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Professional Bartenders & Servers, Inc.

Catering Service, Uncategorized Services,

About us

PBS was founded by Robert Gold, a banquet bartender himself since 1987, who noticed that there was a complete lack of qualified bartenders and food servers available to work the many large and small events in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. PBS is the premier staffing company for many of the Washington DC area's hotels, caterers, and country clubs. We have also built a great reputation working with event planners and individuals hosting their own events and are a full service, professional, party and event staffing company. Bartenders are all TIPS Certified (Training for Intervention Procedures by Servers of Alcohol). This is a dynamic skills based national training program designed to prevent intoxication, drunk driving and underage drinking by enhancing the fundamental people skills of servers, sellers and consumers of alcohol. We protect our clients and staff by ensuring all staff is covered by Workmen's Compensation, General Liability Insurance, Umbrella/ Excess Liability Insurance and Liquor Liability Insurance.

Business highlights

19 years of experience

Services we offer

Bartenders, wait staff, and supervisors are professionally trained to our high PBS standards. We provide service in hotels, at private parties in your home or office or any other type of facility. Our staff offers friendly, personable service, and are all fluent in English. We also have staff who are fluent in several other languages should this be a necessary criterion for your Party or Special Event.

Amenities

Eco Friendly Accreditations

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Warranties

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

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Reviews
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Helen S.
Sep 2019
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
We have come to expect excellence from the servers at PBS, and were not disappointed. The bartender was professional, courteous, knowledgable about food and drinks and the whole evening went smoothly, from plating the buffet items, serving drinks, refilling platters, washing up to the last wine glass. PBS takes the stress out of entertaining!

Helen S.
Jan 2019
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
We had an open house with about 20 guests and Laura was a terrific help. She plated/garnished all the buffet items and got the drinks ready. Once the guests arrived she took coats and offered each guest a drink. Throughout the party, she quietly replenished the buffet items and circulated with champagne, wine and other drinks. Our friends were quite impressed with the service, and we were delighted. Once the event was over, all the leftovers were put away, platters and glasses washed. Laura was a delight and made our party smooth and fun!

Amanda H.
Mar 2018
5.0
Catering Service, Uncategorized Services
Yes, I recommend this pro
$890
The PBS bartender Joel was phenomenal. We went through PBS as a recommendation from friends (Jodi and Kevin McDermott) who goes through PBS for their annual Christmas party. Honestly, my husband (it was his 50th bday) had a great time and so did I and all of our friends and family. Joel was early so A+ on prompt, professional, friendly, served great drinks and did an amazing job (very efficient on clean up as well).

Shelley I.
Oct 2017
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$315
Hiring help for my party was the best money I ever spent!!!! The server that PBS sent out to my home was Von!! I actually got to enjoy my guests and Von worked non-stop the whole time! He took care of everything that I wasn’t able to get done prior to his arrival and took Initiative on what needed to be done at the moment during the party!! I would highly recommend this service for any size party. Based on all the information I gave they told me how much time would be needed and how many Servers would be required.

Clare B.
Mar 2017
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Chris and Maya were an excellent team who helped with set up and take down and were on top of all aspects of the food and drink preparation and serving. We provided the alcohol (based on care commendations by the staff) and the food . They were very professional, personable, and a pleasure to work with. We would definitely hire them again and recommend them to others.

Tammy P.
Sep 2016
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400

Laura and Chris were amazing. They came 1 and 1/2 hours earlier then when the party started, as planned, which totally put me at ease knowing all was getting done and would be done before the first guest arrived. Not to mention, they picked up from the area restaurants we ordered from saving us from running around.  After going over the schedule of the order of appetizers, the buffet, the cake cutting, and the champagne toasts with me, Laura, whom we requested after our first party where PBS catered/served in 2015, immediately jumped into to prepare the appetizers and arrange the areas as needed.  Chris, the bartender makes great cocktails, especially Cosmo's - my favorite, and had a charming/fun personality.  Our first party when we used PBS, we did not get the beverage package- I highly recommend this.  They brought everything, and then some, needed to make the perfect cocktail.  It was nice to be able to relax and be with our guests while seeing that all was professionally being taken care of.  Glasses, plates, etc. were cleared or refilled immediately.  When all left, the house was clean- the dishes all washed- just beautiful memories left behind.  Debbie, who helped coordinate all of this was extremely helpful, diligent, and was a pleasure to work with.  We'll definitely be using them again soon.  We highly recommend them for any event.  


