Restaurant Staff for hire in Chicago, IL
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Leadership10%Organizational Skills8%Education level
High school diploma or GED72%Associate's degree14%Vocational or technical training9%Years of experience
6-10 years50%More than 10 years30%3-5 years20%Current company
Carrabba's Italian Grill
McDonald's
Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Time at current job
Less than a year38%1-2 years25%2-5 years25%
Browse Indeed's database of 38,458 profiles for Restaurant Staff in Chicago, IL
Last updated: Sep 30, 2026
Restaurant Staff: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Chicago, IL: $44,114 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $38,311 – $50,795 yearly
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Lead Host
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsBarista ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementCash RegisterAssistant Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipFast Casual ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementRestaurant Manager
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Certified Dietary ManagerServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementCulinary ExperienceManagementLine Cook / Prep Cook
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingHost/Hostess ExperienceCasual Dining ExperiencePrep Cook
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafe+1 moreSkills
Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsBarbecueFast Casual ExperienceAnalysis SkillsShift Manager (full-time)
Chicago, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Servsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Barista ExperienceFast Casual ExperienceCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportFood and Beverage Industry Expertise
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What's the average time to fill a restaurant staff role?
The average time to fill a restaurant staff role is 58 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do restaurant staff tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a restaurant staff include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for restaurant staff?
Common licenses or certifications for restaurant staff include: Servsafe, Food Handler Certification and Driver's License.
What are some job titles related to restaurant staff?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to restaurant staff include: assistant manager, general manager and lead host.
What level of education is common for a restaurant staff?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a restaurant staff in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a restaurant staff?
Most restaurant staff have 9 years of professional experience.
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