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Filling shifts can be a major cause of headaches in the hospitality industry. Thanks to Qwick, hospitality staffing in Chicago just got a lot easier. Through our easy-to-use, efficient platform, you can connect with hospitality talent and fill shifts fast. We support businesses of all sizes in matching with qualified freelancers, including stadiums, caterers, hotels, and more. With an easy-to-use app, Qwick makes filling FOH, BOH, and event staffing shifts in the Windy City a breeze.
Bartender
Mixologist
Restaurant Server
Food Runner
Busser
Barista
Dishwasher
Line Cook
Prep Cook
Food Assembler
General Labor
General Cleaning
Event Chef
Banquet Cook
Banquet Server
Banquet Captain
Concession Worker
Event Help
Your food service staffing needs might change by the day, but luckily, our platform was built with this in mind. Qwick helps you fill over 20 different shift types in every corner of the hospitality industry to connect you with dishwashers, line cooks, banquet servers, and everything in between. Even better, our algorithm learns what and who works best for your business to fill every shift with the very best match.
Your shifts won’t be filled by just anyone, either, thanks to our careful vetting process. We ensure that each freelancer has the appropriate experience and certifications for the shifts they work. Meanwhile, our two-way rating system helps elevate talent so that you can connect with 5-star freelancers and build a custom preference pool of people you want to work with again in the future.
Qwick makes kitchen, restaurant, and catering staffing simple with our easy-to-use platform. Our system allows you to fill shifts fast whether you need a dishwasher tomorrow or a banquet server for an event next week. Using Qwick is as simple as posting a shift and connecting with thousands of experienced Freelancers in Chicago.
Professionals are vetted before joining, and our rating system helps elevate talent along the way.
Our system learns what and who works best for your business to pair each shift with the best possible match.
With adjustable rates and an easy-to-use app, our platform is designed to accommodate all types of hiring needs.
Our team is always only a text away to support you and answer questions.
Just ask our regulars
Qwick has been instrumental in providing our company with top-notch staff for our events. Their ability to source quality personnel efficiently has significantly contributed to the success of our projects.
George K.
Memoir Agency
515+
shifts filled with Qwick
I recommend Qwick any chance I get. Qwick has been able to not only fill the shifts, but the quality of professionals from other temp agencies in the field does not compare! The easy-to-use app allows me to post shifts within minutes and have a qualified professional in my unit. Great Job!
Vanessa D.
Eurest
7,200+
shifts filled with Qwick
In our experience working with temporary labor companies (15+ yrs), Qwick has been by far the best overall. The quality of professionals is far superior.
Guillermo V.
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
4,580+
shifts filled with Qwick
Qwick has been an invaluable partner, providing excellent staffing coverage for our Independent Living Communities nationwide. Using Qwick is not only cost-effective compared to traditional temp agencies but also offers the flexibility to hire without a buyout fee, similar to a 'try before you buy' approach.
Courtney Z.
Resort Lifestyle Communities
2,730+
shifts filled with Qwick
I wholeheartedly endorse Qwick for their outstanding service and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. If you are in search of a reliable and customer-focused event support service, Qwick is undoubtedly the right choice!
Sara N.
Alonti Catering
940+
shifts filled with Qwick
They are reliable, consistent, and supportive. Their service is top notch. Their platform is easy to use and updates are always given promptly.
Laura M.
Tres LA Group
1,960+
shifts filled with Qwick
I was even able to hire a few professionals to join our team full-time. Qwick solved a staffing crisis for me in one week, and now I no longer need to post for emergency shifts.
Kyle D.
Westlake Wine Bar
130+
shifts filled with Qwick
Your company has been a life-saver during the past couple months. I'm so glad that your team members enjoy coming here, as much as we love having them.
Josh M.
Park Tavern
550+
shifts filled with Qwick
Highly recommend every single staff member I have tonight. I hope they work all my events. Thank you for making my job the easiest it’s been in quite awhile.
Jade W.
Bryan Glazer Family JCC
1,850+
shifts filled with Qwick
I love the model that Qwick has established of allowing employers to hire workers FT without any conversion fee!
Elsie W.
Eataly
1,530+
shifts filled with Qwick
Where has Qwick been all my life? I just used this service for the first time in Nashville, TN and hands down easiest and most effective way I have hired so far in my 7 years of business.
Chadwick W.
Rice Rice Baby!
175+
shifts filled with Qwick
Whatever shifts you need to fill, you can rely on Qwick for convenient hospitality staffing in Chicago. Whether you need staff for a conference in Hyde Park or a bartender for your event venue in the West Loop, Qwick has you covered. We support our business partners according to their specific hiring needs, from helping fill a shift after a call-out to assisting with kitchen staffing on a recurring weekly basis.
With Qwick, you can trust that you’re working with qualified talent that will help you get the job done right. Our algorithm matches you with the right talent for the job, ensuring freelancers have the experience and qualifications necessary to provide you with peace of mind.
We don’t just stop at connecting you with qualified talent, either—Qwick is here to help at every step. We’re always just a text message away to answer any questions or provide support. Our goal is to provide you with exceptional service in every interaction.
We already staff shifts across areas in Chicagoland, like Evanston, Oak Brook, and even as far west as Naperville, so we’re ready to help cover your shifts too.
When Adam Jed approached Qwick about helping his upscale new American eatery and market, Bluestem, the assumption was that the restaurant needed what most of Qwick’s restaurant partners need: staff in a pinch.
In reality, Adam was looking for a different kind of partnership. Like in many major urban centers, the pandemic ravaged San Francisco’s dining scene. Diners were hesitant to eat out which left many hospitality workers out of jobs. In the wake of the rebound, Adam saw an opportunity to offer an antidote via Bluestem. Instead of hiring full time workers, he decided to build a decentralized staffing model, which would rely on many part time workers, offering more individuals a chance to get back on their feet while allowing Bluestem to operate more nimbly to meet market demands.
Qwick is proud to play an instrumental role in making this staffing program flow by connecting Bluestem to 30+ freelancers each month.
Yes, we offer fully W-2-compliant talent who have undergone our standard Qwick vetting process (1 year of relevant experience, hospitality quiz) in addition to I-9 verification, background checks, state-specific required training, 1:1 interviews, plus more!
To tap into our W-2 talent pool, simply notify your account manager after signing up, or text our support team at 79425.
For 1099, we charge 40% on top of the professional's hourly pay and give you the flexibility to set your own rates. (We advocate for livable wages, and recommend rates based on demand and seasonality to ensure your shifts are filled with the best talent.)
For W-2, the markup depends on different factors, such as your anticipated shift volume and specific business needs. To get a quote, you may do any of the following:
We verify that all Qwick professionals have at least one year of relevant experience in the shifts they’re qualified for and confirm their qualifications during a personal orientation. We also validate each professional’s food and alcohol handling certifications as needed for various shift types.
Any professional you’ve rated 5-stars will be offered first pick at future shifts with your business. You can build your custom roster of preferred talent by rating professionals after each shift.
Feel free! When you (inevitably) find someone you’d like to hire full time, you can do so with no additional fees.
We’re rapidly expanding across the country to help you fill shifts from our network of talented hospitality professionals in 20+ US cities. View the full list here.