Bernadine B.
Jun 2016
5.0
Uncategorized Services
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Have used PBS twice in the last 2 weeks to help with dinner parties.  They are wonderful to work with and always do a fantastic job.  From the moment they get there to when the party is over, they take care of everything so that I can relax and enjoy the party and my guest.  I highly recommend then.

David K.
Mar 2016
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$240
Wildly exceeded my expectations!

Karen C.
Nov 2015
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$225
The party was totally awesome. Our friends loved the punch that Dave made. It didn't seem strong because it was fruity, but if you had a few of them, you were a little tipsy. I totally recommend PBS if you are looking for a bartender or a server.

Rajiv D.
May 2015
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Linda S.
May 2015
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$378
This was a highly professional operation and the servers, David Osborn and Myrta Valencia, were personable and highly competent.  They were performing multiple functions and did so smoothly and quietly.  They were also flexible when the bridal group/party got caught in traffic and arrived almost an hour late to the rehearsal dinner (50 people) being held at our house.  They stayed until the last guest left.  The kitchen and house were spotless.  I would highly recommend them and definitely plan to use them again.  I made these arrangements on very short notice (less than a week) and they were accommodating and able to meet my needs.  I would recommend making arrangements earlier.  I was just lucky in this respect.

Ricky R.
Feb 2015
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$460
We first used this company for our Christmas Party.  It was AMAZING.  We typically spend the evening running around making drinks, picking up plates, restocking & cooking food and hanging up coats.  They took care of all of it for us and we were able to enjoy the party.  We just used them again for a smaller Birthday Party and it was great.

Stavroula D.
Jan 2015
5.0
Uncategorized Services
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
PBS's response to my request was very quick. The person who came for the  event did a great job. She was professional, very polite and was a great help throughout the evening. This is the second time I used PBS and I will surly use them again in the future.

J F.
Jan 2015
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$260
This past Christmas was our third year to use Professional Bartenders and Servers to help with our annual Christmas Open House.  Their job was to keep the finger food buffet serving platters and chafing dishes full and the self serve beverage area stocked.  The first year (2012), Justin arrived and was so great, we requested him again in 2013.  Once again, he was totally awesome and the rave reviews from our guests continued.  This past Christmas, we were fortunate enough to be able to get Justin again, however, the night before our event, we received an email from Debbie who informed me that Justin was ill and would not be able to help with our open house.  However, Debbie said they would be sending a replacement...enter Filipe.  Filipe, like Justin, was a perfect fit, very professional and efficient, and totally warm and welcoming to our guests.  He, like Justin, received major kudos from our guest and we were delighted to have him.  Now I have two "favorites" at Professional Bartenders and Servers...and I have no doubt that this caliber of professional help is the standard at Professional Bartenders and Servers.  To emphasize the attention to detail and customer service focus, I also received a phone call from Justin, expressing his regret that he had to cancel the day before and to assure me that we would be well taken care of...he was right on!

NANCY M.
Dec 2014
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
Everything was great.
One of the bartenders greeted guests and took coats. He also helped a lot with the food service and anything else that needed to be done.
The other bartender mostly tended the bar (50 people) but was helpful in other ways too.
The even washed dinner dishes before they left.
I have used them before and I will definitely use them again.
I think they are the best.

Rosina F.
Dec 2014
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Margaret, the bartender, did a terrific job making sure all guests had drinks, including the hosts, and helped out with food service and clean up when needed.  Myrta worked hard in the kitchen and did a fine job of tray service and clean up.  Was very pleased with the services received and both servers were wonderful (no  breakage of china or stemware).  It was nice to wake up the next morning and have everything clean and put away.  

Have used PBS before with similar success.  Highly recommended!

