We are currently in need of volunteer bartenders and support staff for our bar nights and catered events and post events.
For our bar operations:
Our bar, at the Petaluma Memorial Building, is open every Friday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, serving as a safe and welcoming place for Veterans to gather, reconnect, and share a beer. Lately, we have faced challenges staffing the bar each week to support this important mission.
For our catered events:
We also need bartenders for private events at the Petaluma Veterans Memorial Building. Our Post uniquely holds the sole liquor license for the entire building, allowing us to host paid events such as weddings, birthday parties, and receptions.
The proceeds from these events are a major reason the Post maintains positive cash flow, directly funding our operations and supporting local Veteran causes.
Catering events typically take place on Saturdays or Sundays from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Bartending for these events can either be a paid position or a donation of your time to the Post.
Requirements:
All bartenders are required to complete the Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training to receive state certification. The steps to complete this training are simple and straightforward—see instructions below.
Final Notes:
– Our officer staff is currently stretched thin trying to meet demand. Any time and support you can offer would be greatly appreciated and will make a real difference in sustaining our mission and supporting local Veterans.
– We are also seeking volunteers to help with our Memorial Day barbecue at the Post on Monday, May 27, 2025. Any assistance you can provide for this important day would be greatly appreciated as we come together to honor those who served.
If you are able to help with any of these needs, please contact our Quartermaster, Gary Bala, at (707) 239-4499 or operations@vfwpost1929.org. He will provide more details and get you set up to cover any of these events.
Thank you for your consideration and your continued service to the Post.
V/r,
Andrew M. LeMarQuand
Commander, Post 1929
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Petaluma, California
Cell: 707.494.7282
Email: commander@vfw1929.org
Website: www.vfw1929.org