No more bartender no-shows.
Book guaranteed.
Sugar Rimz is the verified bartender booking platform built for Chicago. Guaranteed bartenders with backup coverage. Guaranteed no cancellations. Live ETA tracking, ratings, reviews, and replacement support on every booking — so your event runs smoothly, every time.
Event planners & bartenders: join early access free. Private hosts: request a quote now.
The more you book, the more you save.
Sugar Rimz is built for repeat event planners, establishments, and mobile / pop-up operators. Unlock better pricing as your booking volume grows, rebook bartenders you trust, and track exactly how close you are to your next planner discount tier — all while every event comes with verified bartenders, live ETA tracking, and backup coverage.
Better rates as your booking volume grows. Track your tier inside the app.
- ✓View licensed, insured & trained bartenders before booking
- ✓See certifications and training badges at a glance
- ✓Bulk pricing — the more you book, the more you save
- ✓Track your path to the next planner discount tier
- ✓Rebook past bartenders you trust in one tap
- ✓Access an insurance marketplace through Sugar Rimz
- ✓Live ETA tracking + backup bartender coverage on every event
- ✓Verified profiles with real ratings & reviews
Save more when you book more. Track your tier and unlock better pricing as your booking volume grows.
Pick Better Events.
Work With Better Bartenders.
Earn Better Tips Together.
Join the Sugar Rimz bartender beta — for individual bartenders and mobile bartending companies. See clear pay and tip potential before you accept a job, set a monthly earnings goal, complete virtual training to earn visible profile badges, and access licensing + insurance — so planners and hosts can see exactly why they should book you.
- Wicker Park · Wedding$240 +$210
- Loop · Corporate$200 +$155
- Lincoln Park · Birthday$180 +$140
Clear Pay & Tip Potential Before Accepting
See pay potential, tip potential, event type, location, and hours upfront — before you commit.
Set a Monthly Earnings Goal
Set your monthly income goal and Sugar Rimz maps out exactly how many events you need to hit it.
Virtual Training & Badges
Complete onboarding, speed, flare, customer service, and drink design training — earn visible profile badges that help you stand out.
Licensing & Insurance Marketplace
Access BASSET licensing support and an insurance marketplace through Sugar Rimz. Get covered, get bookable.
Quick After-Event Pay
Get paid quickly after completing the event. No waiting around, no chasing checks.
Know Your Team After Accepting
See who you are working with — view profiles, training, status, and reviews.
Bartender-to-Bartender Reviews
Rate what it was like working with each teammate. Build accountability and reward great work.
Grow Your Sugar Rimz Status
Training + performance = higher status. Become Preferred, Elite, or Sugar Rimz Pro.
Book your event. Pay less — or nothing.
Book bartenders who are vetted, trained, licensed, and insured — with visible trust badges on every profile. Then earn real discounts by referring Sugar Rimz to qualified event planners. Track referrals, nudge them to complete interviews, and watch your discount grow.
Request a Quote + Unlock Discount- 5 referrals · 25% off—
- 5 interviews · 50% off—
- 10 interviews · FREE3 to go
Tier 1 — Connector
Submit 5 qualified event planner referrals and make at least 2 warm introductions by text, email, or call.
We need warm paths to real planners, not just names.
Tier 2 — Champion
5 of the event planners you refer complete an interview, quote request, or beta form on Sugar Rimz.
Rewards real results, not just contact information.
Tier 3 — VIP
10 qualified event planners you refer complete interviews or quote requests through Sugar Rimz.
Keeps the offer valuable but fair. Cap: 1 bartender for 3 hours.
A qualified event planner is someone in Chicago or surrounding suburbs who plans at least 2 events per month, hires or influences bartender staffing, and is willing to complete an interview, quote request, or beta form.
What people are saying
Sample reactions we are testing with early users.
Event Planners
"I liked seeing the bartender's profile before booking — ratings, reviews, training, and experience."
Corporate Event Planner · Chicago
"My bartender lived up to the profile. Professional, on time, and exactly what my client needed."
Event Organizer · Chicago
"Seeing license and insurance information made me feel safer booking for my venue."
Venue Manager · Chicago
Bartenders
"Being able to review other bartenders helps build better teams."
Bartender · Chicago
"Sugar Rimz makes teamwork visible. Good bartenders can stand out."
Bartender · Chicago
"It feels like a bartender family where people can grow, get rated, and build their name."
Bartender · Chicago
Private Hosts
"I booked a bartender and earned a discount by referring my event planner friends. Win-win."
Birthday Host · Chicago
"Professional service, no stress. My guests asked who the bartender was."
House Party Host · Chicago
"The referral program actually paid off. Free bartending for my next party."
Graduation Host · Chicago