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"Lidy was a huge help getting ready for my 40th and with serving on the night. Thank you Lidy!"
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Jacque was great! She took the time to consult with us prior to our wedding to understand our expectations and help us decide which cocktails we wanted. Cocktails were made all night and our guests were all very impressed. Thank you so much for helping us on our special day.
Wedding cocktails and serving
$560
Lidy was an excellent bartender at my 30th. Made amazing cocktails, super friendly and was great energy at the party. Thanks so much Lidy!
Bartender 4 hours Standard cocktails and serve beer, wine and spirits.
$200
We hired Luke for a private cocktail party and he was fantastic. He advised on which cocktails would be good and even made suggestions on the night for our guests. I would not hesitate hiring Luke again.
Private Cocktail Party
$240
Awesome, amazing, wonderful!!!!!
Professional cocktail maker for a private event of 2-4ppl/2hrs.
$150
Katalina was incredible! The house looked amazing and the boards were so yummy and nicely styled. I was terrible at communicating what she needed to do as I was very preoccupied and busy that day but she was proactive and did all the work without any extra support from me! I highly recommend
Setup a charcuterie board and pre make cocktails
$150
Guilherme and his team were absolutely amazing and professional.
I need two Bartenders to Serve Drinks & make 1 cocktail for a lunch.
$400
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This will depend on the Tasker’s terms and conditions. An advance deposit might be required to procure supplies and consumables for the event, such as ingredients, as well as upfront labour fees. To ensure your expectations are aligned with the service to be provided, it is best to discuss this matter with your Tasker.
While many caterers available on Airtasker are equipped to service different types of events, it may still depend on the individual if they are willing to take on a baby shower catering request. Consult the party caterer near you before officially booking the service or specify your needs when posting your task.
Party caterers near you will come equipped with a complete set of equipment including plates, utensils, and everything they will need to serve the food. They are also responsible for setting up your tables and linens. You will not need to provide anything else.
Not all the time. This depends on the party catering service you have chosen for your party. Plated dining service requires a staff member as they will be serving dishes for every course. However, a buffet catering service will not always require staff.
Yes, you can! While caterers can advise on ideal food options for a given event or to accommodate specific dietary restrictions, you have the freedom to select every food item on the menu. This includes drinks, which you can also customise. If you request a specific brand of liquor, your Tasker may arrange this for you, provided you give ample time for preparation and are ready to cover any extra costs for this special request.
Yes, party caterers near you will need an on-premises liquor licence to serve alcohol, including cocktails. This is issued by the local government where the business is registered. In addition to this, Taskers must also have a valid business permit to operate a cocktail catering business. Feel free to reach out to your Tasker if you need to discuss this in detail.
Airtasker can cater to all your party needs from food to event documentation. You can hire event planners on Airtasker for a hassle-free experience organising your event or book a local photographer to capture those special moments.
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What do party catering services include?
What’s a party without food? If you’re short on time or have hundreds of guests to feed, leave it to the experts and book a party catering near you!
With Airtasker, hiring party caterers is now easier than ever. Taskers can assist you with every aspect, from planning and crafting a menu everyone will love, customising it to match your event's theme, serving food during the event, and even taking care of after-party cleanup.
Ensure a hassle-free celebration by selecting any of these party catering services for your next event:
Buffet style catering
Buffets stand out as a popular and versatile catering option suitable for any type of event. This is because they offer several advantages: they are more economical and easier to organise, while still delighting guests with a wide selection of food choices. Buffets are particularly ideal for accommodating large crowds and sizable events like weddings and company events, as they allow hosts to cater to various dietary preferences. This type of party catering also encourages guests to serve themselves, so there’s no additional expense for servers and waitstaff.
Cocktail catering
If you’re hosting a party centred on mingling and socialization, such as corporate networking events, cocktail party catering is your best bet. This dining style features small plates, handhelds, outdoor herbs, and other appetiser-style food options, complemented by a bar and beverage service. Guests can savour these delightful offerings while standing at high-top cocktail tables or opt for bar stools or traditional dining room table seating.
Perfect for smaller venues, intimate gatherings, and pre-events preceding larger occasions like conferences, cocktail party catering is often more cost-effective than other dining choices.
Food stations
Setting up food stations is an interesting choice for party catering near you. They're reminiscent of buffets given the diverse variety of food and beverage options, but with a unique twist. For food stations, each table features a different type of food or drink. In Australia, some exciting trends include stations for tapas, taco bars, and even a doughnut wall and a food art station.
Food stations can be accommodated in any venue size, small or large. The dining options can also be easily tailored to theme-specific events, making them an excellent choice for Halloween parties or baby shower catering.
Plated Dining Service
If you want to take it up a notch, consider plated dining services. This is another popular party catering style often reserved for more formal events such as fundraisers and galas. Typically a fancier choice, this option also comes with a higher price tag.
Choosing plated dining requires thorough planning not only of the food options, but also the other various elements that make up the dining experience, including tableware, tables and chairs, linens, and waitstaff. With plated dining, meals are served by waitstaff to all guests at the same time. Guests can also select their dinner options from a predetermined menu provided when they RSVP to your event.
