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Recent Wait Staff reviews

Hardworking and fast worker. Thanks for your help Emma.

Function Wait Staff

$40

Linden was absolutely amazing. She was punctual, knowledgeable and did everything with very little direction. Our guests loved her too!! Cant thank you enough for all your hard work Linden. You were perfect!!

Party helper/wait staff

$150

Rod was all around wonderful. Great to deal with, helpful in lead up and kept everything flowing on the day under difficult circumstances. I am sure he was putting out fires but kept me clear of worrying about anything, he read the room and kept everything afloat. He is professional and great with the guests.

Waiter for a wake

$120

Bloody brilliant highly recommend anytime

Waiting and barman

$250

Michael worked well at the wedding and was a great asset to the team

Waiters for Wedding - Sat 12th March

$40

Scott was so easy to work with on our wedding day! He was easy to communicate with and completed the job perfectly and without fuss!

Waiter/waitress, glass clearer, washing

$250

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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. 

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.

Recent Wait Staff tasks

Wait staff at engagement party

$400

Mount Eliza VIC, Australia

19th Aug 2025

We please need 2-3 wait staff at our engagement party this weekend. Food is delivered to the venue and needs to be heated in the convection oven at the venue. Professional attire please.

Two waiters for a private birthday

$350

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

19th Aug 2025

We are looking for two waiters to assist at a 60th birthday. We require drinks being served and help with clearing tables and packing up. Required from 1.30 to 5.30

Waiter / cleaner for private event

$200

Bondi Beach, New South Wales

19th Aug 2025

Looking for someone to work at a private home event as a waiter / cleaner. There will already be x2 bar staff present, so would just need you to serve drinks/food around and tidy up as you go throughout the night from 6-10pm

Bar Staff / Wait Staff - x2

$700

Hampton VIC 3188, Australia

18th Aug 2025

Looking for 2x bar staff, to come together on this Airtasker task, to serve drinks and tidy along the way. From 4pm to 11pm on Saturday 23rd Aug. Tasks will include mixing and serving welcome drinks (Aperol Spritz & Hugo Spritz). Everything else will be in cans (beer, wine and pre-mixed drinks). Expectation is to serve drinks and tidy glasses and cans during the night

Kitchen hand/ waitress

$150

Bankstown NSW 2200, Australia

18th Aug 2025

I need 3 waitress staff/ kitchenhand for a 40th birthday celebration. Duties include Dishing out meal, Serving, Cleaning up etc 150$ each

Female waiters, waiting on guests at a birthday party

$220

Belfield NSW, Australia

17th Aug 2025

To serve guests on the night from 630pm to 12am sat 23rd August. Its a 50th Birthday party

Waiter/Waitress for service at a private party

$260

Bowral, New South Wales

17th Aug 2025

Event Helper / Waitstaff Needed – Saturday Evening in Bowral Saturday, September 13th - 5 pm - 10:30 pm I’m looking for a friendly, hands-on helper to assist at a private 50th birthday dinner in Bowral on Saturday evening. We’ve rented a house for the weekend with around 24 guests. Duties include: - Heating and preparing pre-made curries and light accompaniments (all food provided) - Serving food to the table - Pouring drinks and keeping glasses topped up - Clearing plates and helping keep the kitchen tidy We’d love someone with some experience in catering, events, or waitstaff service who enjoys helping people have a great time. You’ll be making the night smoother so we can relax and enjoy the party!

I need 2 Female Waiters for a lunch Event with 200 guest.

$130

Tottenham VIC 3012, Australia

17th Aug 2025

We have an engagement lunch for 200 guests. I need two female waiters to help with serving the entrees to tables and serving the mains and dessert in the buffet table. This is a Muslim reception function. I need you to be there from 12pm - 3pm

Waiter at a wake at a private home

$250

Croydon South VIC 3136, Australia

7th Aug 2025

We need one experienced waiter to assist at a private home for a wake to be held on Saturday, 16 August for 25 people or less. The worker would need to be here from 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm (4 hours) and assist with putting out plates, serving the dishes (which are pre-cooked), serving coffee and tea, and drinks, packing the dishwasher, and washing some serving platters and glasses, and helping with general serving duties. The person needs to be an experienced waiter who has worked at private functions and I would like to hear about your experience. I am offering $100 cash tip on top of the Airtasker payment.

Linden was fantastic in every respect - punctual, courteous, efficient and experienced. At my father's wake she was able to effortlessly fit into our kitchen and serve drinks and food and remember people's preferences. Everything was done without me having to worry about a thing. Highly recommended and I will be employing Linden again for other functions.

Waitress Staff for 30th Birthday (x2)

$40

Woolloongabba QLD, Australia

5th Aug 2025

Waitress staff required for 30th birthday in Woolloongabba. Must wear all black. Prefer someone with experience in serving dishes, cleaning up etc. Tasks include: (1) Serving and re-stocking food (2) Clearing rubbish (3) Assisting bar staff upon request (serving soft drinks only or cutting up garnishes if required etc.) Times: 5:00pm-10:00pm (total 5 hours) @ $40 p/h.

