Wait Staff Jobs in Illinois

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Food and Beverage Team Member - $17.00/HR

  • Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 23 days ago

Responsible for cooking, prepping, and serving quality products in an efficient manner. Overall, this position plays a key part in maintaining food safety standards, ensuring cleanliness,...

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Food Runner (Upscale / Fine Dining)

  • Landry's
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Overview JOIN A WINNING TEAM! FOOD RUNNER This isn’t just your next job – it’s your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest’s experience...

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Cashier

  • Buffalo Wild Wings
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 9 hours ago

You know what it takes to fuel moments worth sharing and have exceptional time management, attention to detail, and guest service skills. Not sure if your experience aligns?...

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Server - Stetson's Restaurant

  • Hyatt Corporation
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Restaurant servers are responsible for submitting guest menu selections and presenting these food and beverage preferences. The right person will gain menu knowledge and give recommendations from...

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Server

  • DMK Burger Bar
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details DMK Burger Bar is hiring! DMK serves up award winning Chef Inspired Burgers, Hand Cut Fries and Decadent Milkshakes. Our newly remodeled bar and...

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Food Runner

  • Old Pueblo Cantina
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Understand the order taken by the Server and any changes in the menu, dietary restrictions, food allergies, etc. Assist the Chef in expediting the food to the dining room....

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barista - Store# 24782, NORMAL - MAIN & RAAB

  • Starbucks Coffee Company
  • Normal, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Company and benefits Job ID 260006247 Job Category Retail Stores Job Function Barista Job Level Individual Contributor Posting Date 02/03/2026 Expiration Date 05/04/2026 Pay 15.25 to 17.31 USD...

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PT Barista Chicago Armitage

  • Chobani LLC
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

at Chobani LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Summary We're looking for a Barista to bring energy, warmth, and unforgettable service to every cup we craft. If you're...

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Restaurant Team Member - Cashier

  • Panera Bread
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Deliver excellent guest service in every circumstance. Be informed about the priorities of the day....

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Server Full Time (Senior Living Community)

  • Senior Lifestyle
  • Park Ridge, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Park Ridge, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Company DescriptionDo you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence,...

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Cashier

  • Connies Pizza
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 13 hours ago

The Cashier will use cash registers, electronic scanners, and related equipment to conduct monetary transactions with customers. Responsibilities: Greets customers as they enter the location....

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Server

  • Connies Pizza
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

About the Role: As a Server at our location, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests. Your primary responsibility will be to provide attentive and...

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Busser

  • Connies Pizza
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Reports To: FOH Manager Job Summary: Busser will provide restaurant cleanliness, preparation and assistance services throughout the restaurant. Supervisory Responsibilities: None...

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Server (Earn up to $1,500/wk)

  • Hogsalt
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Observe all safety procedures, including following Hogsalt protocol for food allergies and dietary restrictions. Ensure proper payment is collected for each table or guest....

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Prepared Food Team Member

  • Sam's Club
  • Rockford, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 14 hours ago

... Do you have a knack for helping people, following recipes, and organization? Our prepared meal and rotisserie chicken associates prepare fresh food items daily for our members through...

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Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Wait Staff Jobs in Illinois

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Wait Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Wait Staffs in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.6%
Bachelor's Degree
21.5%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
Master's Degree
4.1%
Some College
3.8%
Some High School
3.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Wait Staffs in Illinois
Less than 1 year
34.0%
None
24.3%
1-2 years
24.0%
2-4 years
17.8%