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La Josie

Bar Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

As the head of one of Chicago's premier Agave bar programs, you should be a skilled bartender with exceptional managerial and communicative capabilities. Besides taking over the standard ...

DEMITO'S SALOON

Bar Manager

Villa Park, IL

$18 - $22/hr

Job Title Bar Manager Job Summary Manages, controls, and plans the activities of the bar. General Accountabilities * Plans, supervises, and allocates the day-to-day operational activities of the bar.

DEMITO'S SALOON

Bar Manager

Villa Park, IL

$18 - $22/hr

Job Title Bar Manager Job Summary Manages, controls, and plans the activities of the bar. General Accountabilities * Plans, supervises, and allocates the day-to-day operational activities of the bar.

Rosati's Pizza

Bar Manager

Woodstock, IL · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Stock bar with liquor, beer, and wine * Clean glassware and stock bar with the appropriate amount of glasses * Manage reservations and event planning * Menu management for beer, wine, liquor and ...

Heihotels

Bar Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Maintains proper and adequate set-up of the bar on a daily basis. This includes requisitioning and stocking of all beer, wine, spirits, paper products, straws and stirrers, condiments and produce ...

Twin Peaks

Bar Back

Algonquin, IL · On-site

$7.25/hr

Pay Rate: $7.25 TWIN PEAKS BAR BACK GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB This job requires the Twin Peaks Bar Back to clean and maintain all things related to the Twin Peaks bar and its unique beverage program.

Twin Peaks

Bar Back

Warrenville, IL · On-site

Bar Back Position Summary The Bar Back is responsible for supporting the bar team by maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and full operational readiness of the bar area. This role ensures that ...

Twin Peaks

Bar Back

Oakbrook Terrace, IL · On-site

Bar Back Position Summary The Bar Back is responsible for supporting the bar team by maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and full operational readiness of the bar area. This role ensures that ...

Fitness Formula Clubs

Bar Server

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

$15.40/hr

Bar Server Job Type: Seasonal/Part-time Location: FFC Elmhurst Required Shifts: Monday-Thursday 11:30-4 PM, Friday-Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM (2-3 shifts weekly) Compensation: $15.40 per hour Age ...

MEDINAH COUNTRY CLUB

Bar Back

Medinah, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Ensure the bar is stocked with beer, wine, liquor, and juices as needed. * Ensure bar is stocked with freshly cut fruit with backup garnishes available. * Works on golf course (coolers). * Assists ...

MEDINAH COUNTRY CLUB

Bar Back

Medinah, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Ensure the bar is stocked with beer, wine, liquor, and juices as needed. * Ensure bar is stocked with freshly cut fruit with backup garnishes available. * Works on golf course (coolers). * Assists ...

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Salad Bar Lead

Deerfield, IL · On-site

Overview We are seeking a dedicated Salad Bar Team Lead to join our dynamic team. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth operation of our salad bar area, providing exceptional service to ...

Varsity Tutors

Bar Exam Tutor

Dekalb, IL · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Bar Exam tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility ...

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Bar Exam Tutor

Des Plaines, IL · Remote

$35 - $40/hr

About the Job The Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform has thousands of students looking for online Bar Exam tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have the flexibility ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for bar in Elgin, IL is $54,490.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,600.00 and $68,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Bar vs Bartender?

AspectBarBartender
Primary RoleEstablishments serving alcohol, managing overall operationsPreparing and serving drinks to customers
Required CredentialsNone specific, sometimes liquor licenses for ownersFood handler permits, alcohol service certifications
Work EnvironmentBars, pubs, nightclubs, restaurantsBars, restaurants, event venues
Industry UsageBusiness owner or manager of a barFrontline staff serving drinks

While a bar refers to the establishment or business itself, a bartender is the individual who prepares and serves drinks within that setting. The bar owner or manager oversees operations, whereas the bartender interacts directly with customers. Both roles are essential in the hospitality industry, but they differ in responsibilities and credentials.

What is a bar staff?

Bar staff are employees who work in bars, pubs, or similar establishments, serving drinks and sometimes food to customers. Their responsibilities often include taking orders, preparing and serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, handling payments, and maintaining cleanliness behind the bar. Bar staff may also check identification to ensure customers are of legal drinking age, restock supplies, and provide customer service to enhance the guest experience. In some cases, they may also help with setting up or closing the bar and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bartender, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Bartender, you need knowledge of drink recipes, mixology techniques, and safe alcohol service, often supported by completion of responsible beverage service training. Familiarity with bar POS systems, glassware, and bar equipment is typically required. Excellent customer service, multitasking, and communication skills help bartenders create positive guest experiences and handle busy shifts. These skills are essential for ensuring customer satisfaction, efficient service, and a safe, enjoyable bar environment.

