Privenstaff
Event & hospitality staffing
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How Privenstaff compares
A look at typical NYC-area event staffing rates, based on published pricing and market research.
| Role | Privenstaff ★ Us | Worthwhile | Model Bartender | Ruby | Julia Valler | Topshelf | Premier Staff | NYE Staffing | Party Waiters LLC | Runway Waiters | HighLife Productions | NYC Market Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waiter / Server ($/hr) | $41–49 | $60–75 | $65–90 | $60–80 | $65–90 | $45–60 | $49 | $42–50 | $40–55 | $55–75 | $55–75 | $50–65 |
| Bartender ($/hr) | $44–56 | $65–85 | $70–100 | $70–95 | $70–95 | $50–70 | $60 / up to $90 | $55–70 | $50–65 | $60–85 | $60–85 | $58–75 |
| Captain / Lead ($/hr) | $59–74 | $85–110 | $95–125 | $90–115 | $95–120 | $65–85 | $70–90 | $75–95 | $65–80 | $80–100 | $80–100 | $78–98 |
Privenstaff rates are calculated at roughly 25% below the NYC market average based on our internal cost analysis. Competitor rates are estimated from publicly available sources except where noted; actual pricing may vary by agency, event scope, and season.