Good On time Friendly

Looking for waiter

$100

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

1st Aug 2025

Hello, I'm looking to hire a waiter for a catering function. The main responsibilities will include: Keeping the venue tidy throughout the event Ensuring guests have their wine glasses topped up regularly Maintaining overall order and flow The food will already be set on the table, so the primary focus will be on drinks and general upkeep. Dress code: Black pants and a white shirt (neat and professional appearance required).

She was excellent on time and did a great job

Bartender/waiter

$240

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

17th Jul 2025

Hi there, looking for a Bartender/waiter to come to my home take make basic drinks- lemonade Prosecco premix cans premix strawberry daiquiris. Then also help with putting food out for guest, all food will be pre-ordered so will just need to be put on platters for me. Also help with making sure empty glasses are put in the dishwasher and cleaned and any other little messes. There will be about 10 guests. It will be pretty chilled. It’s a very homely environment. I usually have the same Bartender and waiter that have been working for me for the last three years but unfortunately they’re both on holidays so looking for someone to fit in and also feel comfortable them self. This is a celebration for my partner 🏳️‍🌈 I also have a bar on my balcony. I have all that you need for the night. Dress code, please dress in all black with a tie or bowtie . Start time 3.30pm till 9.30pm My home is in Ascot Vale

Would highly recommend hiring, very professional went above and beyond to make everyone happy

Cocktail waiter for small gathering

$300

Mordialloc VIC, Australia

17th Jul 2025

Looking for cocktail waiter(s) to make and serve cocktails at a small gathering at our house. There will be 20-30 people and I can buy the alcohol in advance. From 2pm to 5pm.

Absolutely amazing 🤩 Linden was the star of our function and all the guests raved about her service and the yummy cocktails. Highly recommend.

Waiter, Event set up, food service, cleaning

$240

Mosman, New South Wales

10th Jul 2025

I am having a small gathering at my house and I need some help setting up the event, serving drinks and food during the event and cleaning, glasses and plates during and after the event. taking out the garbage as well

Fantastic !! Loved Elly !!

A waiter for a evening event

$280

Annandale NSW 2038, Australia

2nd Jul 2025

I am have a small gathering of 20-30 people and would like a person to plate and serve finger food. Someone who is aware of hospitality and likes engaging with people. It will be a relaxed evening. Arrive 6:30. Plate and serve from 7 to 9pm then tidy up the food. Finish 9:30/10 (I was also thinking of looking for someone who may attend the evening in character or would like to be somewaht entertatining but this is not a requirement, just a thought)

Umit did a wonderful job. His customer service skills are exceptional. He was devoted to providing the best experience for our event. A wonderful person, easy to communicate with, considerate, and a hard worker. Highly recommended.

Wait staff for family birthday party. Serving and washing up.

$160

Edgecliff NSW 2027, Australia

23rd Jun 2025

Need a waiter to help serve canapés at my husband’s 40th birthday party. Start at midday to help with setup. Task will involve plating up food, serving and cleaning dishes after party. Offering $40 an hour for approximately 3-4 hours.

Jo is a consummate professional. She managed the service for my husband’s 40th birthday party. Everything was beautifully plated and seamlessly served. She was also great with the young kids. Thank you for ensuring everything ran so smoothly. Highly recommend.

Waiter for a store opening for 5 hours

$100

Oakleigh VIC 3166, Australia

15th Jun 2025

I require a waiter for my client. They will be serving drinking at a new retail store opening up in Oakleigh. Start time 3pm-8pm Must be presentable and on time. Message me for more information

She was amazing and very professional I highly recommend her!!!

2 function staff - waiters with experience with kosher food

$100

Caulfield East VIC, Australia

12th Jun 2025

Needing 2 wait staff for daughters batmitzva to help set up tables nicely, heat food, clear and keep things tidy and tables filled. must have experience in hospitality, RSA is a great bonus. from 3-8:30pm saturday 21st of June.

valentina was lovely to deal with and worked hard to make our daughters event a special one! thank you valentina for all your help! highly recommend her!

General Bartender Wait staff | Friday 23rd May

$170

Perth CBD WA 6000, Australia

17th May 2025

General Bartender for a Sundowner in the city. Must have hospitality experience and professional presentation. Friday 23rd May 3.00-7.30PM St George Terrace 3.00 pick up 2 bags of ice 3.20 arrive and set up 4.00 event starts We have small refreshments and beverage table that serves beer Around 40-50 people Take payment for merchandise 7.00-7.30 clean up

Professional, great work.

Waiter/ress for private lunch 16 people

$140

Newtown NSW, Australia

16th May 2025

Need a trained waiter/ waitress to serve and top up drinks, clean up and help look after lunch guests. Lunch will be buffet style. 12-4pm

Excellent party assistant. Took initiative. Was punctual and careful in my home. Highly recommend.