Hands Free Entertaining

Seattle, WA

$200 minimum fee covers first 4 hours

Travels up to 30 miles

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Fine Dining

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Intimate Dinner

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Dinner Party

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Pouring Champagne

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Buffet Set Up

Overview

Envision a waiter, bartender, and buser in one position for your parties and dinners.Let me take the labor out of your entertaining so you can truly enjoy it and be more present with your family and friends. Yachting, holiday gatherings, birthdays, graduations, anniversary celebrations, formal/informal dinners, barbeques, parties (Sea Fair, Superbowl, office, block, childrens, pool, Oscar, etc),wine tastings.I can help out and make it easier for you. Other ways I can help are venue set up and tear down, carving roasts and turkeys, cutting specialty cakes, providing consultation on flow, layout, and overall presentation, setting up buffets, kitchen prep work, doing dishes, and garbage detail.


Reviews

28 reviews

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Matthew S.

January 29, 2026
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Exceptional Service - Made Our Dinner Party Truly Memorable

Damon from Hands Free Entertaining was absolutely outstanding for our recent Arabian Nights dinner party. We hosted 25 guests for an elaborate three-course Middle Eastern feast, and Damon's professionalism and attention to detail were exactly what we needed to pull it off seamlessly. From prep work through service and cleanup, Damon anticipated needs before we even voiced them. He moved through our home with quiet efficiency, ensuring glasses stayed filled, courses were served at the perfect temperature and timing, and tables were cleared without disrupting conversation.
What truly made the difference was how his presence freed us up to actually enjoy our own party. Instead of being stuck in the kitchen or worrying about logistics, we could engage with our guests, enjoy the live music performances, and be fully present for the games and events we'd planned. That's exactly what "Hands Free Entertaining" promises, and Damon delivered completely.
For anyone planning a sophisticated dinner party or special event where you want to be a host rather than a server, I cannot recommend Damon highly enough. Professional, personable, and worth every penny.
Five stars - will absolutely hire again for future events!

Hired as: Waitstaff

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Hands Free Entertaining

Thank you Matt for your feedback and five star review. It made my day! I am delighted the services pleased you and allowed you and Catherine to enjoy your Arabian Nights dinner party and engage more with your guests. Even though it was a long drive over to your neck of the woods, you two were great hosts and I look forward to collaborating together again in the future. See you again! Damon Hands Free Entertaining


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Francis C.

December 31, 2025
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Big family Christmas fine dining party - a great success!

I had family coming in from all over, and I had planned an 8 course meal for 11 of us. I needed some help liaising with our chef and sommelier, and Damon and John were fantastic. They were kind enough to consider some of my more particular requests, dress in tuxedos, and make everyone feel considered and welcome. They even took care to print up small placards indicating certain food preferences for individuals. Definitely recommended, and most appreciated!

Hired as: Waitstaff

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Hands Free Entertaining

Thank you Francis. You are very kind. Appreciated the opportunity to collaborate together. Until we meet again - - -


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Betty B.

December 31, 2024
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Great as it was last year.

Thoughtful, thorough, supportive help setting up and through the evening. Everyone had a good time.

Hired as: Waitstaff

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Hands Free Entertaining

Thank you Betty for your five star review. We are pleased and humbled to have earned your excellent rating two years in a row, and are happy to have been of service to your family. It was great to see everyone again, and to meet your neighbors and new guests. Thanks once again and my best for 2025!!! Damon


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Colleen T.

September 29, 2024
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Excellent server/service.

We had a great event.. so nice to have help! Excellent service.

Hired as: Waitstaff

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Hands Free Entertaining

Thank you Colleen for the five-star review and also for your business. It was an honor to serve you, Marty, and your guests.


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Jennifer

June 17, 2024
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Outstanding Waitstaff Service for our Wedding!

From the moment Damon and his crew arrived, it was clear that we were in for a treat. Their communication was top-notch, ensuring that all our needs were anticipated and met with a smile. What truly set them apart were their initiative moments—they seamlessly stepped in to assist in areas we hadn't even thought to mention, showcasing their experience and dedication to service. The team was incredibly attentive, keeping our guests' glasses full and plates deliciously curated. The level of superior service we received from Hands Free Entertaining surpassed all our expectations, making our special day not just memorable, but truly exceptional.
Thanks so much for your service,
Jenn and Gus

Hired as: Waitstaff

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Hands Free Entertaining

Jenn, you looked stunning in your wedding dress! I'm glad the sunset came out to shine on your wedding day at your scenic venue. It was an honor to serve your families on your wedding day, Jenn and Gus. Our goal is to exceed expectations and take over the day-of-event duties so as to permit the host and hostess to be present with their guests. We're elated that we helped create lasting memories for you and your families. Our team is grateful to have earned your praise. Thank you kindly. Damon for the Hands Free Entertaining Crew

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Booking information

Price range: $200 minimum fee covers first 4 hours

Languages: English, French, Greek

Unions: Local 8 (not For Work Through Gig Salad)

What to expect

Will work very hard to make the event a success, exceed expectations, and perform in a professional manner. I support measures to limit the spread of COVID. I am pleased to inform you I am fully vaccinated and boosted with the Pfizer vaccine, and willing to provide proof upon request. I will come masked if that's what you prefer, with the caveat that you will not see my smiling face.

