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Big Star Hospitality
- Brooklyn, NY
- Bartender
- Travels up to 1.5 hours
- Contact for rates
Overview
We are a full service staffing and rental company. I started my business as a one man show 7 years ago and have exponentially grown over the past 7 years. We provide unparalleled service to the greater NYC area for private bartenders or servers or whatever type of staff you need for your private event or party. I personally have over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry and have learned to be very organized and efficient. We are fully insured and can supply your party with beverages, glassware, portable bars, coolers, ice, etc. We only hire people that are positive go-getters and, do an amazing job and help the clients with whatever they need. We love to see our clients happy!
51 Reviews
Truly a professional bartender who was attentive and friendly. Wonderful communication before the event which helped reduce the stress! At a last minute, request Josh agreed to stay an extra hour since the party ran later than expected.
Julie was top notch helping with anything necessary including setup, serving and clean up.
Thank you both for making it a wonderful night! You won’t find anyone better!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Hi Lisa, It was truly our pleasure. thank you so much for this amazing review. we love what we do and love taking care of our clients
Very attentive and professional. Josh made very good cocktails and made sure each guest was well attended . I strongly recommend!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you so much Margherita! You and the ladies at your birthday lunch were all very nice! I really enjoyed working for you. Hope to do it again in the near future
We wanted to make my friend's 40th memorable, and we hired Josh for a private mixology event and he was INCREDIBLE. Very communicative, professional and friendly and taught us how to make AMAZING drinks. He was on time, set everything up and a blast to be around. 10/10 would recommend and I plan on using him again for future events.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you so much Jordan! I love what I do and people like you and your wife and friends make my job amazing!
Josh was a superb bartender at our house party and his drinks were amazing!!! He went above and beyond creating cocktails for our SATC themed party. We got compliments from the guests all night. He arrived early and was extremely efficient in setting up. Would highly recommend him for any events or house parties!
Bartender
We hired Josh to bartend our party, and he did an amazing job! The drinks were great, and he handled a crowd of 40 people effortlessly. He was quick, friendly, and very accommodating. Highly recommend him for any event!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you Sarah! It was my pleasure. You, your boyfriend and the crowd were great!
The entire experience was incredible. The team worked with me to curate the exact menu I wanted, and were always very communicative and professional. We received our grocery list well in advance, and were able to communicate with the team for recommendations of certain harder to find goods. Our day of bartender was amazing as well. I had an overall incredible experience and would 100% recommend and book again!
Bartender
Excellent service. I would hire for future events.
Bartender
Josh was absolutely wonderful! Attentive, funny, professional, willing to do whatever we needed. A great help, a great guy, and highly recommended!
Bartender
Selena was great super helpful. She jumped right in and started to prep and serve. Great attitude and super friendly and nice person.
Waitstaff
Josh provided wonderful service, was thorough, and professional. I would definitely hire him again!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Hi Christina. I'm so happy you were happy with my service. Everyone was so nice and amazing on Saturday! Thank you again for having me.
Josh
Dressed professionally. Helped clean up even outside of the bar area. Very friendly and professional.
Bartender
Working with Big Star was wonderful. Josh was very accommodating and responsive to all of my needs and questions. I had never planned an event with a bar service before and his team made our corporate 'Happy Hour' perfect-- even in the rain! Thank you!!!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Josh was very helpful and accommodating for all of my requests and my last minute booking. Josh’s signature cocktails were great; my guests love them. The bartender Rafael was also amazing, fun and professional. Thanks again so much to help me set this up very last minute.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Absolutely our pleasure, we always go above and beyond for our clients! Thank you for choosing us!
Would use them again.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you! Everyone was amazing and we would love to service you again.
Josh went above and beyond to make our office party an absolute blast! He truly was the star of the show, captivating everyone with his incredible talent and infectious energy. We can't thank him enough for the unforgettable experience he created for all of us.
If you're looking for someone who will go the extra mile to ensure your event is a hit, you're in for a treat with Josh and his amazing team. Their passion and dedication shine through in every detail, guaranteeing a seamless and memorable occasion. You can rest assured that you're in the best possible hands with his team.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Wow!!! thank you sooooo much!!!! Can't wait to see you all again!!
