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Hard working and reliable - highly recommended !

Cook & Clean

$100

Outstanding. Service was exceptional. Thank you fur making my event a standout success. Cannot recommend their services more highly. Thank you both so much. I will definitely be using your services again

Mixologist Bartender

$200

Jess was an absolute PRO. Made the whole night a breeze and I couldn't recommend her more. Thanks again so much

Bartenders for Engagement

$400

Linden was brilliant. Friendly and good humoured. A complete self starter. Everybody loved her. Exactly what we needed for an important client event. Will definitely hire again.

Barista (Nespresso) for event 10-4pm 2-3rd Sept. MCEC Melbourne

$900

Vered is a legend. 10/10

Wait staff for event

$150

Hannah was great, very responsive and punctual! Did what was asked. Thank you 🙏🏼

Professional Photographer needed for Kitchen Splashback Photography

$5

What's the average cost of a staffing service in Melbourne

$150 - $290

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$150

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$200

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$290

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What do staffing services include?

Staffing services help you fill in the roles needed in your team, at least temporarily. With their suitable skills and experience, they can assist you with delivering the tasks you need to fulfil. Whether you need someone to be part of your wait staff, marketing staff, or customer service team, recruiting the best manpower resources available even at the last minute is crucial to keep your business running. 

Hospitality staffing

Running a hospitality business can be overwhelming, especially on a busy day or during a special event. In these situations, hiring a short-term barista, bartender, chef, concierge, or duty manager can keep your business running smoothly. They can be added manpower to help your entire team deliver the best service, or they can also be convenient replacements if you have key staff members calling in sick or needing a day off work. Having them on board can help you focus on important tasks while keeping your guests well-fed and entertained.

Admin staffing

Filing, planning, and data entry are additional workloads that can keep you constantly caught up. Getting help with admin tasks can take a load off your shoulders and free up your time so you can dedicate your energy to focusing on your primary duties. Whether you need a last-minute executive assistant, receptionist, or a data entry specialist to help you temporarily, hiring qualified ones can help grow your business efficiently, without paper jams, unanswered calls, and other kinds of chaos!

Marketing staffing

Hiring short-term marketing staff can help get your message across! Depending on the product or service you offer, your Tasker can approach your potential customers with offers, promotions, tasters, freebies, and other incentives to encourage them to engage with your business. They can also come up with marketing materials to help your business be known in your desired area. Sending out emails, making cold calls, and interacting with your customers can also be a part of their job.

Healthcare staffing

Outsourcing temporary physicians and nurses can help your business grow. They take care of your employees physically and mentally because healthy members of a team only mean continued success for your business. They can hold medical checkups and consultations for your organisation to ensure that your employees are in tip-top shape. It’s also highly crucial to have healthcare staff if running an office, clinic, school, church, or other institution. 

Recent Staffing tasks in Melbourne

EVENT STAFF NEEDED

$150

Melbourne City Centre VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Need an extra set of hands TONIGHT 🙌 Looking for someone to help with: 🎟 Ticket scanning 💻 Online sales tracking 💵 Door ticket sales Fast-paced club environment, good vibes. Must be switched on and ready to go today. Hit me up ASAP if keen.

Today 12pm-2pm west melbourne, urgent restaurant front staff

$60

West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Promote customer, Welcoming, Ready for customer, taking order, Serving food, look after customer, counter payment, clean venue

Bartenders

$160

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Title: Bartender Needed – 4PM to 8PM Event Shift ($40/hr) Description: Hi! We’re looking for an experienced bartender to help at a private event. We need someone who can confidently handle drink service and be responsible for bar operations during the event. Details: Date: April 19, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (4-hour shift) Location: 15 Caravel Ln, Docklands, Melbourne, VIC 3000 Rate: $40 AUD per hour Responsibilities: Set up and manage the bar area Serve drinks efficiently and professionally Maintain cleanliness of bar space during service Ensure responsible alcohol service at all times Basic stock awareness / restocking as needed Friendly guest interaction Requirements: Previous bartending experience required Must be confident working independently Reliable, punctual, and well-presented Additional Info: All drinks/menu details and setup instructions will be provided prior to the event. It’s a fairly straightforward service shift, but we need someone who can run the bar smoothly from start to finish.

