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Daniella was easy to work with and always answered messages promptly. She was professional and friendly and made our guests feel welcomed and at ease. She was a joy to have working with us. I would highly recommend Daniella to any one.

Hospitality: Bartender

$150

Chloe is amazing, super hard working and an absolute pleasure - highly recommend.

Bar Staff for a gallery opening 5-8pm

$100

Hired Felix for my 23rd, birthday and he was fantastic!! Our bartender cancelled the day before and Felix was able to step in so last minute. Guests were very happy as well :)

Bartender to make cocktails for guests

$320

Very likeable

Qualified bartender

$250

Amy was absolutely incredible. Highly recommend her for any of your events. Attentive, organised and a great vibe. All of my guests thought she was the star of the show. Definitely book her for your event.

Bartender for 30th party, Southbank

$250

Guilherme and his team were absolutely amazing and professional.

I need two Bartenders to Serve Drinks & make 1 cocktail for a lunch.

$400

What's the average cost of a bartender

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Through Airtasker, you don’t need to hop around the different bars in your area to find your preferred bartender. You can do this through our platform by reading through the profiles of different Taskers to see who can make your favourite drink!

Spirits, beer, and wine are essential for specific celebrations. It takes the ambience and mood of any place to another level. But sometimes, you might want to decide what you are serving to your party or restaurant guests. A bartending service made especially for your needs gives a unique touch to help create unforgettable memories.

Let your Tasker help you with your bartending needs. All you have to do is put up a task, and then you’ll receive offers in minutes. Compare their review and ratings, and choose the Tasker best suited for you. The next thing you have to do is communicate what drinks you want to be sipping soon!

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Top Bartending related questions

Yes, bartenders can service non-alcoholic beverages. These are known as “mocktails”. They are flavoured like popular alcoholic beverages minus the alcohol. You can go through the menu with your Tasker. You can set a drinks menu for the evening or simply brief them on popular drinks customers look for at the bar. 

For restaurants, leftover liquor is properly stored by employees and bartenders. There is no need to worry about what happens to it. For events, most liquor is shouldered by you. So, it is your decision on what will happen to leftovers. You can choose to store the liquor back at home or give them away to guests. Just be sure to give them away responsibly!

It is always great to look for experience and skill in a bartender you hire. They need to be able to prepare many alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages asked by customers. Bartenders should have good communication skills and can assess a customer’s needs and preferences to make recommendations. 

Be sure to hire a bartender with a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate. This shows that a bartender went through Technical and Further Education (TSA) in hospitality schools, private training institutes or online courses. It is also a plus if they completed certificates in hospitality. It is crucial to make sure bartenders for hire have this to avoid any complications upon hiring them. 

What do bartending services include?

From martinis to cosmopolitans, you can rely on bartenders to shake things up. Alcoholic drinks are always an excellent addition to the menu for any occasion. You can even have someone cater cocktails for a fancier affair. Here are some services you can get when hiring bar staff:  

Full-service bartending

Depending on the occasion, you can hire a full bartending service. They offer different packages depending on the size of your event. Complete services include the bartenders, barbacks, mixing, drinks, and serving equipment. Some services also have separate packages available if you want to provide the alcohol for your event. Some go to the lengths to plan a special menu of drinks for the occasion. Taskers will be in charge of setting up the bar, serving the drinks, and even cleaning up afterwards.

Planning the menu

You can add flair to any hospitality service with a customised menu. It is a good idea to hire someone who has attention to detail. Some cocktail bartenders for hire include menu planning to their services. This may consist of planning sessions and pre-event tasting. They can also customise menus based on speciality drinks, fresh and seasonal ingredients, and the theme of an event. 

Choosing a mobile bar

A mobile bartender brings the party to any venue with a bar on wheels. You can have it set up at any location, like hotel function rooms or your backyard. You have the option to customise its look depending on the theme. It is an efficient option because of the many elements present on the bar. The panel bars and folding shelves of a mobile bar make it easier to serve guests their favourite cocktails during private events. 

Mixing speciality cocktails and drinks

When hiring a cocktail bartender, you are usually after their skills and speciality drinks. You may need to provide the spirits, wine, and beer. You may also need to provide equipment for them although some choose to bring their own equipment. Professionals may speak with you in advance to advise you on what drinks to provide. It is essential to communicate what drinks you want to be served during your party or corporate event.

Recent Bartending tasks

Bartending for NYE event

$50

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

21st Dec 2025

Making cocktails for our guest. Hourly rate only 25-30 people 7.30-11pm We will provide all alcohol. We request you bring your own cocktail making equipment. We will be giving our guest option of two cocktails to choose from and this will be based on your recommendation .

Professional bartender

$10

Rowville VIC, Australia

21st Dec 2025

Shoot me your offers please I need a professional bartender on 31st of December for 4 hours from 4.30 pm - 8.30 pm With equipment

NYE Party Helper – Clearing Plates & Serving Drinks (No Bartending)

$40

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

21st Dec 2025

Hi! We’re hosting a New Year’s Eve party at our home and are looking for a reliable, friendly person to help keep things tidy during the night. The role is very straightforward and low-stress, mainly helping us enjoy the party without worrying about mess. ABOVE RATE IS HOURLY Tasks include: • Clearing empty plates, glasses and rubbish • Light tidy-ups of common areas (kitchen/living areas) • Handing out beers, wines and soft drinks (no cocktail making required) • Refilling eskies / fridges as needed Details: 📍 Location: Private home 📅 Date: New Year’s Eve ⏰ Time: 7.30-11pm 👕 Dress: Preferable black 🍻 Alcohol will be provided to guests — you don’t need an RSA, but experience at parties/events is a bonus Perfect for someone who is: • Friendly and proactive • Comfortable around small crowds • Happy to help with general party upkeep Please let me know your availability, any relevant experience, and your hourly rate.

