Restaurant Staff for hire in Springfield, IL

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    2,218

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    12%
    Leadership
    11%
    Time Management
    10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    86%
    Associate's degree
    14%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    3-5 years
    30%
    1-2 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • McDonald's
    • Sonic Drive-In
    • Jimmy John’s
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    1-2 years
    33%
    Less than a year
    17%

Browse Indeed's database of 2,218 profiles for Restaurant Staff in Springfield, IL

Last updated: Oct 25, 2026

Restaurant Staff: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Springfield, IL: $39,978 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $36,078 – $44,299 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Shift Lead

    Springfield, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitTanker EndorsementBartender LicenseChild Development Associate CertificationQIDP CertificationCertified Payroll Professional+22 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadership
  • Line Cook/Prep Cook

    Springfield, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy Lifting
  • Shift leader

    Springfield, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess Experience
  • Taco Johns crew member

    Springfield, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationCertified Dietary ManagerDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingHost/Hostess Experience
  • Kitchen Staff

    Springfield, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCDL aServsafe CertificationForklift CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipManagementCleaning
  • McDonalds Crew Member

    Springfield, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCaregiver CertificationCPRCNASenior Professional in Human Resources

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction Processing

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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 63 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 time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for restaurant staff?

Common licenses or certifications for restaurant staff include: Driver's License, Food Handler Certification and Servsafe Certification.

What are some job titles related to restaurant staff?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to restaurant staff include: cook/prep, waiter, maintenance, construction, etc, server and line cook/prep cook.

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 Springfield, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a restaurant staff?

Most restaurant staff have 10 years of professional experience.

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