Hi there, my name is Rick and I am an on-call bartender/mixologist for events. I graduated from The American Professional Bartenders School and hold current 2021 Illinois and Wisconsin bartender licenses, BASSET/Alcohol Servers Awareness Training Certification, and Illinois Food Handler Safety Certification. Additionally, I am Wine and Craft Beer Certified.
Whether you are hosting a private or corporate event, wedding, barbecue, shower, Mitzvah, Quinceañera, birthday, engagement, graduation, holiday, or retirement party, I have the knowledge and experience to meet all your bartending needs. As a fun-loving, happy-go-lucky, and knowledgeable bartender, I will ensure that your event is a huge success, freeing up your time to mingle with your guests.
I bring all the necessary bartending tools and gadgets to perform my job, including blenders, shakers, and folding tables with new elegant black tablecloths that I use frequently as a "Portable Bar" which is available for rent. If you are hosting a fundraising event with a "Cash Bar" option, I also have a small electric cash register that I can bring along for an additional $20.
As a part-time bartender, I take pride in earning extra income to support my loved ones, both young and old. Please feel free to contact me to check my availability and discuss your needs. For larger gatherings, I can also bring a second bartender to help serve your guests more quickly.
I consider it an honor to be a part of any special occasion by doing all that I can to help make it as enjoyable and memorable as possible for everyone who attends.
Additional services or supplies:
Setup / cleanup, Ice, Disposable cups, Coolers, Glassware, Food service
Event type:
Wedding reception, Birthday party, Special occasion, Cocktail party, Corporate event, Fundraiser, Holiday party, Bachelor / bachelorette party
Service location:
Customer location
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Service Reviews
4.6
14 reviews
Service as described
4.6
Communication
4.6
Punctuality
4.6
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Ryan K.
I want to express gratitude to CrackerJack for introducing me to Rick, who was an exceptional bartender. He arrived promptly and arranged our impromptu bar in the clubhouse, equipped with all the necessary tools for his work, surpassing our expectations. Rick was highly skilled, friendly, and professional, and he displayed remarkable expertise. I was particularly delighted with how he treated my guests, showcasing his impressive social skills. If you're organizing a party or event, I would recommend Rick as a bartender, and I would undoubtedly enlist his services again!
March 3, 2023
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Stephanie G.
Rick was our bartender for the Cinco de Mayo celebration attended by almost 100 of our friends. He performed his duties excellently and remained at the party until late. We will surely hire him again!
July 12, 2022
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Justin M.
Our yard hosted over a hundred of our closest friends for our customary rock'n'roll party. This year, for the first time, we decided to alleviate some of the load by employing a bartender. I was slightly apprehensive about how it would all pan out. However, Rick's arrival at our doorstep allayed all my fears. He was flawless in his professionalism and kept our guests merry throughout the 11 hour-long fiesta. Thank you, Rick, for assuming some of the hosting duties. We eagerly await your attendance next year!
July 10, 2022
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William W.
Working with Rick for our wedding was an absolute delight! He displayed exceptional professionalism and went above and beyond to ensure that everything was perfect. Whenever we had trouble acquiring supplies, he promptly sourced them and even handed over the receipts. Rick always had the answers to all of my questions relating to the bar. He also put in an extra effort to get to know our family and guests, which made our special day even more unforgettable. In addition, his bartender colleague Noah was also fantastic to work with. I wholeheartedly recommend Rick for any event; he is the first person I will contact in the future.
June 26, 2022
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Emily R.
Our house work party had Rick as our bartender, and he was remarkable in his work. He exhibited excellent manners and was always willing to assist. Our guests were genuinely pleased with his service. We strongly recommend Rick and we look forward to having him again. Thank you for everything, Rick!
