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Recent Wait Staff reviews in Melbourne

Very happy with Alexandra. So helpful and friendly!
Waiter/waitress to serve food and drinks 11/12/21
$130

Vee was fantastic! Would hire her again and fully recommend her !
Waitress for home
$100

Mark was great, open to helping in any way he could. Was friendly and helpful to our delegates and staff.
Waiter/waitress x2
$180

Michelle, was awesome. Nothing was too much trouble, Extremely professional and hard working. Great communication. 5 stars - would highly recommend Michelle for any job. Thanks, again.
Bar Service/ Waitstaff
$250

V was an excellent bar tender for our event. Very helpful, professional and knowledgeable. Would definitely hire again for future events. Thanks V!
I need a waiter
$120

We hired Donna to work as wait staff for our engagement party, she was a hard worker, friendly with guests, and made our night run so much smoother! Thank you so much Donna!
Wait staff for engagement party
$400
What's the average cost of a wait staffing service in Melbourne
$145 - $272
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$145
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$192
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$272
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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.
Recent Wait Staff tasks in Melbourne
Waiter/waitress to help at a private event to hand out food/drinks
$200
South Yarra VIC, Australia
8th Jun 2025
Waiter/waitress required to help at a private event serving food (already prepared), drinks, clearing up plates and glasses, helping to wash glasses etc
Waiter for private event
$250
Carlton VIC, Australia
3rd Jun 2025
I am looking for a person to help with bar tending and waitering, clearing and cleaning of dishes and food, during a private party at my home from 11am-4pm.
Wait staff/Bar staff
$180
Collingwood VIC, Australia
21st May 2025
Thursday, 29th May Bump-in: 3:00pm Event: 3:30pm to 7:00pm Bump-out: 7:30pm Brief: - 3-4 staff needed for ~100 guests - some of the event to be outside - white shirt and black pants, comfortable but tidy shoes - ABN and RSA required Tasks: - Presenting drinks upon arrival to guests - Roving with cocktails and canapés - Tidying during event - Tidying post event
Waiting staff for birthday at local bowls club
$250
Essendon VIC, Australia
8th May 2025
Warming finger food and replenishing as required . Party pies, aranchini , pizza ect . Tidy up as you go . 6:00- 11:30pm. This is the same job I posted earlier but have a problem with logins so apologies for that .


Stuart did an amazing job . Stress free and really easy to deal with
Waiting staff for party on Sat Night
$250
Essendon VIC, Australia
8th May 2025
Birthday at local Bowls Club . Warming , serving and replenishing finger food . Plus basic tidying up through the night . 5:30- 11 pm
Cocktail party waiter
$30
Prahran VIC, Australia
3rd May 2025
Assist with handing out canapés at a small cocktail party and with other small tasks to help set up and prepare the canapés. Canapés will be frozen/chilled and you will help to air fry/bake them, put them on a tray and bring them around to guests. All food and tools will be provided but I ask that you wear a white collared shirt and black pants. Total of 5 hours needed. $25 per hour cash (airtasker fee is for the first hour)


Laurel was amazing. I couldn’t have done my event without her and I am so grateful! Would recommend highly.
Waitering for a first birthday party
$250
Fitzroy North VIC, Australia
10th Apr 2025
I need help with heating and serving afternoon tea, pouring drinks, cleaning up for a party of 30. shift is 2pm-7pm, which includes an hour on either side for preparation and pack down.


