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What a super star. Kez helped us host a 50th anniversary party at home. She did an amazing job with helping and serving catering, restocking drinks, cleaning rubbish, whilst running up and down a very steep hill. Professional and thoughtful, and a good communicator.
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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.Â
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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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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
Waitress/bartender for 40th Birthday at home
$120
Caringbah South NSW 2229, Australia
8th Oct 2026
Hi, I’m after someone to waitress and serve drinks at my husband’s 40th in our home. It would involve taking canapés around, serving drinks and tidying up. Would be great if they know how to make any cocktails too! 1-4pm (3hours)
Waiting staff
$200
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Serving staff to fill drinks and pass food around at a Melbourne Cup rooftop event. We will have a lamb and skewers BBQ, oysetrs (pre-shucked) and beers, wines etc. We'd like some waiting staff to make this as smooth as possible for approx. 45 guests. Serving time 12-3.30pm, ideally starting at 11.30am.
2 Friendly Waitstaff / Party Helpers for Halloween Party
$360
Forestville NSW 2087, Australia
6th Oct 2026
We are looking for 2 friendly waitstaff / event helpers for a private adult Halloween costume party (around 100 guests) at Forestville Seniors Main Hall on Saturday 31 October, from 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM (5.5 hours). Duties: - 5:30 PM: Help decorate the hall, set up tables, and arrange food and supplies - During the party: Refill and serve food, assist guests with whatever they need, keep tables and food areas tidy, collect plates and cups - End of night: Help clean up and pack away Requirements: - Friendly, proactive, and reliable with hospitality or party experience - Punctual for the full 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM shift - Neat black clothes or Halloween costume welcome! Budget is $360 total ($180 per person for 2 helpers). You can apply as a pair or as an individual. Food and soft drinks provided. Drinks are BYO; no alcohol is sold at the event.
Waitstaff for a private event
$150
Hunters Hill NSW 2110, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Looking for experienced waitstaff for a private event - first bday party. 9:30am - 12:30pm (3hrs) Duties include food and drink service, clearing plates, tidying up and general hospitality support. Must be friendly, reliable and proactive.
2x Party/ Wait Staff for Sweet 15th Birthday Party / Quinceañera
$425
Clyde VIC 3978, Australia
5th Oct 2026
Date: Saturday, October 24th Hours: 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM Budget: $400 total ($200 per person) + $25 Airtasker fee We are hosting a Sweet 15th Birthday Party / Quinceañera and need two proactive wait staff to help manage the party (with around 75 people attending) so our family can enjoy the celebration. We'd need help for around 5~ hours! Party starts at 3pm. Half an hour before arrival needed for prep. All food is prepped; we just need an extra set of hands to move things along, serving food, and cleanup. No alcohol will be served. What we need you to do: ~ Help set up the non-alcoholic drinks station, glasses, and water jugs. ~ Take food platters and drinks around to guests as they arrive. ~ Assist with main food service (bringing out hot dishes, uncovering food, topping up the buffet). ~ Keep the drinks area clean, tidy, and flowing throughout the event. ~ Discreetly clear empty plates, glasses, and rubbish from tables. ~ Wash, dry, and put away dishes and servingware in the kitchen. ~ Pack down at the end: wipe all surfaces, box up leftover food, and take out the rubbish. Requirements: ~ Previous hospitality / event / waiter / Catering experience would be advantageous! ~ Proactive attitude: able to see what needs cleaning or refilling without constant direction. ~ Uniform: Black top + top, byo So if you like Latin music, vibes, are great with service, or have a few family parties under your belt... Your help would be greatly appreciated!!
2 Female Waitstaff Needed – Salon Grand Opening
$100
Braybrook VIC 3019, Australia
4th Oct 2026
We’re looking for 2 friendly, professional waitstaff to assist at the grand opening of a beauty salon. Time : 6:30pm -8:30pm Duties will include: * Roaming the event and serving canapés to 40-50 guest * Keeping canapé trays presented neatly and replenished * Clearing used napkins/plates where needed * Helping keep the event space tidy throughout * Providing warm and professional service to guests This is a relaxed cocktail-style event with no seated/table service required.
Wait staff/bartender
$250
Beaumaris VIC 3193, Australia
4th Oct 2026
Halloween party and need someone to assist in preparing and serving drinks Time: 7:45 - 1am Tasks include: - serving drinks - collecting dirty glassware and dishes - tidy-up kitchen and bar area - serving a bit of food
Waiter party
$200
Woollahra NSW 2025, Australia
23rd Sep 2026
5-9 pm. Serve drinks and food. Clean up. 50 guests house
Bella was great. Worked really hard getting the food hot and served for my party. Great cleaning up. Made the party a success
Wait staff x1
$100
Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia
20th Sep 2026
Looking for x1 wait staff For an open night in our skin clinic in reservoir Duties include pouring and handing out champagne to guests and offering finger food Event starts 5:30-7:30 Must arrive 15 minutes prior to 5:30 And be professional dressed Everything will be set up for you to go
Great work would hite again
I need a waiter or waitress for this Thursday evening
$200
Cottesloe WA 6011, Australia
15th Sep 2026
I need someone from 5pm to 8pm to serve drinks and food
She was lovely efficent and a delight to have
Bar & Waitstaff for Event in Gerroa
$750
Gerroa NSW 2534, Australia
8th Sep 2026
Hi, I'm looking for experienced RSA-qualified bar staff for a private event in Gerroa over the October long weekend. Our requirements are: Friday 2 October 2 x RSA bartenders/waitstaff 4:00pm – 9:00pm Approximately 25 guests Saturday 3 October 2 x RSA bartenders: 1:00pm – 8:00pm 1 x Waitstaff: 2:00pm – 8:00pm Approximately 45 guests This is a private event where we will be supplying all alcohol, glassware, ice and bar setup. We're simply looking for friendly, experienced bar staff to serve drinks, keep the bar organised and ensure responsible service throughout the event. If, based on your experience, you feel a different staffing arrangement would work better, we'd be happy to hear your recommendation. Could you please let me know: Your availability for these dates Your hourly rates? Travel costs are on you. We'd love to hear from you if you're available.