What a fabulous team. They are responsive, organized, creative, and just joyful folks to be around. highly recommend!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Josh was lovely to work with. Speedy bartender and delicious drinks.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Ah you and your friends were amazing!!!! Such a lovely group of people to bartend for. Thank you soooooo much!
Big Star contacted me within an hour or two of my event posting. We were able to sort out a contract easily and they offered many different payment methods. The bartender they sent was on-time, well dressed, professional and super friendly. We would hire this company again!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you so much Grace! It's definitely our pleasure for sure! thank you so much and we look forward to working with you again!
I loved it all you will me our event maker from now to evet
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
It was our pleasure and I'm glad we were able to come to your rescue last minute. Never send a deposit without a contract and detailed info of the vendor! So glad you're happy!
I hired Big Star Hospitality for our company holiday party and was super happy with the attention given to us from beginning to end. We were sent a grocery list which really helped since we weren't sure what to purchase! We had Selema as our bartender and she was amazing, everyone loved her!! Overall, great experience!!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Ah thank you Emily!! It was definitely our pleasure!!
Joshua was superb from our first interaction via email all the way to clean-up after our party. Great communication before the event helping us with grocery lists and was flexible as we altered our signature cocktails. He showed up on time with a gorgeous portable bar and got right to work. He hired extra waiter staff who were charming and so helpful all night. Everybody loved his signature cocktails. Joshua is a real pro and I would hire him again!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you so much Andy!!! Jane was amazing as was you and your sons and all of the friends and family!!! thank you
Josh and his dynamic duo of bartenders Selema and Richard were incredible. They really made our party shine. I can't wait to use their services again one day soon!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you BJ!!! It was definitely our pleasure!!!
Big Star Hospitality was terrific! They were incredibly helpful throughout the process (helping to strategize about the planning, flow of the event and more). They arrived right on time, set the space up wonderfully, and were so helpful during the event. They helped make our event a fun and energizing evening with their professionalism and friendly demeanor. Strongly recommend!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Ah thank you Ben! It really was our pleasure!
Julie did an awesome job as bartender. Everyone loved the drinks!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Ah so happy you were happy!!! We love to take care of our clients!!!
Excellent, attentive staff helped to make our Pride Party a hit. Thank you, Big Star.
Waitstaff, Bartender
Josh was amazing helping us plan our cocktail party! We hosted 35 friends at home and Komol did an incredible job crafting beautiful cocktails for our guests! He arrived early with ice and was super friendly and professional. Would definitely book again!
Ross and Sebastian arrived on time, were extremely helpful, and delivered outstanding service!
Bartender
Josh is a great resource for your private party. Josh and his crew did exactly what was expected , they went above and beyond expectations!!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Excellent from start to finish’
Waitstaff
Amazing drinks and service, would 100% recommend!
Bartender
Everything about the experience was top notch, from the responsiveness for a quote and contract to the staffing and added touches of a fun cocktail menu. I really think the Big Star team is the reason why the wine drinking crowd barely touched wine all night and focused on sampling their way through the cocktail list!
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
So happy you’re happy Tim!!! Thank you
Josh and his team are, in a word, amazing. Delivered exactly as promised for a more than reasonable cost. Everyone on the team was friendly, kind and respectful. Drinks were perfect and they cleaned up everything, even offered to help me clean up stuff they didn't bring!! I could not recommend them strongly enough!!! Josh and Big Star are a 10 star crew!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Amazing!! Thank you soooooooo much!
Great cocktails and very professional. Josh accommodated my last minute booking and arrived bang on time. He made a cocktail sign ahead of the event and brought his bar toolkit and condiments. My husband and his friends enjoyed the signature drinks he made as well as his professionalism.
Bartender
I booked with Josh who was responsive to all of my questions. He was down-to-earth and easy to talk to like a friend. I hired him for my baby shower and I had already went over budget but Josh provided me with different options which I APPRECIATED. He was great! He had another gentleman with him but I didn't catch his name. Both were professional and wore masks throughout the event. You have to book with Star Hospitality. It's like booking a service with a longtime friend. Thank you Josh! You will definitely hear from me again.
