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"It made such a difference having Minal over to help host my husband's party. She was super organised, proactive, friendl..."
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"Susan was competent and engaging with other guests as well. She became part of the celebration"
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Recent Wait Staff reviews
Evonny is amazing. She is attentive, friendly and observant. Thanks for your assistance!
Waitress For Housewarming
$250
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Waiter/waitress and party help
$150
Vered is a legend. 10/10
Wait staff for event
$150
Erika did a great job and was very easy to deal with.
Experienced waiter to serve finger food and drinks
$30
I could not recommend Felix more. Highly he made it my party function beautifully.
Waitering
$50
Joy was sterling - took on the task within a few day notice. Stepped into a hectic evening helping at a 21st at our home. Joy used her initiative, super helpful and very pleasant. Would def recommend Joy.
RSA Waitstaff (2)
$5
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Why book wait staff through Airtasker?
Hiring additional wait staff is made easier with Airtasker. Connect with local Taskers who have experience as a waitress or a waiter during peak seasons to help keep shifts manageable and clients well taken care of. You no longer have to worry about posting expensive ads or risking getting someone unreliable during a busy time for your business!
There’s no need to require longer work hours for your full-time staff or risk being understaffed on days when someone calls in sick. Our platform can help you find trustworthy and experienced restaurant waiters and waitresses in just a few taps.
Select that pink ’Post a task’ button, then indicate your location, budget, and responsibilities needed. Mention if it’s for a bar, restaurant, or café. Once Taskers send offers, you can check their profiles along with the ratings and reviews left by other clients that have worked with them before. Choose the Tasker or Taskers who fit your criteria, and you’re all set!
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Top Wait Staff related questions
Hiring a team is doable on Airtasker. You can put up a task asking specifically for a team of people and provide one fee for all of their services. On the flip side, you can also put up several tasks and hire Taskers for each to be part of a team. This way, you can identify the fees for each and indicate any specific responsibilities. For example, a cocktail waitress can have different duties from a barista.
Ideally, the company provides for a uniform for the wait staff. However, if this is not possible given the time constraints or if you think it’s not practical for part-time employees, you can ask them to wear something similar to the full-time staff. It can be black trousers and long-sleeved tops for formal establishments and jeans and a black shirt for more casual places.
There’s no specific degree required in applying as wait staff. However, those with a degree or studying hotel management or culinary arts may be more familiar with what needs to be done. They may also require a higher professional fee as compared to those with zero experience. Consider the overall situation. It may be better to spend higher on hiring an experienced restaurant waitress or waiter instead.
No, there is none! Airtasker doesn’t require a minimum number of hours. However, consider that a shift shorter than two hours might not be an attractive task for someone who still has to dress up, commute, and learn to do the task. An example to consider is hiring a Tasker daily for now but agreeing on an hourly rate.
Definitely. Some Taskers build a connection with clients, especially for services that require knowledge of menus, services, and pricing. Simply coordinate with your chosen Tasker regarding schedule arrangements. We highly encourage booking the subsequent engagements via Airtasker for the safety of both parties.
Yes, there are plenty of professionals who can help you on our platform. If you’re struggling with reconciling some receipts, you can hire a bookkeeper or an accountant. If you need help filling out those tables every night, a sales staff, ads specialist, or a PR practitioner might help you increase reservations and walk-ins.
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What do wait staff services include?
Hiring a Tasker for waiter service can help grow your business and meet expectations on days when there is so much going on. It doesn’t just have to be during the peak seasons for the hospitality industry, like Christmas and Valentine’s Day. It can also be on days when there’s a lot of foot traffic coming in. This can differ for every type of business.
Bars and fine dining restaurants can need more people in the evening, while more family-friendly places may need additional servers during lunch hours and weekends. The trick is finding part-time staff that already have experience in what you need. This saves you time in training them and gives you more peace of mind. When putting up a task for wait staff for hire, here are some positions that you can look for:
Hosting staff
In most establishments, the wait staff and manager double as the host or hostess for the meal. However, there might be days when the table seating is more challenging to manage. Catering for special events done in the restaurant or conference room may also need more people to welcome guests, explain the menu, and ensure that everything goes smoothly. Some Taskers specialise and have years of experience in making clients feel like VIPs during their visit to your restaurant through excellent service and accommodating attitudes.
Serving staff
The serving staff is the backbone of your operations. The work is not easy, either! However, it is possible that hiring twice the number of your full-time team might hurt your financials. If you’re noticing orders getting switched up or staff members taking sick days, they might be not getting enough rest. Take time to review when the bulk of heavy work comes in and put up a Task for those hours.
Depending on the type of your establishments, you can find entry-level and highly trainable Taskers who are looking to make additional money during their free time or experienced wait staff with years of working in fine dining restaurants. Your current team will be happy for the extra help, and you can be sure that guests are adequately served.
Bartenders and baristas
It’s not a complete meal without drinks, whether a fine cocktail in the evening or a delicious coffee concoction in the morning. There are so many talented bartenders and baristas here on Airtasker that you can work with. This can be when your regular guy (or gal!) can’t come in.
