Bartender Jobs in Illinois

A Bartender plays a crucial role in the hospitality service industry. They are responsible for preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers, interacting with guests, taking orders, and serving snacks and bar food. Bartenders also accept payments, keep the bar well-stocked and clean, and ensure that all standards and legal obligations are met. In addition, they are often the first point of contact for customers and play a key role in establishing a welcoming atmosphere.

Bartenders require a set of specific skills and certifications. In most areas, they need to have a valid bartender's license or certification in responsible alcohol service. Strong customer service skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of drink mixing and garnishing are crucial. Before becoming a Bartender, an individual might start with roles such as a Barback, responsible for assisting the Bartender, a Server in a restaurant or a Host/Hostess. These positions provide valuable customer service experience and knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

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Men's Locker Room Bartender/Server

  • Park Ridge, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Park Ridge, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunity for advancement Job Summary: As a Men's Locker Room Bartender/Server at our esteemed private country club, you will be responsible for providing top-notch beverage...

Bartender Hospitality Pro/New Bar Lounge

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

New bar/lounge opening is in need of an EXPERIENCED bartender to join our team. Must be well versed in making cocktails and other drinks....

Bartender Needed

  • Willow Springs, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Willow Springs, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Looking for someone to bartend at a restaurant. Experience needed. You are expected to be able to make mixed drinks as well as beer and shots. The position is full time at least 5 days a week....

Bartender Needed

  • Burbank, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Burbank, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Dalton's Irish Pub in Burbank is looking for a bartender who is hard working, has an upbeat personality, and is service oriented. They will also maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area....

Server/Bartender Needed

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

Our neighborhood pub is looking for an experienced server/ bartender for Saturday afternoons. 1130am until 530pm. standard server wage plus tips. walk with cash every shift. need someone reliable, fun...

Bartender, Club Level - Soldier Field

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

Position Title: Bartender Pay Range: $11.48/hr Department: United Club and Midway We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Bartender

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

Required Years of Experience 4 years Job Details BARTENDER As a bartender, you must be friendly, outgoing, energetic, and possess good communication skills....

Bartender

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

Mixology Communication Skills Service Procedures Craft Cocktail Knowledge Time Management Multitasking Organizational Skills High Volume Service Menu Knowledge Professionalism Problem Solving Beverage...

Bartender

  • Zion, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Zion, IL
  • 1 day ago

Help Wanted / Apply in Person only Bartender/Server The Pit Stop Bar compensation: hourly, plus tips employment type: / Full-time Job Description Full time position open Immediately for a Bartender/...

Bartender (Full Time)

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

Requirement : 1 year of previous bartending experience is preferred. Perks: Uniform provided, free shift meals, and reduced airport parking!...

Bartender

  • Wilmette, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmette, IL
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Qualifications 21 Years or older 2 + years experience bartending in high volume environment Must be Basset certified Mixology experience preferred Benefits...

Bartender

  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 1 day ago

As a Bartender, you must efficiently craft every drink to perfection and serve our Guests responsibly....

Bartender (PT)

  • Evanston, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 2 days ago

Collegiate Hotel Group is seeking a Part Time Bartender to join Graduate by Hilton Evanston and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts....

On-Call Adorn Bar & Restaurant Bartender

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

Adorn Bar showcases craft cocktails and a wine list that sparks conversation, all with a lively, convivial vibe beckoning to be discovered....

Bartender

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

Expectations: The Bartender is responsible, hard working & has attention to detail. They are dedicated to the systems that management has put in place....

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Bartender 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 Bartender positions.



Highest Education Level

Bartenders in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.5%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Associate's Degree
15.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
4.6%
Some College
3.9%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

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


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