Bartender
Josh and his colleague were amazing throughout our event. We had requested specialty cocktails and Josh, enthusiastically, crafted cocktails throughout the evening. His Old Fashioned was a huge hit. Arrived and setup on time, service was on point, kept everyone in a good mood throughout. Even before the event, Josh communicated regularly and detailed out every aspect. Excellent service, courteous, great professional. Definitely recommended.
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Ah thank you so much. It was my pleasure!!!
I couldn't have asked for a better Bartender for my birthday party! Josh arrived on time and was extremely professional from start to finish. We had decided on 3 specialty cocktails for my event but Josh also noticed I had ingredients to make additional classic cocktails, so he added them to his menu. Everyone was raving about Josh's drinks! Would definitely hire him again.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
ah, thank you so much! Everyone was great and it really was my pleasure
MUST BOOK!!!
The service was beyond extraordinary! Very efficient and quick. Patient beyond measures!
They were outgoing…marvelous!
Kept the food going out … nonstop.
I will be booking them for all my upcoming events!
Waitstaff
Big Star Hospitality provided excellent hospitality services at our corporate BBQ event. The staff was punctual, professional and exceeded all of my expectations. They went over and beyond to make sure our event was successful. I plan on using them for all our future corporate events.
Waitstaff, Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you so much Lorraine! It was definitely our pleasure!
Made delicious cocktails for my birthday group (~30)
Bartender
Josh helped us out as a server/ helper for a BBQ party. He was fantastic! Needed very little guidance to keep things organized and running well so that we were free to enjoy ourselves and spend time with our guests ! Thanks Josh !!!
Waitstaff, Bartender
I attended a baby shower that Big Star Hospitality was the bar service for. The specialty drinks were not only great but served with such fun interaction! Everyone was raving about how flavorful and pleasantly presented the drinks were. The line was always manageable and moved quickly. Josh was very attentive, if you were on the line, he would start mixing before you had an opportunity to ask for the drink (he remembered!).
Bartender
Josh was a huge hit at our event. He was on time, prepped quickly, very professional and, most importantly, his specialty cocktails were a huge hit. Josh made a sign with the specialty cocktails we selected. In addition, he provided me with a grocery list and guidance on what to purchase for the total amount of guests.
Our party guests loved him. Don't look elsewhere, this is your guy!
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Wow...thank you so much Stephanie! It really was my pleasure. Everyone was wonderful! I have amazing clients.
Where can I begin?! From the moment I reached out to Josh and described what I needed for my wedding, he was so responsive, and positive and organized. He made an easy way to a challenging schedule the night of my wedding. The waitstaff were on point with taking food orders and serving drinks. Even when things got challenging, their mood was so calm and personalities so vibrant. Josh made sure I was calm and accommodated as well as my husband. I didn’t ask for a simple service, but Josh and his waitstaff but the best out of it. We’re 100% satisfied with his service and we already look forward to booking him for future events. I definitely recommend BigStarHospitality for any and every event!
Waitstaff
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Ah Emely! This is such a sweet review!!! Thank you so much!!! It was our pleasure really!! Thank you
Josh did an amazing g job. I added some mixed drinks on to my menu and Josh went out of his way to make it work with very little time. He even printed out and framed a custom menu for my event within hours of the party! Would highly recommend
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you Lorelle! What a great party. Everyone was amazing. thank you so much for having me
Josh was quick to respond to my inquiry and had exactly what I was looking for. The two servers who worked our event were so professional. They knew exactly what to do upon arrival and went above and beyond our expectations. Our event was made even better by the excellent service that was provided. Big Star Bartenders exceeding our expectations! Thank you Josh!!
Waitstaff
He truly made my bday party spectacular. Josh was so fun, kind, and easy going, and made incredible cocktails. I would highly recommend Josh.
Bartender
Response from Big Star Hospitality:
Thank you so much Mara! this means a lot to me, thank you
Josh is simply delightful . I booked him to do a small gathering at my home and he literally became the life of the event . Very warm , charismatic and professional throughout the entire event . He even participated in our Bridgeton name game as he was given the name “Lord Josh” . Despite the casual atmosphere he maintained a level of professionalism and care . Josh surpassed my expectations and I can not wait to book with him again .
