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Hiring in Chicago

It shouldn't take hours to find workers in Chicago. However, if you use conventional methods to post a job in Chicago, you can end up wasting time. Are you on the lookout for an employee in Chicago? Here are some more effective ways to begin the quest for new employees.

More information about recruiting hourly workers in Chicago can be found in the sections below. We've updated the Chicago section with useful geographic and professional knowledge. You'll also come across online and local tools that can help you improve the recruiting process right away.

Chicago City Overview

The population of Chicago is estimated to be about 2,170,000 people. Every day, art, fine dining, sports arenas, and cultural exhibits draw visitors to Chicago. With its big city population and proximity to the suburbs, finding valuable hourly workers in Chicago should not be difficult. 

With the current unemployment rate of about 8.8%, you should have a valuable pool of candidates to choose from. Often, since it is so close to the suburbs and offers excellent public transit, the city of Chicago has a large number of people who commute to work every day. This gives access to a wider pool of candidates to choose from.

Chicago Businesses

Chicago is the third largest city in the U.S., making it home to many flourishing industries. It is mainly known for being a leader in manufacturing in the areas of food, metals, and plastics. While manufacturing is the largest industry the city is still home to many restaurants, museums, and sports teams. This makes it a beacon for hourly employees looking for jobs in warehouses,sports arenas and restaurants. 

Hiring Resources in Chicago

It's no surprise that the region has some of the best local recruiting opportunities in the world, given its population. Many of them are tailored to specific industries. For example, sports arenas in Chicago can find professional and skilled industry workers through a website called workinsports.com.

You can also post help-wanted ads in local Chicago area papers, such as:

Hiring Resources Online

Employee recruitment via the internet is becoming more popular in Chicago and beyond. There are many excellent resources available to assist you in this endeavor. ZipRecruiter, for example, can connect you with tens of thousands of job seekers in the Chicago area.

Other great online hiring resources include:

See who is already posting jobs and hiring in  Chicago, Illinois

Applications
4793
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Indeed Sponsored, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Trovit, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Recruit Net
Delivery Drivers- No CDL Required for Summit Delivery Company in Chicago. This is a description.

Be a FedEx Delivery Driver at Summit Delivery Company !!!


Starting Pay: $22 per hour


Benefits offered after just 30 days!


Movers and furniture delivery drivers please apply!


Free DOT Medical Card Provided


Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess a valid ...Read more
Applications
4150
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Facebook, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Trovit, Snagajob, Recruit Net
Cashier for Five Point Wings dba Wingstop in Chicago. This is a description.

Wingstop’s mission is to serve the world flavor. Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand-cut seasoned fries and any of our famous sides. For people who demand flavor in everything they do, there's ...Read more

Applications
3991
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, ZipRecruiter, Indeed Sponsored, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Recruit Net
Delivery Drivers $200/day No CDL for Summit Delivery Company in Niles. This is a description.

Be a FedEx Delivery Driver at Summit Delivery Company !!!


Starting Pay: $22 per hour, then $200/day after training


Benefits offered after just 30 days!


Free DOT Medical Card Provided


Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess a ...Read more
Applications
3381
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, ZipRecruiter, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Recruit Net
Delivery Drivers $200/day for Northwest Express, Inc. in Niles. This is a description.

Start your career as a FedEx Delivery Driver with Northwest Express, a Contracted Service Provider for FedEx. 


Starting pay: $22/hr. $200 daily rate after training.


HIRING BONUS! $250 after 90 days (3 months), $250 again after 180 (6 months)!


Get health ...Read more

Applications
3072
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, ZipRecruiter, Indeed Sponsored, Jooble, Post Job Free, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Recruit Net
Delivery Drivers $22/hr No CDL for Summit Delivery Company in La Grange Highlands. This is a description.

Be a FedEx Delivery Driver at Summit Delivery Company !!!


Starting Pay: $22 per hour


Benefits offered after just 30 days!


Movers and furniture delivery drivers please apply!


Free DOT Medical Card Provided


Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess ...Read more
Applications
2859
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, ZipRecruiter, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Recruit Net
Delivery Drivers- $22/hr Experienced- No CDL for Northwest Express, Inc. in Carol Stream. This is a description.

Start your career as a FedEx Delivery Driver with Northwest Express, a Contracted Service Provider for FedEx. 


Starting Pay: $22 per hour


After training, drivers who are qualified to drive trucks over 10k pounds will be ...Read more

Applications
2517
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Facebook, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Trovit, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Snagajob, Recruit Net
Team Member for Susubev Jamba Juice in Chicago. This is a description.

Working in a Jamba store is different from any other job.  You are creating memories of connection with our guests every day from all over the world.  You will handcraft healthy and nutritional smoothies and juices and build relationships ...Read more

Applications
2473
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Facebook, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Trovit, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent
Crew Member for Srec Dba Dunkin Donuts in Chicago. This is a description.

We are looking for Crew Members to join our Dunkin' team! Crew Members are responsible for delivering great and friendly guest experiences. They prepare products according to operational and quality standards and serve them with enthusiasm in a ...Read more

Applications
2460
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Facebook, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Trovit, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Snagajob, Recruit Net
AM Team Member for Susubev Jamba Juice in Orland Park. This is a description.

Jamba Juice is hiring Restaurant Team Members for Morning shifts!!

Guest satisfaction is at the heart of this position. Team Members are responsible for preparing high quality products and empowered to deliver an exceptional guest experience. ...Read more

Applications
2304
Job boards
Posted on Indeed, Monster, Google, Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Jooble, Jobisjob, Post Job Free, Trovit, Jobcase, My Job Helper, Talent, Recruit Net
The Spa Receptionist for The NOW Massage South Loop & Wicker Park in Chicago. This is a description.

The NOW Massage mission is to enlighten those who desire to mix mindfulness with massage to bring about completely different experience in self-care. Our approach is curated around our ideology which benefits everyone: ...Read more

Frequently Asked Questions about hiring in Chicago

What is the best way to find and hire in Chicago near me?
Online job boards are the best place to find qualified Chicago applicants. Employers posting their Chicago jobs on Indeed get about 15 applications from that board on average.
Which job boards should I post on to find Chicago applicants?
You should post to multiple job boards at once. The most successful job postings for Chicago are on Indeed – but on average, employers post to 13 boards at the same time, using tools like Workstream. Publishing to multiple job boards at once helps you get your first applicant in 10 hours on average, which is shorter than the average for Chicago positions.
What's the best way to communicate with applicants looking for a role in Chicago?
SMS has 91% open rates which is higher than phone call or Email. Text to hire today!
Is it OK to text Chicago job applicants?
Hourly paid workers are actually more engaged when texting about jobs. We have found that text messages are 117% better than email at getting an applicant's response. Have a look at Workstream, which automates the process of texting and uses a phone number specifically assigned to your job post so you don’t have to use your personal phone.
Can I use a different phone number to engage Chicago applicants via text message?
Yes, tools such as Workstream provide custom phone numbers that allow employers to engage with applicants through their tool without having to use a personal or business cell phone.

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We provide templates for everything from job postings to offer letters. Send links to docs and tax forms via text message so new hires sign digital copies.

What other Chicago owners
think about hiring through Workstream

"Yes, really helped in organizing my hiring process!"


Protech Dispatch Solutions


Currently hiring on Workstream for:

Dispatcher

Customer service

"Time saving for recruiting process at store level, and above store level."


Great Service Restaurants dba Jamba


Currently hiring on Workstream for:

Shift Manager

Team Member

Assistant Manager

"Streamlined and organized my hiring."


Smoothinator


Currently hiring on Workstream for:

Team Member

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