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What an amazing service Gabriella brought to our function. Everyone mentioned how amazing Gabriella was and her beautiful smile and friendliness. I actually felt like I had known Gabriella for a long time. Like I said I will be bragging about Gabriella for a long long time.

Bartender - Cocktail making for a private party - must have RSA.

$150

Very reliable, communicative and punctual

Wait and bar staff to work on Saturday 27.1 at Clunes, northern NSW.

$250

Penny was amazing! She absolutely nailed the drinks and brought energy to the bar.

Help bartend my party

$200

Lidy was a great addition to my party, and was efficient in her role

Bartender for Birthday Event

$200

Outstanding -Ani was amazing

Hire a Cocktail Bartender

$500

Cassandra was amazing! Friendly, helpful, skilled and punctual. Will definitely hire again

Bartender for private party

$160

What's the average cost of a bartender

$200 - $350

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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.

Recent Bartending tasks

Bar Staff for one night

$200

Sunshine VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2026

Bar attendance to work on the bar from 6:30pm to 12:30pm need experience with alcohol so you can mix drinks

Two bartenders - Professional skills (RSA)

$600

Vaucluse, New South Wales

6th Jun 2026

I need two bartenders who are well skilled to serve drinks for 5 hours at a birthday celebration for 100 people. The event will be on 28 November 2026 7-11pm so will want the bartenders to be ready from 6:30-11:30pm (Ideally arriving at 6pm). There will be two types of cocktail (likely a moscow mule and aperol spritz) and then basic mixed drinks (gin and tonic etc.). All alcohol will be provided by me. Must have RSA and wear all black (cleanly dressed), and be friendly!

RSA BARTENDER

$250

Currumbin Valley QLD, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Needing someone who holds a current RSA to serve beer and wine at an event in Currumbin Valley. No cocktails, laid back and easy work. 4.75 hours work 2.45pm arrival serving drinks until 7pm and then 30 mins for clean of the space. Must be reliable and have references.

Bartender for work function

$500

Delacombe VIC, Australia

5th Jun 2026

We will supply everything just need a bar tender to make cocktails and serve beer and wine

Bartender for a private function

$240

Gisborne VIC 3437, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Bartender required for a birthday party at a private house. Need to be able to make cocktails and serve beer and wine etc.

Bartender

$200

Highgate Hill, Queensland

5th Jun 2026

Need a bartender for 5 hrs to make specifically coconut margaritas and lychee martinis . Ingredients provided, if you provide an ingredients list . Need to bring own equipment .

Bartender Cocktails

$400

Mudgeeraba, Queensland, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Looking for experienced bartender for a 21st birthday party. From 4pm until 9pm.

Bartender needed Saturday night

$180

Albert Park VIC, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Bartender needed for 60th birthday party Saturday 6 June from 6.30pm to 12.30am in Albert Park. RSA required and must present copy of certificate.

Adrian was a wonderful bartender for our event. I would highly recommend him.

Need a experienced bartender tonight for venue in docklands

$370

Docklands VIC, Australia

23rd May 2026

Need someone experienced and knowledgeable about cocktails for tonight. Bar located in docklands 5pm-1am

Great job done , will recommend

Help bartend my party

$10

Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

20th May 2026

We require a bartender for a house gathering to serve alcohol behind a makeshift bar, starting at 6:30pm and finishing 9pm. Wearing all black.

Khushi was amazing.

Bartend my event

$250

Tamarama NSW, Australia

14th May 2026

I need a bartender for a friends birthday party. We will be hosting approximately 15 people and will want a selection of 3 cocktails to be served

Kelly was an incredible bartender for our event. She was very professional and friendly. Would highly recommend.

