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Bartending at Private Event

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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.

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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.

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RSA bar staff for wedding

$300

Edith NSW, Australia

30th Apr 2025

.Hi, my partner and myself are having a micro-wedding in Edith, Oberon, NSW on 20/05/2025, consisting of 23 persons. We are looking to hire a qualified RSA bar staff to serve alcohol for approximately 6 hours. Grateful to know if you have anyone available for this service. Thank you.

Skilled bartender

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Southport QLD 4215, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Looking for a skilled bartender to craft delicious cocktails and mock tails for a party of 20 pax from 2pm to 5pm.

Bartender for daytime event

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Gin expert / Ambassador / Bartender for 1 hour Gin tasting

$5

South Yarra VIC, Australia

29th Apr 2025

I am throwing a Gin night where I'd like a professional to talk through 5-8 of my Gins, their flavour, brewing technique, best way to drink them etc. as well as which gins are good for mixing, in cocktails, straight etc. the whole gambit. We will probably need 1-1.5 hrs of time.

Bar staff for birthday party

$250

Marrickville NSW, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Looking for friendly and reliable bar staff to help out at a private birthday party in Marrickville on Friday 9th May from 7:00pm to 1:00pm. Details: - Serve basic drinks (wine, beer, soft drinks, premixed spirits, simple cocktails like G&Ts, etc.) - Keep the bar area clean and tidy throughout the night - Help with general drink setup and pack-down as needed - Prior bar/event experience preferred - Must be well-presented, personable and happy to be part of a fun, relaxed event If you're experienced, upbeat and enjoy working events, we'd love to hear from you. Please include a short blurb about your experience when applying.

Kitchen hand and bartender (two people) to work at a party.

$500

Mount Dandenong VIC, Australia

29th Apr 2025

I need a bartender and a kitchen hand. Duties include: Setting up food, decorations Deep frying and baking snacks Serving food on platters with garnish Clearing dishes, loading dishwasher Clean up and packing away Bartender: Dispensing drinks such as beer, wine and mixed drinks and soft drinks (no kegs). Helping in the kitchen and with decorations as required Need to have experience and be neat and dress in black

Bartender 4 hours Standard cocktails and serve beer, wine and spirits.

$200

Sunshine West VIC 3020, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Bartend a 30th Birthday 6:00pm - 10:30 pm Make x2 special cocktails - Pornstar and Margarita and other simple standard cocktails i.e vodka & red bull etc Serve wine and beer also. Can supply a cocktail shaker and plastic glassware.

Bar staff for a backyard engagement party of 75

$350

Mosman Park WA, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Looking for 2-3 bar staff to help serve drinks and food at a 75 person engagement party in Mosman Park from approx 1:30pm start to around 6pm (however finish time can be earlier)

Bartender for a small party at home

$120

Mulgrave VIC, Australia

2nd Apr 2025

Bartender needed from for a small party at 12.30 to 3.30 at our house.

Jessica was Amazing today and she went above and beyond her duties.

Experienced Bartender Needed – Cocktail Service

$350

Murrumba Downs QLD, Australia

1st Apr 2025

We’re seeking a professional bartender for a private event this Saturday, 5th April, in Murrumba Downs, QLD. You’ll be responsible for mixing and serving three pre-agreed cocktails, and must bring all mixing tools, garnishes, and non-alcoholic mixers. Alcohol and glassware will be provided by us. Event Details: • Date: Saturday, 5th April • Location: Murrumba Downs, QLD • Prep & Setup: From 5:00pm • Service Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm • Guests: Approximately [insert number] • Cocktail Menu: 3 types (to be finalised ahead of event) You’ll Need to Supply: • Cocktail tools (shakers, strainers, stirrers, etc.) • All garnishes and non-alcoholic mixers • Your own transport to/from the venue What We Provide: • Alcohol • Glassware • Cocktail menu (to be shared in advance) Requirements: • RSA preferred • Confident, friendly and professional presentation • Experience with private event bartending and cocktail prep Rate: Offering above private event rate ($70 per hour), inclusive of your time, mixers, reasonable garnishes (we can provide additional).

Excellent service level, attentive, great knowledge of mixology and also helped to tidy up afterward. Very strongly recommended.

Looking for bartender

$225

Sydney, New South Wales

31st Mar 2025

Looking for Bartender I am surprising three of my friends at my place and looking for someone that can come in make drinks for us keep and help put little platter food out for us. It will be a pretty chilled afternoon as it will be a small group. I want you to feel comfortable and be able to join in with us if you want to. Also, please be 🏳️‍🌈friendly. Start time 3pm till 8pm

Would highly recommend, Umit was very friendly. Very organised. Completed every task I needed done.

Help bartend/assist my housewarming Sat 5 April

$45

Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

23rd Mar 2025

1x Bartenders/Assistants Needed – Beachside Housewarming in Tamarama We’re hosting a relaxed housewarming near the beach in Tamarama and looking for two friendly, well-presented assistants to help ensure everything runs smoothly. Details: • Date: Saturday 29 March unless weather cancels event • Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Pay: $45 per hour (6 hours total) • Location: Tamarama (near the beach) What you’ll be doing: • Bartending and serving drinks • Light food prep / topping up snacks • Keeping the space tidy (clearing empty glasses, etc.) • Helping guests as needed • General support to keep the evening seamless and enjoyable Experience in hospitality or bartending preferred, but a great attitude and reliability are key. I will provide drinks and food If you’re personable, switched on, and enjoy helping at social events, we’d love to hear from you!