I was so hapy with Khrystyna's work. Very reliable. Easy communication. Flexible.
Make shirtless waiter
$300
Prahran VIC, Australia
29th Mar 2025
Shirtless waiter 3 hours
URGENT: Waitstaff Needed – Thursday, 27 March | Cremorne VIC | $35/hr
$193
Cremorne VIC, Australia
27th Mar 2025
Event Details: Location: Cremorne Digital Hub, 80 Balmain Street, Cremorne VIC 3121 Wait Staff Start and End Time: 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM (event runs from 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) Attire: Black attire, black shoes, and a clean, well-presented appearance. Event type: Start up/ Corporate Expected Attendee Numbers: 60 Duties & Responsibilities: - Set up catering tables, bar, and non-alcoholic beverage stand - Assist with unloading catering and ice bags - Keep food warm and heat as needed - Bar service and non-alcoholic drink service (RSA required) - Keep the bar stocked throughout the event - Tidy and clean as you go, ensuring the venue remains presentable - Serve food platters at 7:00 PM - Pack down and clean at the end of the night Event Timeline: 4:00 PM: Waitstaff arrive, assist with setup, unloading catering, and preparing the bar 5:00 PM: Drinks service opens. Bar is manned (no tray service) 5:30 PM: Event starts, arrivals (drinks service only) 6:00 PM: Formalities (standing); tidy during this time and keep food hot in the kitchen oven 7:00 PM: Food platters served for attendees, networking continues 9:00 PM: Event concludes, clean-up begins Requirements: - Current RSA (for bar service) - Reliable and professional - Experience in hospitality or event service Pay: $35 per hour If you're interested, please apply.
Wait Staff - Needed for party - 2.5hrs
$100
Abbotsford VIC, Australia
6th Mar 2025
We have a 40th Birthday at a bar in Abbotsford. We will be having finger food and need some wait staff to help serve it to guests. Time. - 6:30 ish Finish. - 09:00pm 2.5hrs Rate: $40per hour Total - $100 - Cash
Waiter, bar staff
$200
St Kilda VIC, Australia
6th Mar 2025
For a medium sized event, walking around topping up drinks for a standing event
Waitstaff Needed (3/3) – AI Generation Event (March 27) | $35 per hour
$193
Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia
3rd Mar 2025
Looking for waitstaff to assist at our AI Generation Demo Day event on Thursday, March 27, at Cremorne Digital Hub (80 Balmain Street, Cremorne VIC 3121). Event Details: Location: Cremorne Digital Hub, 80 Balmain Street, Cremorne VIC 3121 Wait Staff Start and End Time: 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM (event runs from 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) Attire: Black attire, black shoes, and a clean, well-presented appearance. Event type: Start up/ Corporate Expected Attendee Numbers: 60 Duties & Responsibilities: - Set up catering tables, bar, and non-alcoholic beverage stand - Assist with unloading catering and ice bags - Keep food warm and heat as needed - Bar service and non-alcoholic drink service (RSA required) - Keep the bar stocked throughout the event - Tidy and clean as you go, ensuring the venue remains presentable - Serve food platters at 7:00 PM - Pack down and clean at the end of the night Event Timeline: 4:00 PM: Waitstaff arrive, assist with setup, unloading catering, and preparing the bar 5:00 PM: Drinks service opens. Bar is manned (no tray service) 5:30 PM: Event starts, arrivals (drinks service only) 6:00 PM: Formalities (standing); tidy during this time and keep food hot in the kitchen oven 7:00 PM: Food platters served for attendees, networking continues 9:00 PM: Event concludes, clean-up begins Requirements: - Current RSA (for bar service) - Reliable and professional - Experience in hospitality or event service Pay: $35 per hour If you're interested, please apply.


Great service, I would book again :)
Waitstaff Needed (2/3) – AI Generation Event (March 27) | $35 per hour
$193
Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia
3rd Mar 2025
Looking for waitstaff to assist at our AI Generation Demo Day event on Thursday, March 27, at Cremorne Digital Hub (80 Balmain Street, Cremorne VIC 3121). Event Details: Location: Cremorne Digital Hub, 80 Balmain Street, Cremorne VIC 3121 Wait Staff Start and End Time: 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM (event runs from 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) Attire: Black attire, black shoes, and a clean, well-presented appearance. Event type: Start up/ Corporate Expected Attendee Numbers: 60 Duties & Responsibilities: - Set up catering tables, bar, and non-alcoholic beverage stand - Assist with unloading catering and ice bags - Keep food warm and heat as needed - Bar service and non-alcoholic drink service (RSA required) - Keep the bar stocked throughout the event - Tidy and clean as you go, ensuring the venue remains presentable - Serve food platters at 7:00 PM - Pack down and clean at the end of the night Event Timeline: 4:00 PM: Waitstaff arrive, assist with setup, unloading catering, and preparing the bar 5:00 PM: Drinks service opens. Bar is manned (no tray service) 5:30 PM: Event starts, arrivals (drinks service only) 6:00 PM: Formalities (standing); tidy during this time and keep food hot in the kitchen oven 7:00 PM: Food platters served for attendees, networking continues 9:00 PM: Event concludes, clean-up begins Requirements: - Current RSA (for bar service) - Reliable and professional - Experience in hospitality or event service Pay: $35 per hour If you're interested, please apply.


