Quick Answer Summary
KBS delivers specialized corporate event bartending across Irvine tech campuses and business parks. Founded in San Diego in 2005 by Kevin Thornton, our founder-led team supplies experienced corporate bartenders, custom cocktail and mocktail menus, portable bar setups, and optional Certificate of Insurance (COI) documentation (starting at $88.67 per event when required) for office happy hours, tech summits, trade mixers, and holiday galas in Irvine Spectrum, UCI Research Park, and Irvine business corridors.
Irvine Corporate Bar Capabilities
Efficient, compliant, and professional bar service tailored to Irvine business environments
COI Documentation Available
When commercial office buildings in Irvine Spectrum or UCI Research Park require a Certificate of Insurance (COI), documentation is separately priced starting at $88.67 per event depending on event requirements.
Branded & Mocktail Menus
Engage employees and clients with branded company cocktails and elevated non-alcoholic craft mocktails featuring fresh juices and artisanal syrups.
Rapid Pour Window Service
Corporate happy hours often feature short 2-hour windows with dense guest arrival. Our bartenders execute rapid pour protocols to keep bar lines moving quickly.
What Our Irvine Corporate Service Includes
Full corporate beverage service from setup to breakdown
RBS-Certified Corporate Bartenders
Our bartenders are RBS-certified and experienced in professional event beverage service, and KBS staff members undergo background screening.
Alcohol Buying Plan
Itemized shopping list detailing exact bottle counts for liquor, wine, beer, mixers, and ice.
Complete Bar Toolkits
Shakers, strainers, pourers, ice scoops, wine keys, cutting boards, and rubber mats included.
Clean Departure
Thorough post-event breakdown, kitchen area wipe-down, and trash consolidation.
Irvine Tech Park Logistics & Property Rules
Local event logistics and venue considerations for Orange County
Corporate events in Irvine require managing business park loading dock check-ins and security clearances. In Irvine Spectrum and UCI Research Park offices, silent setup prior to event hours ensures business operations are undisturbed.
KBS coordinates scheduled setup windows with office facility contacts and provides COI documentation when required (starting at $88.67 per event depending on event requirements).
Our professional approach ensures your Irvine company event is executed smoothly.
Irvine Corporate Service Areas
Serving tech parks and commercial suites across Irvine
Irvine Spectrum & Towers
High-rise office suites, tech centers, and courtyard plazas.
UCI Research Park
Biotech campuses, innovation hubs, and corporate lawns.
Jamboree & Airport Area
Executive suites, hotel ballrooms, and corporate office parks.
Great Park & East Irvine
Corporate event centers, commercial suites, and pavilion spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers for planning your event bar and staffing in Orange County
Can KBS provide a COI for Irvine Spectrum property management?
Yes. KBS carries $2M General + Liquor Liability coverage and workers' compensation insurance. COI documentation is separately priced when required and starts at $88.67 per event. Final pricing depends on event requirements.
Can you provide non-alcoholic mocktails for Irvine office mixers?
Yes. Craft mocktails featuring fresh juices, herbal infusions, and sparkling soda options are very popular.
How many bartenders do we need for 120 corporate guests?
We recommend 2 experienced bartenders plus 1 barback to keep line wait times short during arrival.
Do you accept corporate credit cards?
KBS accepts Zelle, Venmo, and credit card payments. Credit card payments are subject to an additional processing fee, which will be disclosed before payment is completed. A 50% deposit is required at contract signing to secure your date, with the remaining balance due 7 days before the event.