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Hannah was wonderful. We will certainly be booking her again for future events 😊

Help bartend my party

$250

Esteban was so efficient and great at making not only our standard drinks for 150 alone but even cocktails! Worked so fast and great. Thank you so much, will book again for sure!

A bartender for a home engagement, all ingredients supplied

$350

Duygu did a great job! Very helpful at making and serving drinks. I would definitely recommend.

Bartender, making drinks

$350

Hiring Bri as the bartender for my event was the best decision I made!!!!! She was so friendly, organised, ensured everything was cleaned and most importantly - the drinks were awesome. Thank you so much Bri and I’ll be keeping you in mind for future events!

Wanted: a bartender for a private party!

$10

Amazing bartender! Every drink was made with perfection and our guests were thoroughly impressed. We will definitely use him again! Thanks Tim!

Bartending

$200

Rod is a fabulous bartender with a magical touch. The cocktails were yummy and presentation was amazing. He was a huge hit with guests, cleaned as he went and left everything clean and in place. Thank you Rod for making our night so special.

Bartender

$350

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$200

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$258

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$350

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Why book a bartending service through Airtasker?

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

Derby Day 🐎 BARTENDER WANTED

$200

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

1st Oct 2026

AIRTASKER AD – BARTENDER WANTED FOR DERBY DAY 🐎🍸 4 HOURS 12:30-4:30 Looking for a fun, experienced bartender to join us for Derby Day at Flemington! We’re hosting a group in our booth and would love someone to come along and make delicious cocktails, keep the drinks flowing and bring some good energy for a few hours! Details: * 📍 Flemington Racecourse – Derby Day * 🍸 Cocktail making and serving drinks in our private booth * ⏰ A few hours throughout the day (times TBC) * 🎟️ Entry ticket will be organised and covered by us * 🥂 Looking for someone friendly, professional and confident making cocktails * 🤵 Dress code: We’d love you dressed in a cute little suit to match our Derby Day aesthetic! All ingredients and alcohol can be organised beforehand. Ideally, someone with a great personality who knows how to make a fabulous martini and bring a little extra fun to the day! Please send through your experience, availability and hourly rate. Looking forward to celebrating! 🖤🤍🍸

Bartender for a first birthday party

$150

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

1st Oct 2026

It’ll be a relaxed family event. We’re just looking for someone friendly and experienced to serve drinks and make basic mixed drinks throughout the afternoon. $50 per hour You’ll need to bring your own basic bartending equipment/tools. We’ll provide the alcohol, mixers, glassware and ice. Nothing overly complicated — just someone who can keep drinks flowing and the bar area tidy.

Was a great bartender

Bar staff

$200

Point Piper NSW 2027, Australia

1st Oct 2026

Looking for bar staff to help set up bars and organise alcohol ahead of the night

super amazing help!!!

Bartender for 2 hour event Friday 23rd of October

$200

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

1st Oct 2026

Bartender for 2 hour event - likely 3 hours total

Qualified bartender for 2 hour event - design menu of 4 cocktails

$200

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

1st Oct 2026

Design a menu of 4 cool and delicious cocktails (and let us know what drinks/ingredients to buy, or buy them yourself to be reimbursed) Make said cocktails and serve wine/soft drinks between 6:30pm - 8:30pm on Friday 23rd of October 2026. Extra points if: - You can bring/decorate a table to be a mobile bar (not essential!) - Bring drinking serving ware (glasses) for about 50 people (not essential!)

Bartender for house party

$300

Aspendale Gardens VIC 3195, Australia

1st Oct 2026

We are looking for a in house bartender to make 4-5 different cocktails for a house party we are hosting. Bar experience require to ensure each cocktail is accurate and enjoyable 7 to 10pm

Bartender for private event

$250

Bangalow NSW 2479, Australia

17th Sep 2026

I need a bartender with an RSA to help take orders/payment and serve beer and wine for a private event. You will be working alongside me, and I will provide everything needed. Shift- 4:30pm-9:30pm Black pants and white shirt, apron will be provided.

Rachel was super friendly and reliable. Would love to have her help again

Bartender for 3 hours

$120

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

13th Sep 2026

🍸 Bartender needed for a hens party – Sydney CBD 🍸 Hey guys! I’m looking for someone who can bartend for a small private party on Saturday 26th September 😊 📍 Meriton Suites, Sydney CBD ⏰ 4:30pm – 7:30pm (3 hours) 👯‍♀️ Around 17–18 girls 💰 $40/hour – $120 I’m mainly looking for someone who is comfortable making mixed drinks/basic cocktails and keeping the drinks flowing throughout the afternoon/evening. All alcohol, mixers and ingredients will be provided — just need someone who knows what they’re doing behind the bar and is happy to serve drinks for the 3 hours!