Another instance is when you’re only in need of the service for special occasions like closed-off events or in-house promotions. You may also want to test out hiring a part-time staff before committing to a regular employee on payroll to ensure that it’s well-received by the guests and that the expense is manageable.
Dishwashers
Busy hours mean more plates coming in and leaving the kitchen. If you’re constantly running out of plates, glassware, and utensils during lunch or dinner, it might not be an inventory problem. You might just need more hands shuffling the plates and making sure they’re clean. Hiring a Tasker to help in the kitchen, whether specifically for dishwashing or in general, can also help you avoid a customer becoming irate for seeing a stain on their dinnerware. Avoid the embarrassment and the risk of losing your health licence by investing in a Tasker who can help.
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Waitress for private party
$200
Buderim QLD 4556, Australia
21st Mar 2026
My dad's 90th birthday, serve food and drinks for 20-25 people. This is for an afternoon approx 1pm start for 3-4 hrs Black and whites, and RSA required
Waiters for party
$30
Sydenham VIC 3037, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Serving drinks and cleaning
Experienced waitress
$240
Liverpool NSW, Australia
21st Mar 2026
We need experienced waitress to work tonight (Saturday) and tomorrow (Sunday) from 5pm- 9pm at restaurant in Liverpool . Potential for more shifts
Waitresses around Liverpool area
$30
Lurnea NSW 2170, Australia
20th Mar 2026
Assist with clearing tables, collecting plates, and maintaining cleanliness of the dining area throughout service • Support front-of-house staff with serving food and drinks to customers in a timely and professional manner • Greet and seat customers, helping manage flow during busy periods • Maintain a clean, organised, and presentable restaurant environment at all times. $30 per hr, happy to pay extra for extre experienced staff
1 party/event wait staff to help with serving drinks and cleaning
$260
Collaroy NSW, Australia
20th Mar 2026
1x event waitstaff for a 50th birthday party 60 pax: - Serve drinks from trays on arrival - Pouring drinks - beer, wine and spirits - Clear away plates - Put away any left over food - Clean glasses and clear away beer bottles - Keep drinks full and place tidy Thanks
Home Party Waitstaff Needed (5 Hours – Evening Event)
$150
Redbank Plains QLD, Australia
20th Mar 2026
Looking for a reliable and well-presented waiter to assist during a home party. Date/Time: 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM (5 hours) Budget: A$150 Responsibilities include: Serving and monitoring food stations Refilling chafing dishes, food, and cutlery Clearing bins and maintaining general cleanliness Packing leftover food into containers for storage Assisting with tea preparation (support provided) Light supervision of kids’ areas to keep spaces tidy Seeking someone proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a home environment.
Glassware hire and waitstaff 3-4 hours
$1,234
New Farm QLD, Australia
19th Mar 2026
Wedding ceremony bar and waitstaff Required to pour drinks form behind a bar, collect glassware, and serve food afterwards. Ideally would have glassware to hire Must have RSA
Wait staff
$120
St Peters NSW, Australia
19th Mar 2026
In need of 1 wait staff to help serve drinks etc for 3 hours
Waiter for a private party
$28
Turramurra NSW, Australia
16th Mar 2026
We are seeking a proactive and helpful waiter to assist with a private home event. The ideal candidate will be well-presented, efficient, and comfortable working in a kitchen environment. • When: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (4 hours) • Location: Turramurra • Responsibilities: • Initial dining table setup. • Tray service for food and drinks. • Clearing plates and basic dishwashing/loading the dishwasher. • Final kitchen tidy-up and floor sweep. • General assistance as directed by the host.
Highly recommended.
2 wait staff required for funeral morning tea
$250
Werribee VIC, Australia
19th Feb 2026
We need 2 (or 3) wait staff to plate up and serve finger food, replenish tea, coffee and juice station and tidy up afterwards. This will be at my mother's funeral, expecting approximately 100 guests. Funeral starts at 10am, so the staff would need be at the funeral home to meet me before 9.45am. The staff will need to receive the food at approximately 10.30am from the caterers; then plate up and place at some food stations. Must be presentable, discrete and serene. Must have references. Price is for all staff - NOT per person.
Megan and Ray were so professional. Nothing was too much trouble. We would recommend them both for any occasion!
2x Bartenders/Waiters required this Saturday
$800
Leichhardt NSW, Australia
15th Feb 2026
Hi! We need 2 bartenders with waiter capabilities for a 120 person event in Leichhardt Town Hall this Saturday 21st Feb. Times would be 2pm-12am with breaks. We have 2 bartenders already but we need 2 extras as we have had people pull out. Ideally we need people who can jump in to assist the bartenders if it gets busy, or help out with catering carrying trays around etc. RSA required. If this sounds like you, let us know! It will be a great night. Price is in total so $400 per person.
her team were absolutely amazing. Professional and highly recommended
Experienced waiter to assist at the opening night of my art exhibition
$180
Surry Hills NSW, Australia
11th Feb 2026
I’m looking for an experienced waiter to assist at the opening night of my art exhibition Date: Friday, 20th February Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Location: M2 Gallery, Surry Hills Duties include: Serving alcohol (wine, beer, basic drinks) Walking around with platters of small food Collecting empty glasses Helping maintain a clean and professional atmosphere It’s a relaxed but professional event, so I’m looking for someone well-presented, confident, and friendly with guests. Previous hospitality experience required. RSA preferred Please send through your experience and availability
Super lovely and nice to work with. Highly recommend
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.