Janeen D.
Jul 2014
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$225
We have used PBS a couple times in the past year and a half and have been very pleased. Our bartender, Jody, has always been friendly, very helpful and professional the two times we have used her. Our bars were only simple setups (wine, beer, sodas and maybe a specialty drink or two during our events), but our bartender was also great at watching the food table and making sure that empty serving dishes were replaced, cups and trash were removed quickly, wine glasses were all washed at the end of the night, leftovers were wrapped and refrigerated, etc. I would highly recommend their service - makes entertaining so much easier!

Judith F.
Jan 2014
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,500
The bartenders were outstanding!

Karen B.
Jan 2014
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
I have used them numerous times for various events and always very professional. They pitch in whenever and where ever necessary. They will alert you to a possible problem and solve it. Very good.

CHARLES K.
Dec 2013
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Laura was extremely prompt and responsive from the initial email contact. On the night, the bartender and server arrived right on time (a few minutes early, in fact) for the set-up. They provided a professional and elegant bar area and helped us figure out the best configuration for our living room/dining room area. The break-down at the end of the evening was super-fast and easy. Highly recommended.

Alicia B.
Nov 2013
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$260
We had an awesome experience with PBS! Laura responded to emails to set up services quickly and professionally. Jamie arrived for our event before the agreed upon time and sprang into action. Everyone at our party was so impressed by him! He was so efficient and professional. He made the night so much more relaxing for my husband and I as the hosts. He also did an amazing job at cleaning up!

Deana D.
Sep 2013
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
Fantastic event thanks to PBS!!

Made all the difference in the world for the hosts to have PBS there to help us out- we could enjoy our guests with little distractions throughout the night. They blended right in and made for a wonderful addition to our party.

YOU NEED PBS for you next party or event.


Rene D.
Aug 2013
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Outstanding! I planned a huge Open House Retirement Party for my husband. I contacted PBS early in the year to get on their calendar. I was a little skeptical at first because every time I called they referred me to the website - but once they had my details they were very hands on. My first thanks go to Laura who worked with me along the way to tailor my needs and calm my fears. She really helped me determine how much alcohol to have on hand and just made herself available to me along the way.
On the day of my party - Andy and Miguel showed up a few minutes earlier than planned (always appreciated), sent me away so I could finish getting dressed and whipped my basement into a fancy bar in no time at all. I had originally planned this event for outdoors - but after days of relentless heat and rain, I decided to have it in the basement. No problem for them - they worked well within my space and made everything look soooo inviting! Great personalities, friendly and you could tell they do this all of the time. They went throughout the house and disposed of glasses and plates and kept everything looking neat and clean. Everyone commented on the bar staff and I was able to really enjoy my party. I did not have to do a thing. When it was time for them to go - they set up the beverages so the guests could continue to and quot;self-serveand quot;, cleaned up the area, and headed out the door with my most sincere thanks!
I estimate there were between 80 and 100 people over the course of 4 hours. I would not hesitate to contact PBS in the future. they were worth every penny!

Kevin R.
Jul 2013
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Had a wonderful experience on two separate occasions this past year - they were on time, friendly, professional and efficient. PBS helped us with two similar dinner parties - full bar, passed appetizers and dinner buffet. They not only helped us enjoy our own party, they also cleaned up afterwards and left me with very little to do ! I would recommend them any time.

Janeen D.
Jul 2013
5.0
Catering Service
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Excellent in all respects, from the initial contact, to the response proposal, to follow-up questions/emails, to the bartender herself (Jody). Jody arrived right on schedule and, after a brief overview of the event, location of necessary items, etc., she jumped right in, setting everything up and serving the guests. She kept the bar area neat and organized, and cleaned up at the end. Not afraid to ask questions, very engaging.
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Professional Bartenders & Servers, Inc. offers the following services: Bartenders, wait staff, and supervisors are professionally trained to our high PBS standards. We provide service in hotels, at private parties in your home or office or any other type of facility. Our staff offers friendly, personable service, and are all fluent in English. We also have staff who are fluent in several other languages should this be a necessary criterion for your Party or Special Event.