If I could give Chloe six stars I would! She was absolutely wonderful! I highly recommend her for any event or task you might need help with.

Bartender

$500

Heidelberg West VIC, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Need a drink making / kitchen hand person for birthday party at home. Basic cocktail knowledge, help with cooking and cleaning looking for someone can do a bit of everything.

Izzy was so easy to work with, very professional and best person to work with.

Bartender (just wines) 5pm to 10pm

$150

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Need a bartender for a private formal event this Saturday 5 to 10pm in Prahan. It is just wine from the bar. Paid

Izzy was the BEST bartender! I couldnt reccomend her more highly! Loveliest person, helpful, just jumped right in, saved the event, helped out in so many ways! Will book Izzy and tell all my friends to as well. She also packed it all up!

Need 1x Bar Staff for footy match - Saturday

$140

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Need someone with RSA to staff a small bar in a local footy club from 2pm to 6pm. Very limited drinks menu (beer, sparkling, soft drink). Simple EFT terminal.

Giselle was awesome. We highly recommend.

Bartender Wanted

$250

Perth WA 6000, Australia

25th Aug 2026

I have a Cowboy themed party on Thursday evening and I need two bartenders/ waitstaff to help me. Start time: 5pm - 11pm Venue: Perth CBD You will be making one signature cocktail (espresso martinis) and pouring wines + serving canned drinks. You will also help me clear glasses and plates and run the dishwasher as needed. There will be ~120 guests. We have a mechanical bull + Big Dons Smoked Meats catering so it should be a fun night. I’d love you to dress up for the occasion (everyone else will be as well)!

Scott was great. Would absolutely hire him again for my bartending/hospitality needs

Bartender needed

$120

Birchgrove NSW 2041, Australia

21st Aug 2026

Hello, Need a bartender for about 4 hours for a 30th birthday. We will provide everything you need and even perhaps pre-made cocktails that you will just need to shake and serve. Thanks!

On time, helpful and did a good job.

Looking for a Bartender

$280

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

18th Aug 2026

Hi, I’m celebrating my 39th birthday and I’m looking for a Bartender to serve drinks to 10 of my friends I have a Bar on my balcony with everything set up ready to go. Drinks will also be quite easy to make as there all pre-mixed drinks only alcohol needs to be added. They will also be a blender if people would like frozen margaritas. My guest will be arriving at 6 pm so I will be getting you to start at 5:30pm so it gives you 30 minutes to get organised and I would also like drinks to be made for my guests arrival at 6pm Also please be 🏳️‍🌈 friendly. Pre-mixed watermelon margarita all that needs to be added this tequila Pre-mixed margarita all that needs to be added is tequila Pouring glasses of Prosecco Pouring glasses vodka and lemonade/ vodka soda vodka tonic Gin and tonic I also have a blender as some people might like frozen margaritas. Saturday 22/8 START TIME - 5.30pm till 9.30pm DRESS CODE- please dress in black-and-white attire.

David was very professional and did an amazing job

Bar staff required for event

$100

Beaconsfield, New South Wales

8th Jul 2026

Wait staff required for one off architectural networking event, from 6-9pm

Sofia was lovely to work with, great attention to detail, polite and friendly. Would definitely book again for our next event.

Bartending service for small private event

$400

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Looking for a bartender preferably 1, who can serve for approximately 4 hours in Cranbourne for a surprise 70th birthday. Half the guests will drink, the others may not. Looking at about serving roughly 30 people. Alcohol, bar cart glassware, ice buckets, ice and a cocktail shaker will all be supplied. Need from 3pm until at least 6:30/7pm

Marcus and his wife were incredible, down to earth and incredibly accomodating. They did a great, seamless job hosting such an important event for our family. We are so grateful and would have them again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much to you both!

Help bartend my party

$10

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

27th Jun 2026

I’ve got approximately 20 friends coming over tonight. Looking for someone to help serve drinks, make a few simple cocktails and prepare snacks - will have everything stocked and ready to go. Kicks off at 6pm and probably go to midnight

Would absolutely recommend Chloe! Thank you for a wonderful night bar tending and prepping food for guests. Fantastic night made perfect by not having to worry about a thing.

Bartender

$150

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Needing a bartender for a party tomorrow between 1pm-4pm to serve simple drinks

Lidy was amazing!! Great service, highly recommend