CDE Event Bartenders

Offers remote services

$150

starting cost

Zip code

Scheduling

Bar availability

Responds in about 2 hours

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 n constant clean-up. Fee is plus client gratuity of your choice based on your level of satisfaction. Fee assumes use of a guest tip jar. Without one add $15 per hour per bartender. Please see over 150 five star reviews on Thumbtack.com, Gigmasters.com, GigSalad, our website, and see our Profile and accolades! We have earned Thumbtack's 2021 Top Pro honors EIGHT 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 for your shopping list. Our bartenders are assigned the week of the event. We can also offer a server or two if your event warrants it. For liability reasons when serving an open bar our usual window of service is FOUR hours plus the one extra prep/set up hour. Five is the max. 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 $75 non-refundable deposit in either my Venmo.com account (CraigDane) no fee, CashApp ($craigdane61) no fee or Paypal (my email) pay 2.9%fee, reserves your date. Pouring permit/license #247654. Should your venue require LIABILITY INS. please go to THEEVENTHELPER.com for reasonable one day rates. Thank you for your consideration, we're here to serve! Craig Dane I am also passionate and very much enjoy being a WEDDING OFFICIANT! Please see my reviews/photos with my bartending services.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 216 times

3 similar jobs done near you

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4 employees

9 years in business

Payment methods

Cash, Check, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo

Social media

Facebook

Currently a top pro

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All year

Jan - Jun

Current Top Pro

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Reviews

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

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Sydney G.

3 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Craig was great! From the moment I asked him to bartend at our wedding, he was super responsive, made great recommendations, and I feel like I got everything he set the expectation for.

Details: 51 - 75 guests • Wedding reception • Low key / casual • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars allowed

CDE Event Bartenders's reply

Hi Sydney, and that's how your experience should be with a service pro. You have enough things to worry about when it comes to planning a reception. Thanks so much to you and Sergio, much appreciated and best wishes in your future together!

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Jackie H.

Apr 22, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

Craig and Kara were absolutely amazing! We had a large office event with 140 people and they were quick to serve and very friendly. I would highly recommend CDE Event Bartenders for any event that you need bartenders for!

Details: 101 - 125 guests • Corporate event • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Beer • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars not allowed

CDE Event Bartenders's reply

It was a pleasure serving for you and your fellow employees Jackie. We very much appreciated the hospitality and extreme generosity! Hope to serve for you all again soon. Thank you so much!

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Alicia F.

Apr 4, 2022

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I booked a bartending service with CDE for a bachelorette dinner party. Craig was our bartender and he was amazing! He was very responsive when coordinating the event and gave great drink recommendations. Excellent service and very professional. Would highly recommend!

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Bachelor / bachelorette party • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed

CDE Event Bartenders's reply

I appreciated the hospitality Alicia, you guys were great! Thanks so much for the awesome review and safe travels back home, cheers!

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Mary B.

Jan 14, 2022

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Craig bartended for a group of 50 for a company party. All our employees were very impressed. He was absolutely amazing and so were the drinks! He took the time to make great cocktails with a large group while keeping everyone happy. Great communication, personality, bartending skills and flexibility. We will definitely use CDE Event Bartenders again! Thank you, Craig!!

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Holiday party • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars not allowed

CDE Event Bartenders's reply

It was a pleasure working with you Mary Beth! The group definitely kept me on my toes and there was never a dull moment :) I look forward to your next event. Thank you for your kind review, cheers!

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Lisa B.

Oct 4, 2021

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We had Kara for our bartender at my daughter’s bridal shower. She helped keeping the shower moving with the drinks we were choosing for the ‘signature drink’ for the wedding. So much fun!!! Thanks so much CDE Event Bartenders! You really came through , making our event a success!!

Details: 11 - 25 guests • Special occasion • Low key / casual • Private residence • Liquor / mixed drinks • Venue will already have a bar • Tip jars not allowed

CDE Event Bartenders's reply

We're so glad you enjoyed our services Lisa. Event "success" is always our goal, earning your repeat business. Thanks so much, 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.