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Wait staff for event

$150

We hired Heidi to clean after our daughter’s birthday party, and she was absolutely fantastic! She was friendly, punctual, and incredibly efficient. Her attention to detail was outstanding — the venue looked spotless afterwards. I really appreciated her positive attitude and professionalism throughout.

Cleaning after a kids birthday party

$200

I found Linda punctual, well presented and happy to carry out all tasks asked of her. She was both diligent and flexible in her approach.

Private function food assistant

$200

Great work ethics.....

Front Staff for Expo

$200

You can’t fault Nikki in any aspect. She is the most incredible person, you can feel the absolute happiness in the energy that surrounds her, everyone said so. She is punctual, her work ethic is simply incomparable, her compassion is endless & and she is the most thoughtful being you will ever come across. Nikki is genuinely such a beautiful person inside out. We were so fortunate to have her as part of our wedding team.

I need a food server for an event

$175

Umit was amazing! So helpful and professional - we loved having him bartend for our lunch!

Waitstaff and Bartender for private lunch (Bondi)

$380

What's the average cost of a staffing service

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$314

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Top Staffing related questions

Hiring staff through recruitment and temporary staffing agencies can be expensive, as they charge high fees. They can also add premium prices on top of their regular fees if it’s short notice, and even pre-select the candidates for you. While that can be more convenient, it can also exclude candidates who might be qualified for the role. By recruiting directly, you can be hands-on with the entire process and staff choices while keeping control of costs. 

It depends on the role you’re looking to fill in. But whatever that role is, make sure to find someone who has suitable skills and experiences. Look for their credentials and job history to see if they have the qualifications you’re looking for. Their reviews from previous clients on their profiles can also help, so you know what others have to say about the staff’s service. 

If the roles you need for your business are seasonal, it can be unsustainable to hire long-term employees. For example, hiring a short-term employee can be more cost-efficient if you need people to help you with catering for a huge event, a part-time marketer for a one-time campaign, or a temporary worker in a warehouse to manage logistics. You can always hire them again if you need their services in the future! 

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What do staffing services include?

Staffing services help you fill in the roles needed in your team, at least temporarily. With their suitable skills and experience, they can assist you with delivering the tasks you need to fulfil. Whether you need someone to be part of your wait staff, marketing staff, or customer service team, recruiting the best manpower resources available even at the last minute is crucial to keep your business running. 

Hospitality staffing

Running a hospitality business can be overwhelming, especially on a busy day or during a special event. In these situations, hiring a short-term barista, bartender, chef, concierge, or duty manager can keep your business running smoothly. They can add manpower and provide casual labour to help your entire team deliver the best service, or they can serve as convenient replacements if key staff members call in sick or need a day off. Having them on board can help you focus on important tasks while keeping your guests well-fed and entertained.

Whether you need a professional waitress staff for a formal dinner or casual labour to help with even set-up, Airtasker connects you with reliable helpers near you.

Admin staffing

Filing, planning, and data entry are additional workloads that can keep you constantly caught up. Getting help with admin tasks can take a load off your shoulders and free up your time so you can focus on your primary duties. What's great about finding temporary staffing solutions is that you don't have to worry about the long-term contracts of a standard staffing agency. Whether you need a last-minute executive assistant, receptionist, or data entry specialist to help you temporarily, hiring qualified ones can help grow your business efficiently, without paper jams, unanswered calls, and other kinds of chaos!

Marketing staffing

Hiring short-term marketing staff can help get your message across! Depending on the product or service you offer, your Tasker can approach your potential customers with offers, promotions, tasters, freebies, and other incentives to encourage them to engage with your business. They can also come up with marketing materials to help your business be known in your desired area. Sending out emails, making cold calls, and interacting with your customers can also be a part of their job.

Healthcare staffing

Outsourcing temporary physicians and nurses can help your business grow. They take care of your employees physically and mentally because healthy members of a team only mean continued success for your business. They can hold medical checkups and consultations for your organisation to ensure that your employees are in tip-top shape. It’s also highly crucial to have healthcare staff if running an office, clinic, school, church, or other institution. 