Chamai was great to work with an excellent help at my housewarming event, would happily hire again anytime

Help bartend/assist my housewarming Sat 29 March

$45

Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

22nd Mar 2025

2 x Bartenders/Assistants Needed – Beachside Housewarming in Tamarama We’re hosting a relaxed housewarming near the beach in Tamarama and looking for two friendly, well-presented assistants to help ensure everything runs smoothly. Details: • Date: Saturday 29 March unless weather cancels event • Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Pay: $45 per hour (6 hours total) • Location: Tamarama (near the beach) What you’ll be doing: • Bartending and serving drinks • Light food prep / topping up snacks • Keeping the space tidy (clearing empty glasses, etc.) • Helping guests as needed • General support to keep the evening seamless and enjoyable Experience in hospitality or bartending preferred, but a great attitude and reliability are key. I will provide drinks and food If you’re personable, switched on, and enjoy helping at social events, we’d love to hear from you!

Brianna was great to work with an excellent help at my housewarming event, would happily hire again anytime

Private event Bartender

$5

North Bondi NSW, Australia

17th Mar 2025

Need a person to attend catering and work as a barista. Today at 1:00 PM. Experienced people only

Luis is exceptional! Very good customer service and barman skills, than you for your work!!

Bartender/cocktail maker for birthday party

$200

Leederville WA 6007, Australia

15th Mar 2025

Hey there, cocktail connoisseurs! We’re celebrating my partner’s 40th next week and need a legendary bartender to shake things up. If you can craft a mean Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, and Aperol Spritz, we want you! Expect: ✨ A fun crowd ready to sip and celebrate ✨ A cozy bar setup waiting for your magic ✨ A night of good vibes and great drinks If you’ve got the skills (and maybe a few tricks up your sleeve), let’s chat!

Ryan was excellent! He'll be the perfect addition to your event!

Bartender Required for a Private Event

$250

Sydney, New South Wales

12th Mar 2025

We need a professionally dressed cocktail bartender for up to 4 hours between 5pm - 9pm to include the barware tools (shakers, muddler, bar spoon, strainer). We will provide alcohol, ice and soft drinks / limes etc. It's for m friend's birthday at a hotel in the Sydney CBD around 10-12 guests.

We hired Umit for a private event and he was absolutely outstanding. Super professional, friendly, and kept the drinks flowing all night with a great attitude. He came fully prepared, made top-notch cocktails, and even helped set the vibe for the night. Everyone at the party was impressed! Would 100% recommend and definitely hire again. Thanks for making the night a great one!

Help bartend my party

$300

Caulfield North VIC, Australia

8th Mar 2025

Recovery Party after a wedding at home. 60 people

Fantastic bar work and cleaning up. Helpful and on time

Bartender/All rounder Needed for Private Birthday Event

$20

Maylands, Western Australia

7th Mar 2025

Hey Looking for a bartender/all-rounder to assist at a private 40th birthday party. The event will be held at a venue with a bar, and duties will include: • Pouring wine and soft drinks • Handing over bottles of beer and glasses of champagne (no spirits or cocktail mixing) • Assisting with passing drinks to guests upon arrival • General waitstaff duties as required Event Details: 📅 Date: 12th April 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM (4.5 hours) 📍 Location: Maylands 🍽️ Dinner provided 💰 Please name your price 📜 Must hold a valid RSA If you’re interested, please send a message with your rate. Thanks :)

Wow!! Gwen was amazing!! She went over and beyond at my event. Thank you so much! Highly recommended!!

Experienced bartender needed for a home party

$200

Pascoe Vale VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2025

After an experienced bartender for mixing cocktails at a 30th party at home. The party is martini themed, with particular attention to espresso martinis. Someone with experience mixing these drinks would be ideal. For around 4 hours 7-11. If glassware/plastics can be supplied we can negotiate that also. We’d be expecting close to 30-40 people.

Our bartender was great! She arrived on time and was fixing up cocktails all night, it made the night so much fun. There may have been a slight miscommunication with some of the ingredients but it was an easy fix and everything after that was awesome :)

Bartender to make cocktails serve drinks for birthday party at home

$400

Pakenham VIC, Australia

28th Feb 2025

We’re looking for an experienced bartender with a bubbly personality and a friendly smile to make cocktails and serve drinks at a birthday party in our home! Details: Date & Time: 8th March for 3–4 hours Location: Pakenham Guests: ~20 adults Budget: $400 What we’ll provide: Alcohol, mixers, and garnishes (just let us know what you need) Glassware for serving What we’d love from you: Your own bartending equipment (shakers, strainers, etc.) Ability to make 3–4 delicious cocktails (happy to collaborate on the menu!) A fun, energetic, and professional vibe to keep the party lively Friendly, approachable service with a big smile. We want someone who can not only make great drinks but also add to the party atmosphere! If you love mixing cocktails and bringing positive energy to events, we’d love to have you. 🍹✨

Cocktails were great. Service was great. Vee made the evening effortless for the host.