CDE

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Introduction: Greetings, I'm Craig Dane owner/operator of CDE event bartending. Thank you for the opportunity to quote your event and for your interest in CDE! *Our fee includes one extra hour of prep, my portable bar set up if needed, extra coolers/metal bin, cocktail ice bin, barware tools, cocktail straws and napkins, trash can, floor mat, all detailed consultations and constant clean-up. *Fee is plus client gratuity of your choice based on your level of satisfaction and total fee. Fee assumes use of a guest tip jar. Without one add $15 per hour per bartender. Guest tip jars are completely hit or miss as many folks don't carry cash. Please see over 200 FIVE star reviews on Thumbtack, GigSalad, TheKnot, Yelp, Gigmasters and our website. See our Thumbtack Profile and accolades. We have earned Thumbtack's 2023 Top Pro honors NINE years running! Less than 4% of pro's receive this in any one single year! *After deposit I will send you detailed recommendations on ALL product types, brands and quantities needed for your shopping list down to ice and garnish! *Please note from June-Sept we rarely work outdoors in Atl heat and humidity due to three incidents with team members experiencing heat exhaustion over the years. Indoor serving takes all heat/rain/wind/shelter stress out of your event for our team and you and your guests! Many events will have bar inside with the food and event indoors/outdoors. Our bartenders are assigned the week of the event. For liability reasons when serving an open bar our max. window of service is FOUR hours plus the one extra prep/set up hour. Our attention to detail and the time we put into making your event a success is second to none in this business. This is info our clients share with us :) Beware the "discount" bartender. This service business I created is my livelihood, not my side job. You only have one chance with your all important event and you'll typically get what you pay for. Top notch professional service providers are what you'll get at CDE! *A $75 non-refundable deposit in either my Paypal (my email) pay 2.9%fee, reserves your date. Pouring permit/license #PRN20220816010. Should your venue require LIABILITY INS. Thank you for your consideration, we're here to serve! Craig Dane I am also passionate about and very much enjoy being a WEDDING OFFICIANT! Please see my reviews/photos with my bartending services at CDE Wedding Officiant.

Overview

Hired 243 times

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4 employees

11 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Square cash app, and Venmo.

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

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Taylor C.

Apr 9, 2023

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Kara was our bartender for our wedding during cocktail hour and our reception. She was lovely and sweet. She was on time and made great drinks! I would hire CDE events for our next event for sure!

Details: 76 - 100 guests • Wedding reception • Low key / casual • Public venue • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed

CDE's reply

So glad you were pleased with our services Taylor!

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Kasandra M.

Sep 11, 2022

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Craig was on time, prepared and flexible considering we had him bartend on a houseboat. Thank you for taking care of all our guests!

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Birthday party • Upbeat / lively • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup

CDE's reply

My pleasure Kasandra! On time, every time is how we do business. Great party site for your birthday! I appreciate how helpful your guys were. Hope to serve for you all on land sometime. Thanks so much, cheers!

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Nikki M.

Aug 21, 2022

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Craig was awesome bartender through out the night.we hired him for 4 hours and he showed up an hour earlier and started quickly. He mixed with the crowd well and made amazing drinks. Will rehire again for all events.

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed • Setup / cleanup

CDE's reply

Fun party and great basement bar Nikki! Best wishes to you and Neeraj and hope to see you all soon. Thank you for the great review, cheers!

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Andrea S.

Aug 12, 2022

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Craig is an amazing bartender and business professional. He was very detailed and willing to assist with making sure my event was as smooth and elegant as I would have liked for it to be. Craig was very reasonable with his service price and time. He was also very responsive in getting back to me when I had questions and ensuring that I had everything I need. His bartending skills are impeccable and so is his customer service. From the drink menu, items needed and bar set up, everything was spot on. I am already preparing to utilize his services again. This was for a nonprofit event and his non alcoholic drinks tastes so good everyone was talking about it and the wonderful experience they had. If you need a reliable, reasonable priced, professional and skilled bartender please look no further go ahead and request your quote cause “Craig” is the guy for the job!!!

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Fundraiser • Upbeat / lively • Public venue • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup

CDE's reply

Andrea, thanks so much for your kind words! It was my pleasure and I appreciate you taking the time. Cheers and best wishes always!

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Candice O.

Jul 12, 2022

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We used CDE bartenders for a birthday party for my husband and they were great. I really appreciated how helpful Craig was in the planning process - recommending quantities and helping with a beverage menu. His input was spot on. Kara served the day of and was fantastic. Overall such an easy and great experience. Well worth the money. Will definitely be using them again.

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Birthday party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars not allowed • Setup / cleanup

CDE's reply

Thanks so much for your praise Candice! This is the client experience we strive for every time out. And we would very much appreciate serving for you again. Best to you and Greg and we hope to see you soon. Cheers!

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Craig Dane

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typically averages out to $25-$50 per hour including client gratuity and tip jar if permitted. Deposits and paid in full payments are non-refundable.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Email, phone or text consultations. Getting the details of what my client is after to make their event the best and most stress free it can be!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have decades of exceptional customer service experience from financial adviser to bartender, as well as theater acting, producing and directing. I am TIPS certified - responsible serving/drinking course. Pouring permit/license #247654.