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About
My work stands out from others because I pay attention to the small details necessary for a successful party. (I.E) Q: How good is a martini without the proper garnishment and a swizzle stick? A: Pretty good, but much better with a couple of fresh juicy olives!!
I provide musical ambiance when the client forgets to cover that detail etc...
I enjoy getting to meet new friends, and the satisfaction of helping make your special event more memorable.
Overview
Hired 81 times
1 similar job done near you
Background checked
6 employees
23 years in business
Business hours
Sun10:00 am - 11:59 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
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2016
Services offered
Beverage types
Event type
Special occasion
Event vibe
Low key / casual
Upbeat / lively
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
Great 4.8
54 reviews
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Paul H.
Sep 20, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
HIRE HIM NOW. Very amazing bartender and will definitley be using him again for our next event.
Rich was great. He worked with a small sapce and minimal direction. Guess got drinks filled quickly and he mainted a nice orderly presentation. I would highly recommend his service and would like to hire again for future events.
Rich did an excellent job bartending at our Holiday Party. He arrived early, dressed professionally, prepped the bar area, even ran out and got a few things we missed. He was very cordial with our guests and was knowledgeable enough to accommodated everyone's drink requests. Look forward to using his services next time !
Bartending
Kristie H.
Nov 1, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Richard to bartend a party of about 50 adults. He was great!! His drinks were on par, he supplied me a list of alcohol that would serve my clients, he stayed late and cleaned up !! I will definitely hire Richard for all my future bartending needs
Tradewinds Hospitality Services's reply
Kristie,
You are a stellar client. I am happy to provide you service anytime you need it.
Bartending
Eileen L.
May 9, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Rich was AMAZING!! He brought an assistant with him, James... also great! Best idea ever was to hire a service to handle the bartending for our son's 30th birthday party as the list of guests grew to over 100!! We looked into the idea of hiring a bartender only about a week before the event. Rich spent almost an hour on the phone discussing their services and exploring our needs to confirm for us that hiring someone was the right fit. There was no doubt after the first phone call. Rich was easy to contact leading up to the party and provided a list of alcohol and amounts he recommended to suit our needs. They were well prepared and efficient. Rich made sure everyone was taken care of throughout the night of the party. Professional, respectful, and approachable!! Will definitely hire again if we have another large gathering, especially at our home. They really saved the day!!! Thank you again to Rich and James for helping us to make this event so memorable and incredibly special for everyone!!
Tradewinds Hospitality Services's reply
Eileen,
Thank you very much for the complimentary review. I very much appreciate your comments, and Look forward to serving you again in the future.
Bartending
Credentials
Background Check
Rich Kolesar
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I base rates on proximity to destination as well as on industry standard hourly amounts.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I conduct a 30 minute phone consultation with client to discuss party details and drink / food menu.
After phone consult, I compile a list of product for the event and email to client to help in their planning stages.
Upon arriving at event location, I allow 1 hour prior to guest arrival for prep and bar set up.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have formal bartending training through National Bartending Schools of America.
In addition, I have been providing personal bartending service since 1993 and have worked bartending at 4 different resort hotel brands.