Warehouse and logistics staffing

Need a quick way to scale operations? Skip the traditional warehouse staffing agency. Find a warehouse worker or warehouse associate to help with logistics and operations. Warehouse workers can help with picking, packing, and inventory. You can hire casual labour for a day or during your business' seasonal peaks. This provides you with a more flexible alternative to a traditional temp agency.

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Party Decorator Needed – Small Private Event (Adelaide CBD)

$150

Smithfield Plains SA 5114, Australia

2nd May 2026

I’m looking for a creative and reliable decorator to style a small private birthday celebration for approximately 15–20 guests. Theme: Chic, feminine, luxurious (on a budget) Scope of work: - Decorate a small designated area within the venue - Create a stylish, cohesive setup (e.g. table styling, backdrop, simple feature area) - Assist with light setup prior to event start Style direction: Elegant, soft luxury aesthetic using budget-friendly materials. I’m open to ideas from someone who is creative and can bring the vision to life. Suggested sourcing (optional): - Sunny Bunny (Elizabeth Shopping Centre) - Big W (Elizabeth Shopping Centre) You are welcome to suggest alternative affordable options if needed. Event details: - Location: Adelaide CBD (exact venue details will be shared with the selected person) - Date: 6 June - Setup time: approx. 1.5–2 hours before event What I’m looking for: - Creative and detail-oriented - Good communication and willing to collaborate - Professional, reliable, and punctual - Able to work within a budget If you have examples of previous work (photos/portfolio), please include them in your offer. Looking forward to working with someone who can help bring this vision to life.

Hostess for charity event

$100

Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia

2nd May 2026

Hostesses to start a charity ride in geelong

Bartending - drink service and drink ware cleaning

$250

Melbourne City Centre VIC, Australia

2nd May 2026

Hosting a birthday party and need someone to serve drinks throughout the night. Need to be available from 5:30pm - 11:00pm.

Wedding Party decorations n evening snacks

$300

St Ives Chase NSW 2075, Australia

2nd May 2026

We have a court wedding n would like someone to help us with decoration at home n some evening snacks

BARTENDER NEEFED ASAP

$400

Taylors Lakes VIC, Australia

2nd May 2026

Need a bartender RN for an event !! In Taylor’s lakes Drinks all prepped just need a server

Wedding RSA

$800

Aberglasslyn, New South Wales

2nd May 2026

20/02/2027. Wedding from 4pm to 11pm. Serving bottled beer and wine. Need the glasses washed too. RSA absolutely necessary.

Bar tender/server for party

$500

Beacon Hill NSW, Australia

2nd May 2026

Bar server and cocktail maker. Serve drinks during birthday at a residence. Keep bar area clean, glasses washed and general tidying. Alcohol supplied. Set up from 2pm party from 3pm until about 9pm. Cocktail experience needed.

Cocktail mixing private party

$100

Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia

2nd May 2026

Cocktail mixing for a party of 6 in the afternoon

Friendly door host needed Wednesday 29th in Gosford

$250

Gosford NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Looking for a warm, well-presented and reliable person to greet and register guests at my personal development presentation at Gosford RSL 🕒 Time: 6pm – 11pm 📍 Location: Gosford RSL 💰 Pay: $50/hr ($250 total) Duties: * Welcome guests at the door * Tick off names on a guest list * Assist with sign-in and hand out envelopes * Collect forms and payments at the end * Be happy, friendly, and professional No experience needed—just good vibes and punctuality! Message me if you’re free and tell me a little about yourself 😊 If you’re applying, please also include a link to your Instagram (or a recent photo) so we can get a feel for your presentation.

Angela was amazing. Very professional super friendly to all my guests and created a wonderful environment for everybody. We definitely employ again.

