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Barback Jobs in Chicago

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TTopography Hospitality-The Lake
Barback
Topography Hospitality-The Lake
Barback📍 Chicago$13/hr

The Lake, a private social club in Chicago's River North, seeks a skilled Barback to support its exceptional food and beverage program. This role requires a team player who can thrive in a fast-paced, elegant environment. The club offers a unique and inviting atmosphere.

Apply now → 5 days ago
HHappy Camper
Happy Camper Wrigley - Barback
Happy Camper
Barback📍 Chicago$14/hr

Happy Camper Wrigley seeks a skilled barback to join their vibrant team in an art-inspired space with great vibes. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and eager to grow with the brand. Delicious food and a lively atmosphere come standard.

Apply now → 6 days ago
AAvli Restaurant
Barback
Avli Restaurant
Barback📍 Chicago$17/hr

Avli, a creative Greek restaurant, seeks a Barback to join their team. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and providing exceptional guest experiences. Avli offers a lively atmosphere and contemporary Greek cuisine.

Apply now → 6 days ago
LLaCoco's Pizza
Barback
LaCoco's Pizza
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion

LaCoco's Pizza & Wings seeks a diligent team player to support bartenders and maintain a clean dining area. Late nights and weekends are required. A detail-oriented and organized individual is needed for this role.

Apply now → 6 days ago
HHouse of Blues
Aragon Ballroom - Barback
House of Blues
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion
Apply now → 1 wk ago
TThe Boss Bar
Barback Wanted
The Boss Bar
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion

The Boss Bar is hiring a part-time barback to join their team. They're looking for someone with a passion for hospitality. Apply now for a part-time role at this vibrant venue.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
TTwin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
Barback Wanted
Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion

Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern seeks a reliable barback to support their team. The ideal candidate is a team player with a strong work ethic. Historic tavern setting with opportunities for growth.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
PPressbox
Barback Wanted
Pressbox
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion

Pressbox is hiring a barback to join their team, seeking someone with energy and a teamwork mentality. This sports-themed venue offers full-time and part-time roles. Apply now to bring your skills to a dynamic environment.

Apply now → 2 wks ago
SSoho House & Co
Barback - Soho House Chicago
Soho House & Co
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion

Soho House Chicago seeks a skilled Barback to support bartenders and ensure seamless service. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and able to multitask. A well-organized and efficient individual is needed to maintain a well-stocked bar.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
TThe Langham Chicago
Part Time Barback
The Langham Chicago
Barback📍 ChicagoInquire for pay

Barback job at The Langham Chicago in Chicago.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
TThe Langham Chicago
Barback
The Langham Chicago
Barback📍 Chicago$16.70 to $20.88 per hour plus tips

Barback job at The Langham Chicago in Chicago.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
GGingie
Barback
Gingie
Barback📍 Chicago$13/hr

Barback job at Gingie in Chicago.

Apply now → 8 wks ago
HHawksmoor Chicago
Barback
Hawksmoor Chicago
Barback📍 ChicagoOpen to discussion

Barback job at Hawksmoor Chicago in Chicago.

Apply now → 11 wks ago
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Roughly $130–$260 on a strong night with tips — more at high-volume clubs and bottle service.

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FAQ

How do I get a barback job in Chicago?
The fastest route in Chicago is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Chicago bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a barback in Chicago?
Plenty of Chicago venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most barback jobs here.
How much do barbacks make in Chicago?
Chicago barbacks in River North and the West Loop earn steady tip-outs — the standard route into a bartending shift. Most working Chicago barbacks take home roughly $130–$260 on a strong night with tips.
What is Startender?
Startender is a private, invite-only network where Chicago venues discover and book hospitality talent directly — bartenders, servers, cooks, chefs, hosts and more. It’s free for talent: build a profile that works like a portfolio and get found by real restaurants, bars and clubs.

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