Moon Star Rising

Braddock, PA

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Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Deluxe bartending services. Attention to detail ensures your guests the most enjoyable time while serving lavish fine cocktails. Your guests will be impressed by my A+ services, which are professional and friendly. Your event's success is my success.
With over 25 years of working in the food and beverage industry in the U.S. and Mexico, Moon Star Rising services has acquired expert knowledge of wines, beers, and fine cocktail beverages. I have worked in some of the most upscale restaurants in Palm Beach, Florida, to Northern California vineyards. See you at your next event.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Mark C.

July 9, 2023
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Absolutely perfect!!

I recently had the pleasure of hiring Shona and Jason as bartenders for a special event, and I must say, they were absolutely wonderful. Their expertise in bartending, coupled with their friendly demeanor and efficient service, made them standout professionals.

From the moment Shona and Jason arrived at the event, it was clear that they were well-versed in the art of bartending. They quickly set up their stations with precision and elegance, creating an inviting atmosphere for our guests. Their attention to detail and commitment to providing an exceptional experience were truly commendable.

Throughout the evening, Shona and Jason showcased their extensive knowledge of cocktails and beverages. They effortlessly catered to a diverse range of drink preferences, impressing everyone with their ability to mix up a variety of unique and delicious concoctions. Whether it was crafting classic cocktails or creating custom drinks, their expertise was evident in every sip.

What truly stood out about Shona and Jason was their friendly and approachable nature. They interacted with the guests with genuine warmth and enthusiasm, making everyone feel welcome and appreciated. They took the time to listen to individual preferences and provided personalized recommendations, ensuring that each guest had a memorable beverage experience.

One aspect that particularly impressed me was their quick service. Despite the high volume of guests, Shona and Jason remained composed and efficient, never compromising on the quality of their service. They managed to deliver drinks promptly without ever making anyone feel rushed, striking the perfect balance between speed and attentiveness.

Overall, I cannot recommend Shona and Jason highly enough. Their professionalism, knowledge, and friendly demeanor truly elevated the event. The positive feedback from my guests speaks volumes about their exceptional bartending skills. If you're looking for experienced bartenders who will exceed your expectations, Shona and Jason are the perfect choice.

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Shona and Jason for their outstanding service. They played a significant role in making the event a resounding success, and I would not hesitate to hire them again in the future.

Hired as: Bartender

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Moon Star Rising

Mark and Cliff’s special celebration was a memorable event where we had the pleasure of providing bartending services. Thank you choosing Moon Star Rising Services.


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Terese N.

October 16, 2022
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Best Wedding Bartender!

I hired Shona to bartend my brother's wedding of ~50 people and she was amazing! Came with her own bar and several mixers which made everything go smoothly. She made some great drinks and was very adaptable throughout the night. Would definitely hire her for any event in the future!

Hired as: Bartender


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Matt P.

August 28, 2022

Fantastic

If you are looking for a bartender to host your event, don’t hesitate and hire Shona! Shona is an amazing person and great bartender. She went above and beyond to make our event memorable. We will be booking again for our next event.

Hired as: Bartender


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Matt P.

August 28, 2022
Verified review

Fantastic

If you are looking for a bartender to host your event, don’t hesitate and hire Shona! Shona is an amazing person and great bartender. She went above and beyond to make our event memorable. We will be booking again for our next event.

Hired as: Bartender


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Samantha G.

July 23, 2022
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Wonderful service and quality skills!!!

We had a small dinner party and all of our guests raved about how great the drinks were! The service was impeccable! She was essential to making our night a breeze by handling all the cocktails so we cook and spend time with our guests!!!

Hired as: Bartender

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: Spanish

What to expect

What you can expect on the day of your event if you were to hire me.
1. That I will show up early
2. I will be professionally dressed
3. Ready to get to work and assist wherever needed (I am a team player)
4. I will NOT BE ON MY CELL PHONE AT ANYTIME
5. Friendly
6. Area kept clean and free of unwanted items
7. Adaptable
8. Follow your directions
9. Engaged-But does not mingle with guests
10. Breakdown and clean up promptly

About

It is most common for people to note my beautiful smile when they first meet me and the second thing they notice is my warm and friendly personality. This is because I am a people person and customer service has always come naturally to me.

Beginning in the 90s while employed in the food/beverage industry in South Florida, I gained an appreciation for the quality and quantity of service-go above and beyond customer satisfaction.

Later, I would sharpen those skills after receiving my certifications in massage therapy where I would apply those characteristics of quality and quantity service to my own business as a massage therapist.
It was my extensive client retention that allowed me to understand what and how what I was doing was 'right.' What I understood is that my clients could have chosen anyone for massage service, but it was the quality of service that I provided that kept them coming back year after year.
Currently, I am still employed as a service provider as an educator, and my clients are students, who can be some of the toughest clients to satisfy yet, somehow I still am able to satisfy.

I personally strive to give excellent service no matter what capacity I am employed. And that is what you can expect from me. To be on time for your event, to treat each and every one of your guests with the utmost promptness, friendliness, and respect. And finally, when you reflect on me and your event, your smile is as big, bright, and beautiful as mine.
Warmly,
Shona

Additional booking notes

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Past booked events

July 2023

08

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:30pm - 10:30pm

Canonsburg, PA

October 2022

15

Saturday

Wedding Reception

2:00pm - 8:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

August 2022

27

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

July 2022

21

Thursday

Cocktail Party

6:00pm - 9:30pm

Carnegie, PA

03

Sunday

Birthday Party

1:00pm - 7:00pm

Pittsburgh, PA

Setup requirements

I bring my own massage table and oils

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