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Cocktail Bartender
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Brookvale NSW, Australia
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Need a cocktail bartender for a private office drinks next Friday afternoon. Location: Brookvale Arrival Time: 4PM Event Starts: 5PM Event Ends: 9PM Bump Out By: 9:30PM Attendees: Up to 30 Will need to manage service of Beer and Wine as well as two cocktails for the evening. Cocktails will be a Tommy's Margarita / Jalapeno Tommy's - and then another one of the bartenders choice. Office has an ice machine and basic coccktail accessories - however bartender will need to bring own shakers etc. We will order supplies to be onsite when you arrive.
Booked Jenny to help us out with an office Christmas party - and she was such an asset, all our attendees loved the drinks and chatting with Jenny - she was fantastic. Even helped with setup and cleanup (which wasn’t asked for - but was greatly appreciated) look forward to working with Jenny again soon.
Make cocktails at my drinks party from 6:30-8:30pm
$200
Mosman NSW, Australia
13th Nov 2025
I am having 10-12 women for drinks and would like a cocktail maker to come and make us some cocktails for 2 hours. 6:30-8:30pm
This service and experience was excellent! Highly recommend
Bartender to make cocktails for guests
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North Lakes QLD, Australia
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Need a Bartender to make cocktails for 28 guests, we have a premade menu of 6 cocktails. From 2.30pm-6.30pm.
Hired Felix for my 23rd, birthday and he was fantastic!! Our bartender cancelled the day before and Felix was able to step in so last minute. Guests were very happy as well :)
Cocktail menu curation
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Ashfield NSW, Australia
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Help me curate a bespoke cocktail menu for my 40th
Rod was super easy to work with
Need a Cocktail Bartender for Backyard BBQ
$300
Red Hill, Queensland
14th Oct 2025
Backyard BBQ 40th Party - We are supplying all alcohol and plan to have Prosecco and Beers around the party and looking for a bartender to mix cocktails for 4 hours for our guests (possibly 45 guest but quite a few sober so maybe 30 cocktail drinkers), mostly margaritas and G&Ts but open to suggestions. 5pm to 9pm Saturday 29th November in Red Hill Brisbane.
Thanks for your help!
Waitstaff for Baby Shower
$400
Ryde NSW, Australia
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Hi there! We're hosting a baby shower for around 70 guests at our home in Ryde and need two experienced and friendly staff members to help make the day run smoothly. We will be providing all the food and drinks ourselves; the main role is to ensure our guests are looked after and that the party area stays clean and tidy so we can focus on celebrating with our family and friends. Date: Sunday, 9th November 2025 Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (4-hour shift) Location: Ryde, NSW 2112 Key Duties Will Include: Arriving at 2:00 PM for a briefing before guests arrive at 2:30 PM. Heating and plating food that has been pre-prepared. Arranging food on platters and taking them out to guest tables. Managing the drinks, refilling drinks, and keeping it tidy. Walking around to collect empty glasses, plates, and rubbish. General cleaning and tidying of the party area (patio and covered area) throughout the event. Final clean-up: washing dishes and glassware, wiping down kitchen surfaces, packing away leftovers, and taking out the rubbish. What We're Looking For: Must have experience in hospitality, waitering, or event staffing. A friendly, professional, and proactive attitude. You can see what needs to be done without being asked. Reliable and punctual. Attire: Please wear smart, clean, all-black attire (e.g., black shirt/top and black trousers/pants with comfortable, closed-toe shoes). An RSA certificate is a big plus.
Thank you Jo and Elle for helping us celebrate our baby shower. Both wonderful ladies who are punctual, organised and ran everything seamlessly. Everyone was so impressed with how amazing they were, and we will definitely have them back again.
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$10
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Cocktail maker for party. Drinks
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$400
Surfers Paradise QLD, Australia
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We require an experienced bartender for my mothers birthday / housewarming 20-25 people Just making classic cocktails / serving wine Olive or lychee martini Daiquiris Mojito Margarita Piña colada Start time of 1 pm but maybe set up prior. Mac four hours of actual service
Tim is amazing!!!! He prepared cocktails for my mom’s 30 person birthday.
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Highly recommend - Damien rocked up at short notice and absolutely smashed it out of the park for our client drinks.
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Absolutely brilliant- would love to work with again 💕 thank you
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Absolutely incredible! Patrick and vale were amazing, so organised, communicative, kept up with the demands with guests who went off menu! Thanks so much!
Need a bar tender for a house party (80 guests). No cocktails
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Coogee WA, Australia
30th Jul 2025
Having a 50th birthday at home for 80 guests and require a bar tender to provide glass ware, can use my table or bring their own, set up bar and serve. No cocktails but will include spirits, wine and beer. Time of party 7 pm to 11pm.
Absolutely superb service from Jacquie....who ensured every guest was looked after at my 50th (crowd of 70 people).... many guests remarked how friendly yet professional Jacquie was. Very happy with her bar tending skills!