A colorful spread of delicious party catering food, including sandwiches, salads, fruits, and desserts, beautifully arranged on a table.
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Incredible! Geoff was above and beyond what we expected. Can’t wait to book him again 🤩👏👏

Chef / cocktail maker for home function

$360

Elaine was punctual and lovely from the start she certainly knew what she was doing and got the job done over and above my expectations. I would certainly hire her again.

Someone to make cocktails for 2-3hrs

$300

Felix is wonderful! Nothing is too much trouble and we loved having him work at our event. Highly recommend his services!

Cocktail bartender for 50th birthday party

$300

Wow Hannah and Naomi were amazing. They made the night fantastic. Professional, friendly and just awesome. I could not recommend them highly enough. So appreciative that they were there to take care of and make the cocktail bar so great

2 cocktail people

$200

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Bartender to make cocktails at a party

$200

Fantastic team! So accommodating and professional. Everything was taken care of and they made our party a huge success. Thank you!

Bar Tender/Cocktail Maker for House Event

$200

What's the average cost of a party catering specialist

$200 - $350

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$200

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$250

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$350

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Why book a party catering service through Airtasker?

It doesn’t matter what type of event you are planning. It’s often the food and beverages that excite guests the most. The best way to anyone’s heart is indeed through their stomachs, so it’s important to knock it out of the park when planning your event’s food options. You need to meet your guests’ different dietary needs and build a menu around the event theme, all while making sure the food tastes great and feeds everyone in attendance.

To make it an easier task, you can enlist party catering experts with years of experience in crafting exceptional menus tailored to any taste, crowd size, and preference. Whether it's for a corporate event, wedding, or baby shower catering, you can find the perfect party caterers near you through Airtasker. Simply post a task, select the caterer you wish to work with, and book the service!

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Top Party Catering related questions

This will depend on the Tasker’s terms and conditions. An advance deposit might be required to procure supplies and consumables for the event, such as ingredients, as well as upfront labour fees. To ensure your expectations are aligned with the service to be provided, it is best to discuss this matter with your Tasker.

While many caterers available on Airtasker are equipped to service different types of events, it may still depend on the individual if they are willing to take on a baby shower catering request. Consult the party caterer near you before officially booking the service or specify your needs when posting your task.

Party caterers near you will come equipped with a complete set of equipment including plates, utensils, and everything they will need to serve the food. They are also responsible for setting up your tables and linens. You will not need to provide anything else.

Not all the time. This depends on the party catering service you have chosen for your party. Plated dining service requires a staff member as they will be serving dishes for every course. However, a buffet catering service will not always require staff.

Yes, you can! While caterers can advise on ideal food options for a given event or to accommodate specific dietary restrictions, you have the freedom to select every food item on the menu. This includes drinks, which you can also customise. If you request a specific brand of liquor, your Tasker may arrange this for you, provided you give ample time for preparation and are ready to cover any extra costs for this special request.

Yes, party caterers near you will need an on-premises liquor licence to serve alcohol, including cocktails. This is issued by the local government where the business is registered. In addition to this, Taskers must also have a valid business permit to operate a cocktail catering business. Feel free to reach out to your Tasker if you need to discuss this in detail.

Airtasker can cater to all your party needs from food to event documentation. You can hire event planners on Airtasker for a hassle-free experience organising your event or book a local photographer to capture those special moments.

What do party catering services include?

What’s a party without food? If you’re short on time or have hundreds of guests to feed, leave it to the experts and book a party catering near you!


With Airtasker, hiring party caterers is now easier than ever. Taskers can assist you with every aspect, from planning and crafting a menu everyone will love, customising it to match your event's theme, serving food during the event, and even taking care of after-party cleanup.


