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Looking for exceptional Event Staff in Manchester? Poptop has an exclusive selection of 23 top-tier event professionals, ready to make your occasion seamless. Whether you need expert Bar Staff, attentive Waiting Staff, reliable Security, welcoming Hosts & Hostesses, or dynamic Promotional Staff, our Manchester team is poised to elevate any gathering. From grand corporate functions at The Lowry to elegant weddings at Manchester Town Hall, discover the perfect support for your event.
Our team of staff has over 40 years experience between them and have worked in an array of restaurants and event space. 10-1000 capacity is normal for us.
All our staff are well trained, professionally dressed, well mannered, reliable, first-aid trained, food safety & hygiene certified and very adaptable to varied task requests.
All our staff are well trained, professionally dressed, well mannered, reliable, first-aid trained, food safety & hygiene certified and very adaptable to varied task requests.
Our team of professional cocktail bartenders are experienced in the art of creating delicious drinks for you to enjoy. We will even build a cocktail menu especially for your event!
Good Drinks & Good vibes are what we offer and if we have ingredients to whip you a cocktail off-pist then we will do our utmost to do so.
Staff Unique don't want you to have to do a thing during your events other than enjoy yourselves. We gather all information we need pre event to ensure the smooth running of every party.
Our professional, diverse team of flair bartenders & mixologists are committed to creating perfectly balanced drinks for your events.
Super-efficient, articulate, smart, and friendly waiting staff members. We offer an exceptional service at very competitive prices.
We’ll create an event that you and your guests will absolutely love, and all at a great rate you will love just as much.
Our skilled bartenders will use your space, stock, ingredients, and glassware to craft expert drinks and cocktails, elevating your event with top-notch mixology and seamless service.
Our trained professional waiting staff offers amazing service, with over 10 years in the event industry all staff are trained professionally with a positive attitude and reliability.
Our team of trained, professional bartenders offer amazing service creating delicious drinks for your special event. Why not add our amazing mixologists to give you party the extra boost
We cater to events far and wide! Starting off a service with welcome drinks and finishing off with the last call and lasting memories! Don't forget breathtaking cocktails to die for!
Nothing is too much we understand how important the event is and treat every event differently by listening to your need and wishes. We offer a fun professional service with amazing staff.
“Nothing was too much trouble,” a quote from one of our clients that echoes throughout our testimonials. Experts in hospitality, with a wealth of experience. We bring the party to you! 🥳
Experience world-class cocktails and unforgettable flair bartending with us! Tailored to your event, we bring expert mixology and exciting entertainment to every occasion.
You can be safe in the knowledge that our bar service will run perfectly in the capable hands of our experienced staff, leaving you to relax and enjoy the occasion.
If you want to spice up the night with a Caipiroska, a classic Cosmopolitan or one of our popular martinis- We've got you covered!
Professional cocktail bartenders will take care of your guests, crafting delicious and unforgettable drinks while approaching them with confidentiality and empathy. With a Italian background and experience across the whole bartending world, you won’t regret your choice.
About supplier
We are three senior master bartenders with 10+ years of luxury and fine dining hospitality experience. What makes us different? Our personal approach to our customers whilst maintaining a professional attitude to our roles. Our touch of joyful sympathy is one that cannot be surpassed.
from £320 / event
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Manchester throws brilliant parties. From tech meetups in red-brick mills to media launches in slick studios, it’s the team on the floor that keeps everything moving. Hire the right waiting staff and bartenders and your night glides. Hire short or brief badly and you’ll feel every queue. In this guide we show how to book event staff in Manchester with confidence, what to pay, how many you need, and the little details that make service feel effortless.
We’re writing for anyone searching for event staff in Manchester and wanting practical answers. You might be planning a tech meetup, a media launch, a city wedding, a student ball, or a private loft party. Your venue could be a converted mill, a Northern Quarter studio, a hotel, a co-working hub, or a suburban hall. The principles are the same, and we’ll tailor them to the way this city runs events.
Manchester has its own rhythm. We lean into it rather than fighting it.
Choose one of these tones as a north star. It helps us set uniforms, menu style, and pace without overcomplicating the brief.
Manchester rates are fair and predictable when you know the ranges.
Weekends and late finishes can sit at the upper end. A four-hour minimum is standard. If your plan includes a detailed setup, add an hour before doors for the core team. For larger events we recommend a supervisor once you pass 120 guests or if the venue is spread across multiple rooms.
Good waiting staff don’t just carry trays. They maintain the flow of the room.
Our mantra is simple. No guest should have to ask for a top-up, a bin, or directions. If they do, we adjust the pattern or add a runner.
A proper bartender is part host, part engineer. The station is tidy, the recipes are consistent, and the queue keeps moving.
Uniforms depend on the theme. White shirt and waistcoat reads classic. Clean black tees and aprons feel modern industrial. We keep it consistent across the team so the bar looks intentional.
Use these as a smart starting point for staffing your event.
For seated dining, aim one waiting staff per 10 guests for plated service or one per 12 to 14 for sharing boards. If you’re running late-night service, rotate floor staff onto the bar for last orders and glass recovery.
Manchester’s venues shape logistics. Here’s how we adapt.
A few tried-and-tested flows we use across the city.
Keep it light, keep it tidy.
We’ll also ask about power, water access, lift availability, and any noise limits. These details save time and protect the venue.
You do not need a full project plan. A short brief does the trick.
We build the staffing plan, confirm costs, and share a tidy run sheet. You stay in control without drowning in admin.
Use these examples to sense-check scale and flow.
Poptop isn’t just a marketplace. It’s the most reliable and straightforward way to organise an unforgettable Manchester event with peace of mind and support from start to finish. You see instant, all-inclusive pricing, choose vetted suppliers, and get a team that actually communicates. We understand mill logistics, studio load-ins, hotel standards, and student timelines. More importantly, we care about how your party feels in the room.
Tell us your date, guest numbers, postcode, and the look you’re aiming for. We’ll show you waiting staff and bartenders who fit the brief, share a simple plan, and lock in your team. From tech meetups to city weddings, we make staffing straightforward so you can focus on the moment rather than the mechanics. Let’s build the team that makes your Manchester event sing.