Bartender / Drinks Host for private party – North Perth

$250

North Perth WA, Australia

10th May 2026

Looking for an experienced bartender or hospitality professional for a private birthday party in North Perth. Approx. 45 guests. Looking for someone for 3 to 4 hours. Duties include: • Serving welcome cocktails (pre-prepared or simple cocktails) • Pouring champagne, wine and basic drinks • Topping up glasses • Managing ice, garnishes and glassware • Keeping the bar area clean, polished and organised • Clearing empties and light rubbish • Welcoming guests and creating a relaxed, fun atmosphere Looking for someone with genuine bar/hospitality experience, great presentation, confidence with guests, and ideally private event experience. RSA preferred. Please include hospitality background and any event photos if available.

Marina was amazing. She was so helpful, great comms, punctual, looked after all our guests. Would highly recommend. She made out night.

Bartender for tonight!

$200

Glenelg North SA, Australia

8th May 2026

Need someone with RSA cert to look after bar, tables & collecting/ washing glasses for a 21st birthday party (5.5 hrs - 6:30pm to 12:00pm). Unfortunately previous taster cancelled this morning.

Alana was awesome! Went above and beyond the assigned task. Interactions with guess was great! thanks heaps Alana

Bartender for 50th Birthday Party

$250

Austinmer NSW 2515, Australia

30th Apr 2026

I need someone who can help serve drinks to people at a party between 4-10pm at Austinmer Beach Surf Club. Alcohol will be beer in cans, wine, and some simple mixed drinks (bourbon & coke, vodka soda). The main role is to just manage the supply of the alcohol and keep the area clean. I don't need a professional bar person or cocktail maker, but RSA necessary. Someone with some hospitality experience. They will also need to help clean up the venue after the party for 30 minutes.

Jordan was a legend. Easy to work with and got things done with minimal issue. Totally recommended.

Bartending for 50 guests for a 40th Birthday party

$250

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

26th Apr 2026

I'll be celebrating my 40th Birthday (yay!) on the 2nd of May between 7pm and 11pm. It's on a private rooftop and I will be providing the drinks and the glassware. I'm looking for someone that can make the following: - G&T - Aperol Spritz - Negroni - Amoretto Sours - Pour wine I’d also like to provide guests jam donut shots on arrival.

Lidy was an amazing help with the bar. Knew exactly how to pour the drinks and was very personable. Would highly recommend her service

Bartender for 70th

$150

Yarrambat VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Bartender / Helper Needed – 70th Birthday Party Looking for a friendly and presentable person to help out at a 70th birthday party. What’s involved: • Serving drinks upon request • Clearing plates and empty glasses • Light washing of glassware • General helping hand to keep things tidy Hours: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (3 hours) Please only apply if you’re reliable, presentable, and comfortable working at a private function. Experience in hospitality is a bonus but not essential.

Absolutely the best, and so on too of everything! Will be using again 😊

Bartender for 40th birthday party

$200

Leura NSW, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Looking for a bartender to make cocktails and serve drinks for approx 20-25 guests at a 40th birthday party in a private residence. Alcohol, cocktail set and glassware will be supplied. Approx hours will be 2.30 - 7.30pm.

G was an incredible addition to our party. He kept the drinks flowing and our guests loved the cocktails! Such a great guys, would highly recommend.

Bartender Required for a Private Event

$200

Sydney, New South Wales

10th Apr 2026

We need a professional bartender for up to 4 hours between 6pm - 10pm to include the barware tools (shakers, muddler, bar spoon, strainer). We will provide alcohol, ice and soft drinks / limes etc. It's for a friend's birthday at a hotel in the Sydney CBD around 5 people so very small gathering.

Thank you Brianna. Amazing service, her attention to detail in cocktail make was awesome. Thanks for making our night so much fun. Highly recommended! ☺️

Bartender with RSA for tradeshow

$250

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

7th Apr 2026

We are requiring a RSA qualified bartender to shake pre-batched cocktails at a trade show from 5pm to 9pm

Giselle was a great asset to our trade show as a bartender. Would definitely have her back in a heartbeat.

Bar staff for birthday party

$200

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

6th Apr 2026

Bar staff for home 40th birthday party

Bec was wonderful for our event. She was on time, professional and had excellent customer service. Highly recommend!