Southern California bartending and event staff for unforgettable private events
Professional bartenders, servers, bar setup, and event support for weddings, private parties, and corporate events across Southern California.
Event service without the stress
KBS helps hosts create smoother events with professional bartenders, servers, bar setup, beverage service, and event support. Whether you are planning a wedding, private celebration, corporate event, or special gathering, our goal is simple: help your guests feel taken care of while you enjoy the event.
Mobile Bartending
Professional bartenders, bar setup guidance, and guest-focused beverage service.
Event Staffing
Servers and event support staff to help your celebration run smoothly.
Weddings
Bar service, reception support, and day-of hospitality help for wedding celebrations.
Corporate and Private Events
Professional support for company gatherings, private parties, fundraisers, and special events.
A better bar experience for your guests
From bartenders and bar setup to beverage stations and event support, KBS helps match the right services to the needs of your event.
- Professional Bartenders
- Complete Bar Setup
- Portable Bar Options
- Coffee Station
- Beverage Station
- Ice and Supplies
- Glassware Upgrade Options
- Event Support Options
Built for Southern California celebrations
Every event is unique. We adapt our service, presentation style, and pacing to match the tone and needs of your celebration.
Weddings
Custom beverage service, professional bartenders, and hospitality support for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions.
Private Parties
Bartending and event support for birthdays, anniversaries, backyard gatherings, holiday parties, and milestone celebrations.
Corporate Events
Professional bar service and event staff for company parties, launches, mixers, galas, and client-facing events.
Southern California event support with San Diego roots
KBS began in San Diego and has served events across Southern California for nearly two decades. Today, San Diego remains the home market, with Los Angeles as a major service area for weddings, private parties, and corporate events.
San Diego
The original home market for KBS, serving weddings, private parties, corporate gatherings, backyard events, and special celebrations.
Los Angeles
A major KBS market for upscale private events, weddings, corporate gatherings, entertainment events, and hospitality support.
How the KBS experience works
Planning event service should not feel complicated. Our process keeps things clear from the first quote request to event day.
Tell us about your event
Share your date, location, guest count, event type, and the kind of support you need.
We recommend the right support
The KBS team reviews your details and helps match services to your event.
Our team arrives prepared
Your bartenders and event staff arrive ready to support the flow of the day.
You enjoy your event
You stay focused on your guests while the KBS team helps handle the service.
Wedding bar service and day-of support
Weddings need calm, organized service. KBS supports couples with bartending, beverage stations, reception support, setup assistance, and day-of hospitality help so the celebration feels smoother from start to finish.
- Bartending
- Professional Servers
- Beverage Stations
- Reception Support
- Vendor Communication
- Setup Assistance
- Ceremony and Reception Coordination
- Day-Of Support Options
More than bartending
KBS can help connect the right support around your event when available. Ask about add-on services, vendor options, and event support during your quote request.
Appetizers and Small Bites
Sophisticated starters tailored to your gathering.
Taco Catering
High-quality local Mexican catering setups.
DJ and Entertainment
Premium sound, curation, and atmospheric design.
Photo Booth
Professional capture setups for guest keepsakes.
Rentals and Linens
Aesthetic tables, chairs, glassware, and cloths.
Preferred Vendors
Curated access to Southern California's finest operators.
Availability and pricing are confirmed through a custom quote.
Trusted by clients who want their event handled right
Clients choose KBS because Kevin and the team bring professionalism, warmth, and dependable service to private events, weddings, and corporate gatherings.
The guests were amazed with the service.
Kevin and his team went above and beyond what I expected.
This is the type of small business locals should support.
Founder-led. Team-supported. Built for better events.
Kevin Thornton founded KBS in Southern California in 2005 after years of real hospitality, bartending, restaurant, and event service experience. Today, Kevin leads a small professional team focused on reliable service, smooth event flow, and helping clients create better memories with less stress.
Our StoryRequest Your Event Quote
Tell us what you are planning and Kevin and the KBS team will review your event details and follow up with next steps.