Ensure a hassle-free celebration by selecting any of these party catering services for your next event:


Buffet style catering

Buffets stand out as a popular and versatile catering option suitable for any type of event. This is because they offer several advantages: they are more economical and easier to organise, while still delighting guests with a wide selection of food choices. Buffets are particularly ideal for accommodating large crowds and sizable events like weddings and company events, as they allow hosts to cater to various dietary preferences. This type of party catering also encourages guests to serve themselves, so there’s no additional expense for servers and waitstaff.


Cocktail catering

If you’re hosting a party centred on mingling and socialization, such as corporate networking events, cocktail party catering is your best bet. This dining style features small plates, handhelds, outdoor herbs, and other appetiser-style food options, complemented by a bar and beverage service. Guests can savour these delightful offerings while standing at high-top cocktail tables or opt for bar stools or traditional dining room table seating.


Perfect for smaller venues, intimate gatherings, and pre-events preceding larger occasions like conferences, cocktail party catering is often more cost-effective than other dining choices.


Food stations

Setting up food stations is an interesting choice for party catering near you. They're reminiscent of buffets given the diverse variety of food and beverage options, but with a unique twist. For food stations, each table features a different type of food or drink. In Australia, some exciting trends include stations for tapas, taco bars, and even a doughnut wall and a food art station.


Food stations can be accommodated in any venue size, small or large. The dining options can also be easily tailored to theme-specific events, making them an excellent choice for Halloween parties or baby shower catering.


Plated Dining Service

If you want to take it up a notch, consider plated dining services. This is another popular party catering style often reserved for more formal events such as fundraisers and galas. Typically a fancier choice, this option also comes with a higher price tag.


Choosing plated dining requires thorough planning not only of the food options, but also the other various elements that make up the dining experience, including tableware, tables and chairs, linens, and waitstaff. With plated dining, meals are served by waitstaff to all guests at the same time. Guests can also select their dinner options from a predetermined menu provided when they RSVP to your event.

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Bar tender - Cocktails

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Bartend making cocktails at a 40th birthday

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Mount Cotton QLD, Australia

24th Jan 2026

Looking for someone to mix cocktails for an event at my home. 3 hrs work

Cocktail bartender

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24th Jan 2026

Looking for someone to mix cocktails for an event at a home. Approximately 13 people attending. For around 3 hours.

Bartender / Cocktail maker for 40th Birthday

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Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia

24th Jan 2026

Hi, i need a cocktail maker for a 40th birthday event (approx 25 guests) for approx 2-3hrs from 7pm (to either 9pm or 10pm max). Everything will be provided & already setup on the day (eg. cocktail stand, mixers, alcohol, ingredients etc) all you need to do is show up & mix cocktails

Two waiters for private event - food service, cocktail style event

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Caroline Springs VIC 3023, Australia

23rd Jan 2026

Looking for two hospitality professionals to serve food at our Engagement party on Saturday 31 January in Caroline Springs, 6pm to 11pm. It is a cocktail style event, with platters that will circulate for 50 guests. Also, help with collecting used glasses and replenishing ice.

Balloon Arch for Baby Shower

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Pyrmont, New South Wales

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I am hosting my Baby Shower on 11th April and looking for a Balloon arrangement with the theme of jungle/safari. I have attached some inspo and happy to discuss options.

Cocktail bartender

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Ashburton VIC, Australia

22nd Jan 2026

Looking for a person to mix some cocktails for 20-25 people in Ashburton on the 24th of January. It’s a casual get together for us to have a little cocktail night . Will supply the alcohol and mixers. Time will be 3- 7 but can be flexible based on availability but is will be in the evening

Making cocktails and serving drinks & food

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Aspendale VIC, Australia

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Lidcombe NSW, Australia

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Serve alcohol (wine and spirits) plus make cocktails. 20 adults will be attending.

Thank you so much Rod!! You were excellent, our party wouldn’t have been a hit without you! Hiring you again definitely!

