Event Bartender

Puff 'N Stuff Catering; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Puff 'n Stuff Catering is seeking attentive bartenders to mix drinks and serve guests at off-site catered events. You will contribute to memorable celebrations and ensure guests have a great experience in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Ideal candidates are familiar with cocktails, beers and wines, able to work with a team or alone, and comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. A smoke-free environment and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Familiar with many mixed drink recipes, beers and wines.
• Work well in a team, or solo, with minimal supervision.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs to unload and reload equipment.
• Have reliable transportation to and from events.
• Speak fluent English and write basic English.
• Must be okay working in a smoke-free environment.
• Food handler and bartending certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Make sure guests are happy and have a great experience by delivering drinks etc
• Check ID's and serve drinks responsibly
• Setup and clean up the bar before and after each event and keep bar clean during the event - by health department standards
• Attend to guests needs and serve fine dining style catered events
• Prepare guest and buffet tables by setting linens, décor, napkins, plates, etc.
• Participate in event break down with the rest of the service team
• Show up on-time, in uniform with a positive attitude
• Be prepared to work in all types of weather - events can be indoors and outdoors

Skills

Mixology

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

English fluency

Job description

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for food, customer service, and operational excellence. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity and trust are at the heart of everything you do. If so, we want you to join our team as a Bartender at Puff ‘n Stuff, a premier catering company dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences.

At Puff ‘n Stuff, we don’t just cater events—we create memorable experiences. Our team is driven by four core values:

• Passion: We love what we do and take pride in delivering exceptional food and service.
• Customer Focus: We go above and beyond to exceed client expectations.
• Trust: We build lasting relationships with clients, partners, and team members through integrity and reliability.
• Creativity: We embrace innovation to craft unique culinary and event experiences.

Job Overview

Puff 'n Stuff is looking for attentive bartenders to mix drinks and serve guests at off-site catered events and "passionately perfect life's celebrations." With our unique events you will never have a boring day with us!

Event Bartender Basics:

• Make sure guests are happy and have a great experience by delivering drinks etc
• Check ID's and serve drinks responsibly
• Setup and clean up the bar before and after each event and keep bar clean during the event - by health department standards
• Attend to guests needs and serve fine dining style catered events
• Prepare guest and buffet tables by setting linens, décor, napkins, plates, etc.
• Participate in event break down with the rest of the service team
• Show up on-time, in uniform with a positive attitude
• Be prepared to work in all types of weather - events can be indoors and outdoors

Event Bartender Qualifications:

• Familiar with many mixed drink recipes, beers and wines
• Work well in a team, or solo, with minimal supervision
• Able to lift, move and carry up to 50 lbs - to unload and re-load necessary equipment
• Have reliable transportation to and from events
• Speak fluent English and write basic English
• Must be okay working in a smoke-free environment
• Food handler and bartending certifications a plus