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Los Angeles Event Services

Los Angeles bartenders for hire and event staffing

Hire KBS bartenders and event staff for weddings, private parties, and corporate events across Los Angeles County. We can also coordinate portable bar setup options with rental partners, subject to availability.

KBS professional bartender providing premium drink service at a Los Angeles corporate event

Quick Answer

KBS provides mobile bartending, event staffing, waitstaff, barbacks, and mobile bar setup support for weddings, private parties, and corporate events throughout Los Angeles County. Bartenders start at $45 per hour with a four-hour minimum; clients supply alcohol, and setup, cleanup, and travel are quoted separately. See full pricing details.

Service Offerings

Services Available in Los Angeles

Kevin’s Bartending & Event Services delivers premium mobile bar service and professional event staff to elevate your guest experience in Los Angeles. From corporate mixers in downtown skyscrapers to backyard gatherings in Pasadena, our team takes care of beverage prep, bar layout logistics, and friendly guest hospitality so you can focus on your guests.

Mobile Bartending

Experienced, professional bartenders trained to handle custom cocktail menus, bar setup, and guest hospitality.

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Wedding Bartending

Signature cocktail menu planning, champagne toast coordination, hydration stations, and reception service.

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Private Party Bartending

Friendly bartenders, custom drink stations, and organized bar setups for home celebrations and backyard parties.

Corporate Event Bartending

$2M General + Liquor Liability coverage, itemized corporate quotes, and optional COI documentation ($88.67+ when required).

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Event Staffing

Professional waitstaff and food servers to assist with buffet service, clearing tables, and cleanup.

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Mobile Bar Setup

Tabletop bar setups, satellite beverage bars, and cooling stations arranged for your venue layout. Portable bar rental options can be coordinated through local rental partners, subject to availability.

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Local Focus

Local Event Markets We Serve

Our team is experienced in supporting hosts across different communities and event spaces in Los Angeles.

Weddings

Coastal receptions in Santa Monica, garden celebrations in Pasadena, and historic venue weddings in Hollywood.

Private Celebrations

Birthday parties in Long Beach, graduation gatherings, and seasonal celebrations. Planning a seasonal celebration in LA County? See our Holiday Party Bartending Services.

Corporate Events

Office mixers in downtown Los Angeles, product launches in Hollywood, and company parties.

Fundraisers & Large Events

Premium hospitality support, speed-focused bar flow, and full event staffing coverage for large-scale fundraisers.

Why Choose KBS in Los Angeles

We bring professional standards, hospitality expertise, and peace of mind to every event.

Founded in San Diego in 2005 by Kevin Thornton, KBS is a founder-led business supported by an experienced team of hospitality experts. We carry $2M General + Liquor Liability coverage, and COI documentation is separately priced starting at $88.67 per event when required by event venues or office buildings in Los Angeles. We bring over 20 years of event experience to ensure your event runs smoothly.

We serve Los Angeles County, including Santa Monica, Pasadena, Long Beach, Hollywood, downtown Los Angeles, and surrounding LA event markets. Our team handles the preparation, cooling, and service details, allowing you to enjoy your event alongside your guests.

  • Founded in 2005: Led by Kevin Thornton with over two decades of local event experience.
  • Insurance Coverage: $2M General + Liquor Liability coverage and workers' compensation insurance (COI documentation starts at $88.67 per event when required).
  • RBS-Certified Bartenders & Screened Staff: Our bartenders are RBS-certified, and KBS staff members undergo background screening as part of our staffing process.
  • Custom Beverage Planning: Accurate calculations for alcohol, ice, and mixer shopping lists.
Common Questions

Los Angeles Bartending FAQ

Everything you need to know about booking our mobile bar and staffing services for your Los Angeles event.

What areas of Los Angeles County do you serve?

We provide mobile bartending and event staffing throughout Los Angeles County, including Santa Monica, Pasadena, Long Beach, Hollywood, and downtown Los Angeles. We also travel to select surrounding event markets by request.

Can you provide bar staffing for corporate events in downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica?

Yes. We regularly staff office mixers, holiday parties, and client receptions with itemized quotes and optional COI documentation (starting at $88.67 per event when required by property management).

Do you offer wedding bartending services in Pasadena and Hollywood?

Yes. We support wedding receptions with custom cocktail planning, shopping guidelines, professional bartenders, and dedicated server teams at historic halls, outdoor estates, and modern event spaces.

Are you insured for premium Los Angeles event venues?

Yes. KBS carries $2M General + Liquor Liability coverage. COI documentation is separately priced when required and starts at $88.67 per event depending on event requirements.

Do we need to supply the alcohol for our LA event?

Yes. Clients purchase the alcohol. KBS provides professional bartenders, shopping list guidance, and agreed bar layout and setup services, with additional supplies and equipment itemized in the quote.

Ready to plan your event service?

Tell us your event date, location, guest count, drink menu, staffing needs, and setup details. Kevin and the KBS team will help you build the right plan.

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