Bartender serving cocktails on New Year’s Eve

$300

Blacktown NSW, Australia

21st Dec 2025

Serving cocktails to friends gathering for New Year’s Eve.

Looking for Bartender house party very small group

$250

Kellyville NSW, Australia

20th Dec 2025

Very small group 20 people most of them spirit drinkers.will keep only 2-3 cocktails.bar already hired .Party start at 8.00pm and finish at 1.00pm thanks

Experienced Bartender needed - Christmas party

$250

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

19th Dec 2025

Bartender needed for tonight 4pm to 10:30pm Docklands Simple menu Around 100 guests

Thanks for helping out

Experienced Bartender needed - Christmas party

$250

Docklands VIC, Australia

19th Dec 2025

Bartender needed for tonight 4pm to 10:30pm Docklands Simple menu Around 100 guests

Bartender and help cleaning up after event

$300

Dover Heights NSW, Australia

19th Dec 2025

Bartender Serving drinks Making simple cocktails from recipe Help cleaning up at dinner with approx 25 guests From 630-1030pm

Glassy, Bar Staff casual

$35

Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

19th Dec 2025

Needed glassy or experienced bar staff $35/hours starting 4.30pm

Thank you for your helpful

Bartender, make mocktails for babyshower

$200

Scarborough WA, Australia

19th Dec 2025

Looking at having a bartender to make mocktails at a babyshower event, at this stage only after mocktails, event is for 50 people for 3hours Happy to provide ingredients and crockery Will need help with cleaning

Bartender job on boat party

$400

Gladesville NSW, Australia

8th Dec 2025

Hi! I am seeking a bartender to work on a 30 passenger boat party from 12:00pm-5-00pm in the Sydney harbour. Boarding at Gladesville Bridge Marina and hopping off at Rose Bay Marina

Thanks for your help on Friday! Your team member was fantastic and really helped our crew out on board with service. Cheers :)

Bartender to make cocktails for a Party

$200

Chapel Hill QLD, Australia

6th Dec 2025

Bartender to make cocktails for a Birthday party. We will provide the alcohol required. Just tell us the requirements + bonus if you have a bar cart.

Great service, good overall service, good cocktails.

Bartender/Mixologist

$250

Redfern NSW, Australia

1st Dec 2025

Hi! I’m looking for a friendly and experienced bartender/mixologist to help make cocktails and serve drinks at my birthday party this Saturday. Event details: Date: Saturday 6 December Time: 7:00pm–10:00pm Location: Redfern Guests: ~15 people What I need: Mixing and serving a small selection of cocktails Pouring wine, beer and simple mixed drinks Bringing your own bartending tools (shaker, strainer, jigger, etc.) What I’ll provide: All alcohol & mixers Glassware (Open to hiring) Ice & garnishes Parking Ideal person: Prior bartending or mixology experience Friendly, reliable and good with guests Able to work independently and keep drinks flowing

Great service! Would book again for future events

Bartender

$200

Wyndham Vale VIC, Australia

29th Nov 2025

Need a bartender for a birthday event.

She’s the best at what she does ♥️

Bartender

$360

Hope Island QLD, Australia

27th Nov 2025

I need 2 x bartenders for my work Christmas party Basic drinks 2/3 easy cocktails (espresso already pre made) 1.30pm to 9.30pm $45 an hour Super easy and fun gig! All alcohol supplied About 30/40 guests

Amazing, punctual, lovely girl!

Help bartend my event opening

$180

Seddon VIC, Australia

27th Nov 2025

I would like someone to bar tend a hair salon opening event. You will need to pour drinks i.e champagne, wine or serve canned spritzers and soft drink (no mixing of cocktails required) You will also need to clean glassware and keep the service area tidy during the event. Experience in this field would be appreciated. Hours 1:30pm arrival for 2-6pm event

Lidy was absolutely fantastic! She was asked to bartend a salon opening and her skills, service, attention to detail and presentation was outstanding. I would definitely recommend her for all my future events. Thank you Lidy!

I need 2 a bartender for the Birthday party . From 4 pm to 9 pm

$200

Burbank QLD, Australia

24th Nov 2025

I need Bartender for few hour for a birthday party start 4 pm to 9 pm this is a private property in Burbank Brisbane

Very Independent and Reliable. She makes everything Easy . High Recommended.

Bartending / Drinks service for lunch

$225

Gordon Park QLD, Australia

24th Nov 2025

Looking for someone to help with drinks service for a lunch of 14 people between 11.30am and 3.30pm. May also include some tidying up and other jobs as required. Drinks will mostly be beer and wine. Some spirits and if you have cocktail experience great but we really only need someone who can do a basic aperol spritz!

Very happy with the great work of Viraj. Made sure everyone had a good time. Cocktails were excellent and he was very helpful cleaning up and pitching in for everything else as needed.

Cocktail and bar staff

$400

Fairlight NSW 2094, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

Cocktail staff and bar staff with light serving duties. We have a private house party for 22 guests. Start 5 pm to 9 pm To serve margaritas, vodka soda, wine and beer. We will have drop off catering and will need to present the catering on platters so guests can help themselves. Clean and wash glasses as you go and a quick tidy up before leaving. Cocktail bar staff must know how to make a good margarita. We will provide the alcohol and ingredients. Must also bring your own Cocktail utensils.

Awesome team. Would hire them again

Thanksgiving Waiter, Bartender and kitchen prep

$410

West Pymble NSW, Australia

20th Nov 2025

As discussed. 5 hours to help with Thanksgiving event. - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01KAG3WYY7VSZQ6EG0J2CP61ZJ

Our second time using Rodney and he was as amazing as the first experience. So well organised and communicative with us all. Thank you again!!