Waiter/waitress
$180
Toorak Gardens SA 5065, Australia
4th Feb 2026
55th bday celebration, “Happy birthday and fuck cancer” themed. 22 ppl, family, friends. We planned cold platters, beer, wine, bubbles, soft drinks and cake is organized. All we need is your help, so no-one’s cup is ever going empty :) Guests will arrive from 2 pm, and should be leaving around/ from 6 pm. We would like to ask you to arrive around 1:30 pm, so to familiarize yourself with the area, advise what’s works best for you (meals and snacks placement, other things we might not know as well as you do :))
Trudy is the most charismatic and warm person I’ve ever had the privilege to meet. Our event was a major success thanks to her.
Waitressing
$100
Avondale Heights, Victoria
4th Feb 2026
Looking for a waitress for the morning of a wedding at a grooms house. 10:30am- 12:30pm (guests approx arrive 11-12) Assist with catering and drinks for up to 50 guests. Handing out food and drinks, and cleaning up. It’s mostly cold canapés and easy platter food. You will just need to be roaming with the food amongst guest and clean up/ replenish food.
Mont was very attentive and helpful. She did a wonderful job.
Bar/Wait Staff (1/2 task)
$300
Highett VIC 3190, Australia
3rd Feb 2026
I'm having a 40th birthday party on the night of the 21st of Feb. I'm after general bar and wait staff to help with food and cleaning up. Food and drinks will be oganised separately. The time would be from 5pm - 10pm. I'm after 2 people so will put the ad up twice. Party starts at 6pm. Let me know if you would like to help :)
Highly, highly recommend! Caitlin was way beyond my expectations!
Waiter/ bar tender to serve drinks at a wedding reception
$300
Pokolbin NSW, Australia
31st Jan 2026
We are looking for an energetic, professional, and well-presented individual to assist with drinks and light service during our wedding ceremony and immediate post-ceremony celebrations. Event Details: Date:16.03.2026 Time:11.00a.m. to 04.00p.m. Location: Pokolbin, New South Wales Guest Count:50 guests. Key Responsibilities: Setup: Chilling drinks, setting up glassware/ice, and preparing the service area. Service: Pouring champagne, serving wine/soft drinks, and potentially tray-passing drinks to guests. Maintenance: Keeping the area tidy, collecting empty glasses, and clearing away any rubbish. Pack Down: Brief tidy-up of the bar area at the end of the shift. Requirements: Experience: Previous experience in hospitality or weddings is a must. Attire: Black trousers and a white button-down shirt or similar
Sarah was absolutely amazing, made our day really easy. We did not have to worry about anything on out wedding day relating to beverages. She did an amazing job as a waitress.
Waitstaff to assist with Bondi event this Sunday evening
$240
North Bondi NSW, Australia
24th Jan 2026
Hosting a rooftop party on Sunday evening 25 Jan. Need two or three waitstaff to assist with the event. Will involve serving drinks, cleaning up empties, and assisting with general event duties. Start time of 7pm for 6 hours ($40 per hour). Will be a fun event with an awesome crew. You'll be welcome to stick around after for a drink! Casual attire - flat shoes. Can get cold on the roof - bring a sweater!
Lou did a great job!
Birthday Event waiter/helper
$200
Fitzroy North VIC, Australia
21st Jan 2026
Hi there! I’m looking for a friendly, reliable waiter to help out at a relaxed birthday event so the host can actually enjoy the day. Sunday 8 Feb from 10am to 2pm This is a casual morning/early afternoon birthday with around 45 guests, arriving gradually rather than all at once. Most guests will be helping themselves, so this role is really about being an extra pair of hands. What you’ll be doing: • Topping up drinks • Providing clean glasses for new arrivals • Laying out pre-cooked food (no cooking required) • Light tidying / general help as needed Nothing formal or high-pressure — just helping the event flow smoothly. What I’m looking for: • Someone friendly, approachable, and proactive • Some experience in hospitality or event work • Comfortable in a relaxed, social environment • LGBTQIA+ friendly is an absolute must 🌈 • Happy to jump in and help where needed The vibe: Very casual, welcoming, and inclusive. This is not a stuffy waiter role — more “helpful legend who keeps things running.” If this sounds like you, I’d love to hear from you. Please tell me a bit about your experience and availability.
Vered was unbelievably helpful, truly helped my event run smoothly and I couldn’t recommend her higher. Truly, the best at what she does.


