Reports To : Front of House Manager Pay Rate: $12.62 hr We Make ing Easy! Want to...

Honor Bar Attendant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation....

Food Court Snack Bar Attendant - 4 Openings (CS26-001)

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 9 days ago

at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) in Edwardsville, Illinois, United States Job Description Positio Title: Food Court Snack Bar Attendant - 4 Openings (CS26-001) Location:...

Barback

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

As a barback, you will welcome guests warmly, keep the bar organized, clean, and stocked with all service related items and necessities....

Amuse (Lobby Bar) Server

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

Company Description WELCOME TO SWISSOTEL CHICAGO Swissotel Chicago is a luxury 4 star/4 diamond hotel with 662 rooms and suites located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Inspired by our brand...

Food Court Snack Bar Attendant - 4 Openings (CS26-001)

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 14 days ago

Overview: To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites...

Bar Back, DraftKings - Wrigley Field

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago

Levy Sector Position: Bar Back Department: DraftKings Sportsbook Reports To : Front of House Manager Pay Rate: $12.62/hr We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text...

Barback

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 15 days ago

cocktails, and vibrant patio....

Barback

  • Aurora, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 19 days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Deliver internal and external guest service in accordance with company service standards - Performs all duties in a polite, professional, and responsible manner, including...

Barback

  • Evanston, IL
  • 22 days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 22 days ago

Levy Sector Position Title: BARBACK @ NORTHWESTERN UNIVERISTY Pay Range: $19.00 to $19.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Demographic Data for Illinois

Moving to Illinois? Find some basic demographic data about Illinois below.


Local
National
12,812,477
319,486

Bar Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHospitalityServices curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS
The health and wellbeing of NHS staff is essential to the quality of care provided to patients, service users and communities. The Covid-19 pandemic placed unprecedented pressures on the health...
Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...
On Staff: Combat Staff Masterclass
From a multipurpose tool and a traveling companion to a weapon used to conquer lands and hunting to feed our people, sticks are the foundation to humanity and all that is us.It is a shame to live...

Salary for Bar Staff Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Bar Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Bar Staffs in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.6%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
4.4%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bar Staffs in Illinois
Less than 1 year
45.2%
1-2 years
26.2%
2-4 years
16.5%
None
12.2%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Bar Staff Related Career Advice Articles

Empty glasses hanging in a restaurant
Must-Read Job Search Advice for Restaurant Workers

Learn the ins and outs of how to get a job at a restaurant, including when to turn in your resume, how to present yourself, and how to land the job.

Read article »