Sophia was great to have around at my event.
Waitstaff to pour drinks
$350
Palm Beach NSW 2108, Australia
31st Aug 2026
We require 1 person to serve drinks to guests and in between clean up glasses and plates from lunch. Approx 40 guests Must have experience
Jo was extremely helpful at my husbands 40th . We would defiantly recommend her to others
Looking for 2 waiters for 2 hours for an event on friday
$200
Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
26th Aug 2026
I need 2 waiters for a party we are having on a rooftop in Southbank from 6-8pm
Amazing service helped with waitressing at exclusive event very professional
Bar & Wait Staff
$250
Perth WA 6000, Australia
25th Aug 2026
I have a Cowboy themed party on Thursday evening and I need two bartenders/ waitstaff to help me. Start time: 5pm - 11pm Venue: Perth CBD You will be making one signature cocktail (espresso martinis) and pouring wines + serving canned drinks. You will also help me clear glasses and plates and run the dishwasher as needed. There will be ~120 guests. We have a mechanical bull + Big Dons Smoked Meats catering so it should be a fun night. I’d love you to dress up for the occasion (everyone else will be as well)! (Picture of venue attached)
Amila was great. Reliable and punctual.
Wait staff
$100
Shelley WA 6148, Australia
23rd Aug 2026
Helping me with warming food, laying buffet, cleaning up etc. From 6pm to 10pm, it’s a small family dinner
She was very good and will definitely call her again.
Experienced waiter to assist at the opening night of my art exhibition
$200
Surry Hills NSW, Australia
10th Aug 2026
I’m looking for a waiter to assist at the opening night of my art exhibition this Friday Date: Friday, 20th February Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm 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 reliable, friendly and great at his work. Highly recommend
Wait Staff x 2 For 30th Surprise Sunday Afternoon 2-7pm $300 EACH
$300
Blakehurst NSW 2221, Australia
5th Aug 2026
Need 2 x Wait staff What? Surprising wife for 30th birthday at new house, Music and top sushi chef making sushi for everyone! They serve their sushi. You: Serve drinks, champagne, wine , beers, soft drinks in cans, waters + Clear empties etc just waiting to the guests. A BONUS if you have wine glasses that can be be supplied or serving trays?! No cocktails Blakehurst 2221 230 Guest Arrive 3PM surprise Would like you there 2PM familiarise etc and prepare We will supply drinks Finish approx 630/7PM can stay later if runs later for hourly rate!
Amazing! You can not ask for more from someone! Super polite, came early , left late, everybody commented saying how great she was! If I could give 6 stars I would!
Kitchen Fairy / Waitstaff for 50th Birthday Dinner – Black Rock
$220
Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia
4th Aug 2026
We’re looking for a friendly, experienced hospitality person to help at a relaxed 50th birthday dinner at our home in Black Rock this Saturday. Duties include: • Pour wine, beer and soft drinks. • Keep drinks topped up throughout the evening. • Clear plates, glasses and serving dishes. • Assist with serving food and dessert. • Keep the kitchen tidy and organised. • Load and unload the dishwasher as needed. • Leave the kitchen clean and tidy at the end of the evening.
Sascha was amazing help. She was confident and friendly and helped out with the dinner party with a smile. Thanks Sascha!
Wait staff for a home party
$200
Labrador QLD 4215, Australia
28th Jul 2026
Having a family and friends birthday function with approx 35 adults and 6 kids and require 1 very capable, friendly and organized person to assist with arranging food, clean up, etc. Finger food is being catered for but just needs re-heating up in oven and arranging onto trays and table. No need to serve unless feel the need to. Person I am looking for would have had experience with a function on their own. Someone who is very well presented, motivated, friendly and works well on their own. Being a home party I don’t envisage much stress as everyone is friendly and accommodating but I would like whoever comes along to take initiative and do what needs doing without being asked all the time. As the hostess I would like to be able to enjoy our party and friends without worrying about working in the kitchen and tidying up, etc. Party starts at 2pm so would like start to be around 1.30pm with a 4 hour window and may be extended to 6 hours if required.
Sophie was brilliant. She helped host a family party with 35 plus adults and she didn’t miss a beat. Very well presented, a great communicator and a lovely young woman. We had the best time knowing our party was in great hands with Sophie at the helm.