Josh helped curate a creative and fun cocktail menu for the party. He provided a detailed list of items needed and prepped everything for the event. Josh did a fantastic job of serving all the drinks and making sure everyone was happy. He made the party.
Willl hire again.
Bartender
Josh was amazing from start to finish. His customer service level is through the roof! He provides all necessary information on a timely manner. During the event all ran smooth my guest we so happy with the service, that I’m sure he will get more work from my people and myself in the future. I must mention that I hired him with his bar and his set up was so cute and profit. II also received waitstaff from him and Julie and Natalia worked the party. They were amazing too. They knew exactly what to do. They were so sweet and professional! Would I recommend Josh and his waitstaff? Absolutely without a doubt.
He was so amazing and brought a lot of value to the event with his great energy, politeness and amazing drinks!
Booking Info
Price Range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Unions: SAG-AFTRA
What to Expect
Our service stands out because I, personally, take great pride in my business.
We are very professional. I try the best I can to be very available to my clients to help answer any questions or concerns that they may have relating to their party or event. I will help plan the drinks they would like served or I'm happy to suggest some great classic signature cocktails or not so classic. Totally up to the client. I will send a grocery list to ensure you get everything you need that is necessary to make your party a success. Whatever I can do to relieve your stress I will do my best.
I provide staffing as well for servers, dishwashers, busser, door people, etc. . I have a great team that I work with. As you can see by my great reviews, I will make sure your party or event is a great one. If you're looking for professional and courteous hospitality look no further.
About
I am originally from Beaver Falls, PA. I started bartending when I was 18 years old at the Ground Round in Pittsburgh. I have been doing it on and off the last 20 years and full-time on for the last 2 1/2 years.
I have over 15 years bartending and serving experience. I really love helping to make people's parties or events a success, whether I am bartending or serving for them. I am not afraid to go that extra mile to help my clients and their needs. Love to see my client's guests have a great time also.
Additional Booking Notes
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing really depends on size of the party, what is needed as far as cocktails, beer or wine to be served, length of party/event and whether I am allowed a tip jar. A tip jar definitely brings the price for my clients down, but I understand if they do not want their guests to feel obligated to tip.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I will either talk with them on the phone or through email. Once we establish we are a fit, I will email all the details we discussed. I will ask the client to email me back any corrections or fill in the blanks in the email list and also ask that they write the word CONFIRM in the subject line of the email. This kind of serves as our contract together. I do not ask for deposits, I ask for honesty and trust.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have worked on and off for the past 15 years as bartender and server. I worked at The Beatrice Inn (then owned by Grayden Carter (Editor of Vanity Fair and also owner of The Waverly Inn. I have a very polished, high end serving background. I've waited on many VIP and celebrity guests. But I also can be very casual. It's really up to whatever the client's needs are and how they would like me to perform.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I got started in this type of work back in when I was in high school back in Beaver Falls, PA, just north of Pittsburgh. I was working part-time as a dishwasher, then I was a busboy, then I became a server. I started bartending when I was thrown into it The Ground Round, where I was working to put myself through college. They fired the bartender for being drunk and asked me if I wanted to bartend. I told them I never did it before, they said they would teach me. The rest is history!
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have worked with many types of private and corporate clients. I bartend in many offices in Manhattan.
Corporate Clients include: Alice & Olivia, Blue Apron, S'Well Bottles, Creed Fragrances, Neilsen's Rating, Sales Force.
Different events that I have worked include: birthdays, weddings, funerals (celebration of life), baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries, Bris (Jewish circumcision), graduations, etc.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Make sure they are professional, hard working, and make sure they are reliable!!! I am 110% reliable. If I say I'm going to do something, I do it! And never complain! Nobody wants to hear their bartender complain!
