An employer may not force an employee to work through a meal break. Employees must be afforded reasonable bathroom breaks.Illinois employers must provide a meal break to employees who work at least seven and a half continuous hours. This break must be at least 20 minutes long. In Chicago, Illinois, employees who are scheduled for shifts of 7.5 hours (and less than 12 hrs) are entitled to a meal break of at least 20 minutes. Illinois labor laws require employers to provide a 20minute meal break for employees who work at least 7.5 consecutive hours. The Fair Workweek Ordinance requires certain employers to provide workers with predictable work schedules and compensation for changes. An employer may not require any hotel room attendant to work during a break period. If you aren't sure about the rights that you have, reach out to the Office of Labor Standards to learn more about your rights. It's free and confidential.