Great service, I would book again.
Waiter help small event
$360
Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia
21st Feb 2025
We are looking for three waiters to serve Saudi coffee at a small event at Victoria University. 📍 Location: Victoria University, city tower ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM 👕 Dress Code: Official attire required If you are interested, please contact us. Thank you!
Waiter for 6 hours saturday night
$100
Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
21st Feb 2025
Casual waitering from 18:00 to midnight this Saturday 22 Feb. We also need waiters every first Sunday of the month from 11:30 to 16:00. Also some Saturdays for special occasions 18:00 to midnight We are an Italian social club.
Waiters to serve our special prepared coffee in an event (5-9)
$30
Melbourne VIC, Australia
21st Feb 2025
I am having event that we need people to serve a coffee to our guesT The coffee is tranditional and will be prepared by us and need someone to serve it only
Wait Staff with RSA for Corporate Event
$35
Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia
14th Feb 2025
Job Title: 2 x Wait Staff with RSA for Corporate Networking Event 📍 Location: Cremorne Digital Hub, Melbourne 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM (3.5 hours) 💰 Pay: $35 per hour Job Description: We are looking for two professional and reliable wait staff with a valid RSA to assist with food and beverage service at a corporate networking event. Responsibilities: Serving beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks Managing and maintaining the canapé/platter table (restocking, tidying, ensuring presentation) Keeping the event space tidy (clearing empty glasses/plates) Assisting with basic event setup and pack down as needed Providing friendly and professional service to guests Requirements: ✔ Valid Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate ✔ Prior hospitality or event experience preferred ✔ Professional, well-presented, and punctual ✔ All black attire is required (black shirt, pants, and shoes) ✔ Friendly and proactive approach to service If you’re available and interested, please reply with your experience, RSA certification details, and any relevant references. Looking forward to working with you!
Wait Staff with RSA for Corporate Event
$35
Cremorne VIC, Australia
13th Feb 2025
Job Title: 2 x Wait Staff with RSA for Corporate Networking Event 📍 Location: Cremorne Digital Hub, Melbourne 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM (3.5 hours) 💰 Pay: $35 per hour Job Description: We are looking for two professional and reliable wait staff with a valid RSA to assist with food and beverage service at a corporate networking event. Responsibilities: Serving beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks Managing and maintaining the canapé/platter table (restocking, tidying, ensuring presentation) Keeping the event space tidy (clearing empty glasses/plates) Assisting with basic event setup and pack down as needed Providing friendly and professional service to guests Requirements: ✔ Valid Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate ✔ Prior hospitality or event experience preferred ✔ Professional, well-presented, and punctual ✔ All black attire is required (black shirt, pants, and shoes) ✔ Friendly and proactive approach to service If you’re available and interested, please reply with your experience, RSA certification details, and any relevant references. Looking forward to working with you!


Great job, would hire again
Wait staff for small party
$40
Windsor VIC 3181, Australia
15th Jan 2025
We are looking for an experienced and reliable waiter/waitress to assist during our housewarming / birthday BBQ in Windsor on Saturday, 18th January 2025. The involved task will be from 1-6pm and there will be approx 25 people. Key Details: Work hours: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM Payment: AUD 30 per hour We need someone who can assist with serving drinks and food, cleaning and cleaning glasses / plates & ensuring guests have a pleasant experience throughout the event. If you're detail-oriented, friendly, and reliable, please apply!


Lissette was really fantastic – she was the most perfect person for this task. She has a lot of experience, was super friendly to our guests and her attention to detail was awesome. Highly highly recommend anyone to use her!
Waitress/cleaner - NYE private party
$280
Toorak VIC, Australia
29th Dec 2024
We need help at a private party at our home on NYE. Only 25-30 people. Most of the work will be serving appetisers and drinks and clearing glasses and plates and using the dishwasher 6pm - 1am $40/hour


Great work. Will use again