Baby shower decor

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Donnybrook VIC 3064, Australia

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Looking for a gender neutral decor look for baby shower balloons and banner provided need set up like arch and flowers

Great work highly recommend

Bartender to make cocktails for a Party

$200

Chapel Hill QLD, Australia

6th Dec 2025

Bartender to make cocktails for a Birthday party. We will provide the alcohol required. Just tell us the requirements + bonus if you have a bar cart.

Great service, good overall service, good cocktails.

Bartender Needed for Christmas Cocktail Service

$150

Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia

3rd Dec 2025

Hi there! We’re hosting a Christmas dinner and are looking for an experienced bartender to mix and serve cocktails throughout the evening. When: 25th December 2025 Time: Approx. 4pm to 6pm Location: Black Rock, VIC Guests: ~50 people (casual Christmas gathering) We will supply: All alcohol and mixers Cocktail shakers Glassware Ice Garnishes Bar setup area Hourly rate - $50 per hour

Suthee was phenomenal! Suthee helped our big family on Christmas day and cannot thank him enough Such a beautiful soul and made the best cocktails, cant thank you enough Suthee, merry christmas!

Cocktail and bar staff

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Fairlight NSW 2094, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

Cocktail staff and bar staff with light serving duties. We have a private house party for 22 guests. Start 5 pm to 9 pm To serve margaritas, vodka soda, wine and beer. We will have drop off catering and will need to present the catering on platters so guests can help themselves. Clean and wash glasses as you go and a quick tidy up before leaving. Cocktail bar staff must know how to make a good margarita. We will provide the alcohol and ingredients. Must also bring your own Cocktail utensils.

Awesome team. Would hire them again

Cocktail Bartender

$300

Brookvale NSW, Australia

18th Nov 2025

Need a cocktail bartender for a private office drinks next Friday afternoon. Location: Brookvale Arrival Time: 4PM Event Starts: 5PM Event Ends: 9PM Bump Out By: 9:30PM Attendees: Up to 30 Will need to manage service of Beer and Wine as well as two cocktails for the evening. Cocktails will be a Tommy's Margarita / Jalapeno Tommy's - and then another one of the bartenders choice. Office has an ice machine and basic coccktail accessories - however bartender will need to bring own shakers etc. We will order supplies to be onsite when you arrive.

Booked Jenny to help us out with an office Christmas party - and she was such an asset, all our attendees loved the drinks and chatting with Jenny - she was fantastic. Even helped with setup and cleanup (which wasn’t asked for - but was greatly appreciated) look forward to working with Jenny again soon.

Make cocktails at my drinks party from 6:30-8:30pm

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Mosman NSW, Australia

13th Nov 2025

I am having 10-12 women for drinks and would like a cocktail maker to come and make us some cocktails for 2 hours. 6:30-8:30pm

This service and experience was excellent! Highly recommend

Bartender to make cocktails for guests

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North Lakes QLD, Australia

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Need a Bartender to make cocktails for 28 guests, we have a premade menu of 6 cocktails. From 2.30pm-6.30pm.

Hired Felix for my 23rd, birthday and he was fantastic!! Our bartender cancelled the day before and Felix was able to step in so last minute. Guests were very happy as well :)

Cocktail maker / bartender for birthday

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Brighton East VIC 3187, Australia

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Require an experienced cocktail maker for two hours to make 3 pre-determined signature cocktails. Venue will be at a private residence, hosting approximately 40 people. Required in Dec, please see details on specific date. Alcohol will be provided and bartender to bring their own equipment.

Daniella did a fantastic job. 11/10! Faultless service and self sufficient. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for some to make cocktails. Thank you so much!

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Red Hill, Queensland

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Backyard BBQ 40th Party - We are supplying all alcohol and plan to have Prosecco and Beers around the party and looking for a bartender to mix cocktails for 4 hours for our guests (possibly 45 guest but quite a few sober so maybe 30 cocktail drinkers), mostly margaritas and G&Ts but open to suggestions. 5pm to 9pm Saturday 29th November in Red Hill Brisbane.

Thanks for your help!