Events by Lissa/ Desert Occasions
Events by Lissa/ Desert Occasions

Events by Lissa/ Desert Occasions

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Introduction
We have a team of dedicated bartenders, wait staff, and event managers sourced from popular local restaurants here in the valley. We have called Phoenix and the desert our home for decades and know what works even during the tough summer months! (hint: lots of ice and bottled water 😂) Our experienced bartenders and waitstaff are all T. I. P. certified (Training for Intervention Procedures). We can provide certification of our 2 mil liquor liability insurance policy. We will share our extended knowledge of party planning, from throwing amazing corporate events to simple last-minute get-togethers. We can assist with assembling bars in various sizes, staging elegant buffet tables, and all the must-haves. Let us know, how many guests you expect, and what kind of food, drinks, and alcohol you prefer, and we will provide a stress-free event for you to enjoy time with your coworkers, friends, and loved ones. Our team will always go above and beyond your expectations. Your event is important to us as it is to you. Trust us to make it happen! Now Let's get this party started! What sets us apart from other waitstaff teams. We provide complimentary champagne glasses for wedding receptions and celebration get togethers. We also have a large indoor outdoor movie screen and projector. We can also assist with chafing dishes, buffet tables, and table clothes. We do events of every type from: Airbnb get-togethers hint we don't refer to Airbnb as parties due to the new guide lines Holiday events Weddings/Receptions Private/Corporate cocktail parties Sweet sixteen/Birthday parties Bat/Bar Mitzvahs Quinceañeras Last minute-Celebration of Life Backyard BBQs/Pool parties Reunions Passover/Religious Holidays Bachelor/Bachelorette party Charity fundraisers Anniversaries Your celebration should enjoy top-notch service without the burden of exorbitantly high bundled rates that many staffing companies charge. We'll help you cut costs by including necessities such as chafing dishes, additional tables, and various minor items to enhance your festivity. Our pricing is personalized for each occasion depending on the specific needs to ensure your celebration is a success. We do not possess a license to supply alcoholic beverages for any function. Additionally, we don't hold a license to purchase and deliver alcohol for your event, and we decline to handle events that include self-service of alcohol, in compliance with our $2 million alcohol liability insurance policy. Our staff is celebrated for their passion for providing exceptional hospitality and bringing considerable economic savings to you in organizing your event.
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18 employees

27 years in business

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Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.

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Kerry Q.
Mar 30, 2025
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Lissa and her team were so responsive and helped us in a pinch when another company canceled. We would love to work with them again, everything was great!

Details: 76 - 100 guests • Corporate event • Low key / casual • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed

Bartending
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Moriah p.
Mar 21, 2025
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The two gentlemen who worked our event were pleasant and polite and kept their workspace neat and orderly. They treated the children who came for sodas and Kool-Aid with just as much respect as the adults. They ran drinks to tables and were prompt and efficient. I would hire these guys again!

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Wedding reception • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars not allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice

Bartending
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Janessa R.
Dec 24, 2024
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I hired a server last minute from Events by Lissa for my Christmas party, my second encounter with this team and again, they delivered excellence! Renzu was the server, he jumped in and helped organize the food line to maximize efficiency and keep the food product tiptop! He was forward thinking in how he could assist and was already preparing the food area to switch from dinner to dessert when I came back in to check on things. He washed and dried my dishes, moved the trash out consistently, assisted guests with questions and recommendations. This guy was on it! I would request him again and Lissa is my permanent go to for bartend and serving needs!

Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests

Event Help and Wait Staff
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Maria L.
Dec 18, 2024
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I recently hired Lisa for a small company holiday gathering. Both my employers and I were beyond impressed with her exceptional service! From start to finish, she went above and beyond. She was super polite, friendly and treated all our guests with a smile and welcoming attitude. Not only did she deliver top-notch bartending skills, she also took the initiative to set up a separate table for the food, which was an unexpected and much-appreciated touch. Lisa's attention to detail, kindness, and positive attitude was a PLUS to the overall experience. She was professional, efficient, and genuinely cared about making the event comfortable and memorable for everyone. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Lisa from "Events by Lisa" again and would happily recommend her services to anyone looking for an outstanding bartender. She was truly a pleasure to work with! <3/ Maria with Sapphire Media Group

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Holiday party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice

Bartending
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Bianca G.
Nov 24, 2024
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Working with Lissa was a great experience! Everything was so simple and ran so well. She helped out around the tables and with the guests. Truly a gem!! And would work with her again! Thank you!

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Special occasion • Bartender will need to bring the bar • I'm flexible

Bartending
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