About

I have been fortunate enough to work at some of the finest establishments in Seattle, such as the Space Needle, Westin Seattle, the Edgewater Hotel, the Washington Athletic Club, and in the private suites at Centurylink Field during home Seahawks games. I bring with me the training and discipline I learned at those iconic Seattle establishments. Since gaining that valuable experience, I have served many satisfied clients in private homes and on yachts in the Greater Seattle area for over 15 years. With a passion for international travel, I ran with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, lived in French Polynesia, trekked in Nepal, went on a photo safari in Kenya, and visited small villages in Thailand and Indonesia. Knowledge of fine wines and varied cuisines. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and capable of attention to detail. Professional, conscientious, reliable, punctual and self motivated. Excellent health and exceptional physical condition. Avid hiker, marathoner and triathlete. Hold applicable permits to serve food and alcohol. Reliable transportation. Volunteer for organizations like the West Seattle Food Bank and Fair Start. I consider myself to be a people person, and I always strive to exceed expectations. As a pre-Amazon transplant, my roots in this area go back to 1990 when I was hired by the Boeing Company and bought my first home here. Aerospace was my first act. Serving and bartending is my second act. Almost two decades of experience working for private individuals. These are services I am very happy to provide, and it gives me great pleasure to see how much my clients appreciate how I can make their entertaining easier. I'm a very unique and talented individual. Fluent in French, conversational in Spanish and Greek. Resume, recommendations, and additional photos available on request.

Additional booking notes

Happy to provide a recommendation on how many workers will be needed if you provide me the number of guests, types of services requested, and desired level of service. When I am on site to see your venue, pleased to provide advice on planning event layout, flow of people and dessert presentation, after learning more about your event and your preferences. Other services offered in addition to serving and bartending include carving turkeys and roasts, moving furniture and chairs around (pre-event and post-event), assisting with kitchen prep work, barbeque watch, specialty cake cutting, doing dishes, busing, cleanup and garbage detail.

Services offered

Past booked events

January 2026

24

Saturday

Dinner Party

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Gig Harbor, WA

December 2025

27

Saturday

Dinner Party

4:30pm - 9:30pm

Redmond, WA

11

Thursday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 9:00pm

Kirkland, WA

August 2025

23

Saturday

Cocktail Party

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Seattle, WA

July 2025

04

Friday

House Party

1:30pm - 5:30pm

Kirkland, WA

03

Thursday

Birthday Party

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Bainbridge Island, WA

June 2025

27

Friday

Wedding Reception

5:30pm - 8:30pm

Snoqualmie, WA

December 2024

30

Monday

Dinner Party

4:30pm - 8:30pm

Fall City, WA

15

Sunday

Christmas Party

1:00pm - 6:00pm

Kirkland, WA

14

Saturday

House Party

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Bellevue, WA

07

Saturday

Christmas Party

5:00pm - 10:00pm

Seattle, WA

July 2024

04

Thursday

House Party

3:00pm - 8:30pm

Kirkland, WA

June 2024

15

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:30pm - 9:30pm

Mukilteo, WA

December 2023

28

Thursday

Personal Occasion

5:00pm - 8:30pm

Fall City, WA

25

Monday

Dinner Party

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Seattle, WA

17

Sunday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 7:00pm

Kirkland, WA

October 2023

28

Saturday

Halloween Party

4:30pm - 8:00pm

Woodinville, WA

07

Saturday

House Party

3:30pm - 6:30pm

Woodinville, WA

July 2023

29

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 8:00pm

Seattle, WA

08

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:30pm - 7:30pm

Kenmore, WA

04

Tuesday

House Party

3:30pm - 8:30pm

Kirkland, WA

January 2023

21

Saturday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 10:30pm

Bellevue, WA

December 2022

11

Sunday

Christmas Party

2:00pm - 7:00pm

Kirkland, WA

November 2022

29

Tuesday

Nonprofit Event

3:30pm - 8:30pm

Seattle, WA

October 2022

07

Friday

Dinner Party

4:30pm - 8:30pm

Seattle, WA

01

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Seattle, WA

August 2022

26

Friday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Redmond, WA

July 2022

23

Saturday

Dinner Party

4:30pm - 10:30pm

Seattle, WA

09

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 9:30pm

Snohomish, WA

May 2022

04

Wednesday

Nonprofit Event

5:00pm - 8:30pm

Seattle, WA

February 2022

27

Sunday

Corporate Event

3:30pm - 10:00pm

Bellevue, WA

January 2022

06

Thursday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Edmonds, WA

December 2021

04

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)

Seattle, WA

October 2021

30

Saturday

Halloween Party

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Sammamish, WA

16

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 12:30am

Seattle, WA

09

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Seattle, WA

02

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 8:30pm

Snohomish, WA

August 2021

29

Sunday

Wedding Reception

11:00am - 5:00pm

North Bend, WA

13

Friday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Normandy Park, WA

July 2021

31

Saturday

House Party

11:30am - 5:30pm

Shoreline, WA

10

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Seattle, WA

November 2019

16

Saturday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 10:00pm

Seattle, WA

02

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 9:00pm

Bellevue, WA

October 2019

12

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)

Seattle, WA

August 2019

29

Thursday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Seattle, WA

11

Sunday

Wedding Reception

3:00pm - 7:30pm

Woodinville, WA

03

Saturday

Dinner Party

5:00pm - 10:00pm

Seattle, WA

May 2019

30

Thursday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Seattle, WA

18

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:30pm - 10:30pm

Puyallup, WA

April 2019

19

Friday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 12:00am (Sat)

Seattle, WA

February 2019

24

Sunday

Wedding Reception

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Seattle, WA

September 2018

01

Saturday

Birthday Party

3:30pm - 10:00pm

Seattle, WA

Team

Have an Assistant I can add. Assistant can help with Serving, Bartending and Busing.

Setup requirements

Tray if butler-serving appetizers or drinks. Prefer tray with cork top.

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