Darren Gardner - Private Event Bartender

4.6 (22)
From Los Gatos, CA
SinceOctober, 2021

About
I specialize in creating and serving bespoke cocktails, tailored to suit any occasion, be it weddings, birthdays, corporate events or other celebratory gatherings. My recipes feature a variety of seasonal and fresh ingredients, and I make all of my own syrups, tinctures, and shrubs, among other tasty additives. Collaborating with clients to develop a menu that perfectly fits their event is what brings me the most joy.
For simpler drinks such as vodka and soda or gin and tonic, and beer and wine, I offer discounted rates.
I take great pride in my professionalism, tidiness, and efficiency. With over 12 years of experience as a bartender and 15 years in hospitality, I previously managed one of the top cocktail bars in the South Bay region. Moreover, I'm self-insured, LEAD certified, California Food Handler certified, vaccinated, and I can speak Spanish fluently. You can be rest assured that hiring me for your event is the right decision.
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Service as described 4.3
Communication 4.6
Punctuality 4.9
CB
Without a doubt, Darren is the greatest bartender I have ever encountered. We recruited him for a gathering of approximately 50-60 individuals at my residence and his beverages and service were among the top-rated features of the event! He assisted me in developing a personalized cocktail menu for the party, crafted delectable homemade syrups for each concoction, and executed them masterfully. He arrived on schedule, was well-prepared and prompt, and several guests remarked about his kindness. I am eagerly anticipating the next time we can book Darren for our next event :)
January 30, 2023
JA
Working with Darren, our bartender at the company's event, was an absolute pleasure. He exhibited remarkable responsiveness, professionalism and friendliness throughout. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend choosing Darren as your bartender for your next event.
December 6, 2022
CM
Initially, I had reservations about hiring an independent bartender for our Halloween event. I preferred the support of a company in case of any mishaps that could easily be addressed by management. Upon sending out a request for a bartender, Darren’s prompt response stood out compared to the delayed replies of other providers. He fulfilled his commitment by sending a quote and answering our queries timely. Our past experiences with bartenders gave us a basis to judge Darren as the best bartender we have ever hired. He arrived two hours ahead of time, adorned with a costume, and was amicable as he set up. Darren brought fresh squeeze juices, mixers, and created divine cocktails that our guests raved about. His cheerfulness, sociability, and outgoing nature made him exceptional. We were thrilled to obtain his contact information, and we will surely rehire him for future events. Thank you so much, Darren! You undoubtedly made our party a hit!
October 31, 2022
AM
Our wedding had an excellent bartender named Darren. His impeccable organization skills before the event were impressive as he helped us create a comprehensive shopping list for all the alcoholic beverages that we would need. Furthermore, he handled last-minute changes like a pro. Despite our friend's purchase of inadequate ice, Darren's exceptional services came to the fore. During the speeches, he salvaged the situation by sneaking away to get more ice for us. He accomplished this without creating any unnecessary stress or complaints. We highly recommend his services.
August 24, 2022
AH
Our party was made all the more amazing thanks to Darren, who served as our bartender. He is a true master when it comes to crafting specialty cocktails, each one he made for us was absolutely delicious and perfectly prepared! With flawless management of the planning, setup, and cleanup, everything went without a hitch. We are eagerly anticipating our next event with Darren on board to tend bar for us once more.
June 14, 2022