Past Booked Events
November 28, 2024 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Dinner Party |
November 16, 2024–November 17, 2024 • 8:00pm - 12:00am | House Party |
November 16, 2024 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Children’s Birthday Party |
October 05, 2024 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Cocktail Party |
September 27, 2024–September 28, 2024 • 10:00pm - 1:00am | Birthday Party |
September 04, 2024 • 9:00am - 6:00pm | Fundraiser |
July 27, 2024 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 22, 2024 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | House Party |
June 16, 2024 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 18, 2024 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 10, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
May 09, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 04, 2024 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | House Party |
May 02, 2024 • 3:30pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
April 27, 2024 • 11:30am - 3:00pm | Bridal Shower |
April 26, 2024 • 4:30pm - 11:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
March 28, 2024 • 4:30pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
February 17, 2024 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
November 28, 2023 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
November 04, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:30pm | Dinner Party |
November 02, 2023 • 8:30pm - 11:30pm | Dinner Party |
October 27, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
September 30, 2023–October 01, 2023 • 6:30pm - 12:30am | Cocktail Party |
September 28, 2023 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Corporate Event |
September 21, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Cultural Event |
July 27, 2023 • 5:30pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
July 22, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 25, 2023 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Wedding Reception |
June 22, 2023 • 1:30pm - 4:30pm | Corporate Event |
June 03, 2023 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Reunion |
May 25, 2023 • 5:00pm - 9:30pm | Birthday Party |
May 18, 2023 • 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
May 12, 2023 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Personal Occasion |
April 29, 2023 • 2:00pm - 5:30pm | Birthday Party |
April 15, 2023 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Birthday Party |
April 14, 2023 • 12:30pm - 4:00pm | Launch Party |
March 18, 2023–March 19, 2023 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | House Party |
March 01, 2023 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
January 28, 2023 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Birthday Party |
January 20, 2023 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Teen Birthday Party |
January 14, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
January 14, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Cocktail Party |
December 16, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
December 15, 2022 • 5:30pm - 10:30pm | Corporate Event |
December 10, 2022–December 11, 2022 • 8:30pm - 12:30am | Birthday Party |
December 09, 2022 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Cocktail Party |
December 09, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
December 08, 2022 • 5:30pm - 10:30pm | Corporate Event |
November 11, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:30pm | Corporate Event |
November 03, 2022 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Grand Opening |
October 28, 2022–October 29, 2022 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | House Party |
October 28, 2022 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Dinner Party |
October 25, 2022 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event |
October 22, 2022–October 23, 2022 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | Birthday Party |
October 07, 2022–October 08, 2022 • 8:00pm - 1:00am | Cocktail Party |
September 20, 2022 • 4:30pm - 8:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
September 17, 2022 • 6:30pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
August 25, 2022 • 3:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
July 15, 2022–July 16, 2022 • 10:30pm - 1:30am | House Party |
June 25, 2022 • 2:00pm - 6:30pm | House Party |
June 23, 2022 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 10, 2022–June 11, 2022 • 11:00pm - 4:00am | Nonprofit Event |
June 09, 2022 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 09, 2022 • 12:00pm - 5:00pm | Corporate Event |
June 04, 2022 • 3:00pm - 8:30pm | Graduation |
May 15, 2022 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
May 03, 2022 • 5:30pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
March 01, 2022 • 2:30pm - 6:30pm | Corporate Event |
February 11, 2022 • 6:30pm - 10:30pm | Birthday Party |
January 22, 2022 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
January 19, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
December 17, 2021 • 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Cocktail Party |
December 10, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Christmas Party |
December 04, 2021 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Birthday Party |
October 23, 2021 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Cocktail Party |
August 19, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
June 26, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
June 20, 2021 • 12:30pm - 4:30pm | Dinner Party |
June 12, 2021–June 13, 2021 • 3:00pm - 1:00am | Wedding Engagement |
May 19, 2021 • 6:30pm - 10:00pm | Graduation |
March 17, 2021–March 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 12:00am | House Party |
March 13, 2021 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
March 12, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Teen Birthday Party |
February 20, 2021 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Dinner Party |
October 31, 2020–November 01, 2020 • 8:00pm - 12:00am | Birthday Party |
September 20, 2020 • 1:00pm - 6:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 12, 2019 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Cocktail Party |
Setup Requirements
I bring all bartending equipment, client provides, alcohol, mixers, cups, ice, garnishes, etc.