What are some common challenges faced by bartenders during busy shifts, and how can they manage them effectively?

During busy shifts, bartenders frequently encounter challenges such as high order volumes, multitasking under pressure, and maintaining accuracy with drink orders. Effective time management, strong communication with barbacks and servers, and staying organized at the workstation are key strategies for handling these challenges. Building a system for quickly prioritizing orders and keeping a positive attitude with customers also helps ensure smooth service and a positive team dynamic.

What are different types of bar jobs?

Bar jobs include roles like a bartender, bar porter, host, server, and bar manager. In a bar job, you may work independently or as part of a restaurant to mix drinks, provide customer service to each patron, and monitor each customer's consumption of alcohol following local legislation. You may also help create and implement beverage policies and procedures, ensure adequate inventory, and help manage a budget. Many bar positions involve interacting with patrons to obtain feedback, preparing and serving food, and standing for extended periods. Some bars are regularly exposed to environmental factors like secondhand smoke or excessive noise.

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Infographic showing various Bar job openings in Elgin, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,490 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Bar Manager

La Josie

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

La Josie, a family-owned Bib Gourmand Mexican restaurant on Randolph Row, has been serving family recipes and supporting the best agave distillers from all regions of Mexico since May of 2017. In just a few short years, La Josie has become a beloved destination to eat, drink, and socialize in the West Loop. Besides our exceptional food menu, we pride ourselves on our unparalleled Agave program and One of the most meticulously-crafted cocktail menus in Chicago, we are constantly experimenting, refining, and learning more about the indigenous agave distillates of Mexico. 

La Josie is looking for a passionate, experienced bar lead to help with just that. As the head of one of Chicago’s premier Agave bar programs, you should be a skilled bartender with exceptional managerial and communicative capabilities. Besides taking over the standard administrative duties of a bar manager (maintaining the bar inventory, oversee day to day operations, communicating with reps, etc.), we are looking for someone who will develop new cocktails, dive deeper into the intricacies of Mexican agave production, and will be excited to share this knowledge with our team and our guests. 

Requirements

  • Motivated, innovative, creative.
  • Good knowledge of classic cocktails, general bar experience, well disciplined organization manner, special attention to detail regarding organization and cleanliness.
  • 3+ years of bartender experience
  • 1-2 years of leadership experience preferred 
  • Bilingual, Spanish required
  • Familiarity with Mexican cuisine and agave, and/or a willingness to learn more

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • BevSpot to maintain the bar inventory
    • Participating in daily and weekly orders for bar produce - beer, wine, and spirits
    • Establishing pars
    • Ensuring that receiving and stocking procedures are in-place and adhered to
  • Proposing and developing new cocktails and seasonal beer and wine pairings
    • Encouraging staff creativity and experimentation (within reason) 
  • Maintaining the Bar Bible and ensuring that the bar staff is adhering to the duties listed therein
    • daily side work, weekly deep cleaning, pars, recipes, etc.
  • Keeping up-to-date with agave spirits knowledge
  • Working with FOH on general agave knowledge, new additions to the back bar, new wines, beers, etc. 
  • Bar Prep. Creating, overseeing and participating when needed on Bar Prep responsibilities.
  • Training new bar staff on day-to-day operations and expectations
  • Managing the floor during service
    • Being prepared to handle managerial decisions behind the bar (responsible alcohol service, cash management, bartender duties, comp tabs, shift drink tabs, etc.)
    • working with the FOH and other floor managers to ensure all FOH staff are performing their duties and creating a great environment for our guests
    • performing closing tasks and helping other floor managers to check out FOH staff at the end of a shift
  • Displaying professional leadership and communication skills
    • Helping cultivate and maintain an inclusive, positive and safe working environment for the entire staff
    • Using,Slack to stay in constant communication with our team
    • Being an integral part of our management team and consulting with Pepe, FOH, office and event management on all aspects of restaurant operations
  • Maintaining bar equipment 
    • Ensuring deep cleaning and general maintenance of the bar itself, bar prep area, draft lines, cocktail kegs, slushie machine, coolers, tools, etc.
  • Bartending
    • 3-4 shifts behind the bar (1 admin day as needed in consultation with Pepe)
    • Leading the bar team by example

Minimum Qualifications

  • Servsafe certifications
  • Ability to handle stress under pressure
  • Willingness to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy work environment
  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Familiarity with Toast and Slack is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Ability to be flexible and open-minded about job demands
  • Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant (generally between 0-50 lbs.)
  • Ability to work varied schedules, as business dictates
  • Ability to stand for 8-10 hours a day
La Josie is an equal opportunity employer. If you are innovative, have a knack for business, like to be challenged, and like the sound of this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!
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