What are some common "under the table" jobs?

Under Table Jobs.. this is a serious necessity despite it's dishonest connotations. How? Where? and When?

• MY SITUATION: I receive benefits that do not completely cover the cost of rent, food, medications, and especially not hygienic necessities. I have no pets, I have no roommates, I have no car, I don't do drugs, I don't buy movies, I don't have anything but a t1 line shared with 30-50 people which takes 3 minutes to load email. THE MAIN THING is that if it were documented that I am receiving any extra income, the government would reduce or obliterate what they are so generously granting me. (I simply want to be able to afford what I currently can't in the category of survival necessities.) 1. HOW? I have been posting my assets and abilities on Craigslist offering cheap services including anything from yard-work to baby-sitting.. to no avail. I have spoken with many temp agencies and hiring managers to whom I've explained my situation only to hear they're all "sticklers for doing things the right way" etc. 2. WHERE: I've read online that bars, the food industry, etc often have positions paid under the table.. but I never know how to bring up the question with out raising their eyebrows. Where might it be alright to mention I can't take the job if it's not paid under the table? 3. WHEN: I'm sure there are certain times of the year when these positions are in abundance. I'm clearly struggling and have been since the beginning of the summer - looking everywhere! No information you could give me will be useless. I am in desperate need. Thanks.

• Answer:

  Such jobs are indeed in cheaper restaurants (especially fast food and small non-chain setups), construction and agriculture. Ask for manager/owner and explain the situation. Other cash jobs are baby-sitting, tutoring and private art lessons. All of these are more effectively advertized via word of mouth, so start by offering to do it for friends for real cheap, or in exchange for food. It also hugely matters how you look and speak. People need to know that you are a reasonable and reliable person.