Wedding celebrant for legal only ceremony

$200

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Celebrant to perform marriage legal documents only, nothing else, will be in a room at the hotel Windsor

HENS PARTY - 2-3 hours- will supply alcohol

$250

South Yarra VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2026

Hello, We have a Hen's in the 2nd of May. We were wanting a quote for 2 hours of cocktails- all items would be provided. would be in south Yarra at air b and b around 4:30ish -6:30ish - definitely want french martinis

Hens - 2 hours of cocktail making- only 2 or 3 custom cocktails

$180

South Yarra VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2026

Hello, We have a Hen's in the 2nd of May. We were wanting a quote for 2 hours of cocktails- all items would be provided. would be in south Yarra at air b and b around 4:30ish -6:30ish - definitely want french martinis

Coffee Cart for Event

$1,500

Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2026

3-4 hours Location: Fitzroy gardens most likely but TBC All coffee, milks and alternative milks required to be provided by cart Barista included preferred Want to also have dog treats served - potentially puppacinos etc. as the event is centred around dogs Please send a quote / details of your cart Customisable cart would be preferred as well Thank you

Sales staff required for expo event

$30

South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia

15th Apr 2026

Seeking energetic, well-spoken sale support staff for the Melbourne Home Show this Friday - Sunday at the convention centre. Primary role will be to hand out flyers to expo visitors and engage in casual but sales-driven conversations. Prior experience in sales is preferred. Confidence and enthusiasm is a must. Hourly rate.

Waiter / waitress for a birthday party

$200

North Melbourne VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2026

Hi! I’m hosting a small party and need bartending / waiting support for 3-3.5hrs (7-10:30pm) No bartending experience needed, but simple mixing will be required. Expected tasks Help wirh basic setup of bar area Assist, guests, pour and/of mix drinks Help maintain a basic level of order by collecting glasses, and rubbish Please over 18 only due to alcohol handling We will have food for the guests, you will be welcome to it too Event is in North Melbourne

Cass was amazing Showed up early and did an amazing job 100 will book again Thanks!!

Bartender with RSA for tradeshow

$250

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

7th Apr 2026

We are requiring a RSA qualified bartender to shake pre-batched cocktails at a trade show from 5pm to 9pm

Giselle was a great asset to our trade show as a bartender. Would definitely have her back in a heartbeat.

Waiter and dishwasher for lunch on 12/4. South Yarra. 5 hrs.

$200

South Yarra VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2026

Waiting and washing dishes for lunch with 24 people. Will be a buffet lunch.

Rebecca is outstanding. No hesitation in recommending her. Will work with her again.

Create balloon garland & deliver

$200

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Looking for someone to make a balloon garland for me and delivery it on Friday 27th to Fitzroy! Happy to pay for the bits and pieces. Preferably white, pink & gold balloons :)

Tori did an amazing job

Photobooth attendant

$180

Prahran VIC, Australia

10th Mar 2026

Hi, I’m looking for one photobooth attendant / assistant to help guests take posed photos at a private event in the afternoon (12-4pm). No camera or supplies required, but there will be some interaction with guests. There will be another person at event to assist as well but the photobooth attendant will be doing most of the photobooth / guest interaction related task. Potential ongoing work for the right person.

It was great working with Edoardo. Friendly, attentive and reliable. Definitely has a good eye for photography. Thanks again!

Bartending for siti

$230

Essendon VIC, Australia

7th Mar 2026

Bartending job including airtasker fees 5 hrs

Thank you for your help! Much appreciated!! Highly recommended Esteban for party!

I need a bartender

$200

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

1st Mar 2026

On the 14 march, 6 hours $30 per hour plus $20 for transportation at an event in Chernside park for 60 people. Just spirits, wine, beers and aperol spritz :) in between 3pm-9pm. Pretty chill. RSA required

Best person you could hire in your life. Lucy worked at my wedding and she was very flexible and was able to adapt to any situation. Very lovely and helpful! You will love her for sure.

Event staff

$10

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

27th Feb 2026

I need a person to help set up an event in Richmond. Unloading the truck, setting up props etc. Involves lifting. Shift starts at 7.00pm - 11.00pm.

Worked really well, will use him again

Waiter/waitress to serve food and drinks at small dinner party

$140

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

11th Feb 2026

After someone who has done this before please no one who has no experience sorry , having a lunch for eight people looking for someone to serve. I am a chef and I will be doing the food you will also need to serve drinks on arrival and throughout the afternoon and also tidy up a little example put things in the dishwasher, etc

Absolutely amazing took control and helped All afternoon. We’re definitely hiring Lani again 🩷 funny

Cocktail wait staff.

$180

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Make & serve a limited range of cocktails. General serving & helping with food items too. For a 50th birthday with around 30 guests. From 6pm-11pm.

Sarah was an outstanding host for my event. Highly recommended.

romantic birthday balloons and rose petals in a south bank hotel

$250

Southbank VIC, Australia

5th Feb 2026

Staying at the Oakwood premiere in south bank Melbourne and I need special romantic birthday celebrations done before me and my partner arrive it will need to be done by 3pm on the Friday 20th of march

Absolutely exceeded my expectations

Event runner

$250

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

We need someone to help with welcoming a small group, organising coffees for a training session. If you can take some good iPhone snaps that would be great. Location: 555 Collins st , Melbourne Start: 8am Finish: 2pm Must be reliable, smartly presented and arrive on time.

Sean is excellent. Great communicator, prompt and polite.