Friendly door host needed 28th April Newcastle

$250

Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Looking for a warm, well-presented and reliable person to greet and register guests at my personal development presentation at Novotel Newcastle Beach. 🕒 Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm 📍 Location: Novotel Newcastle Beach 💰 Pay: $50/hr ($250 total) Duties: * Welcome guests at the door * Tick off names on a guest list * Assist with sign-in and hand out envelopes * Collect forms and payments at the end * Be happy, friendly, and professional No experience needed—just good vibes and punctuality! Message me if you’re free and tell me a little about yourself 😊 If you’re applying, please also include a link to your Instagram (or a recent photo) so we can get a feel for your presentation.

Grace was amazing to work with. She was professional well presented and did a great job hosting my event. Would have her back any time I’m next in Newcastle. Thanks so much, Grace.

Need a drink server to serve 70 people at my grandpas 91st birthday

$100

Gladesville NSW 2111, Australia

27th Apr 2026

There will be 2 drink areas, will need to serve drinks from these areas and also may need to walk around to offer drinks to people. 10am to 2pm. This ad is for a second person.

Lovely person to help around a party

Door host at a startup party in Surry Hills

$120

Surry Hills, New South Wales

27th Apr 2026

Hi guys we are looking for a friendly person (events experience preferred) to greet people at our event and mark their names off a list. 3hrs work only and you will also receive free drinks and food. Venue is in Surry Hills/Darlinghurst. After check in complete we will need help with other party items like helping with the food etc. 28 April 5.30-8.30pm We look forward to working with someone awesome!

Poppi was amazing and went above and beyond to make the party a big hit!

Bartender for 70th

$150

Yarrambat VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Bartender / Helper Needed – 70th Birthday Party Looking for a friendly and presentable person to help out at a 70th birthday party. What’s involved: • Serving drinks upon request • Clearing plates and empty glasses • Light washing of glassware • General helping hand to keep things tidy Hours: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (3 hours) Please only apply if you’re reliable, presentable, and comfortable working at a private function. Experience in hospitality is a bonus but not essential.

Absolutely the best, and so on too of everything! Will be using again 😊

Birthday balloons

$60

Noosa QLD, Australia

21st Apr 2026

Hi I need a large number 60 with a couple smaller helium balloons attached to a floor weight purchased and dropped off to Peppers resort * additional money will be provided to cover cost of balloons

Laura was a great help

Looking for a reliable helper for a sit down home lunch

$175

Northcote VIC, Australia

21st Apr 2026

Looking for a reliable helper for a sit down home lunch, celebrating my mother's 70th birthday with her best friends and a lovely afternoon! To assist with table setup, light food prep, dishwashing, serving drinks and keeping things tidy for a few hours. Need someone professional. Preferably Female. Someone who has experience in hospitality. This Friday, 24 April from 11am - 4pm (total 5 hours) Northcote location

Thanks Mila!! Professional and attentive.

Wait Staff - 5 hours this Saturday in Sorrento

$150

Bundall QLD, Australia

20th Apr 2026

Looking for someone to assist at a party with wait-staff duties. Assisting with drinks, table clearing and cleaning dishes.

Any was exceptionally professional, diligent and a great communicator. Would hire her again for sure!

Party Assistant Needed for 4-Year-Old Birthday (Tomorrow)

$100

Liverpool NSW, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Hi, I’m looking for a friendly and reliable person to assist during my son’s 4th birthday party. Decorations are already done — I just need someone to help things run smoothly on the day. Tasks include: * Helping serve food/snacks to kids and guests * Assisting with simple kids activities/games * Keeping an eye on kids during playtime * Helping manage small things (cake time, organising kids, etc.) * Light clean-up during and after the party

Ashwin has a very positive attitude and was great to work with. He was professional, friendly, and completed the task efficiently. I’m happy with the result and would definitely recommend him

Buy birthday balloons

$50

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2026

I need some birthday balloons. Looking for silver helium ones. Would like a large size in “21” to be inflated, bought and dropped off to a venue in Southbank.

Great work and very proficient!

Bartender for 40th birthday party

$200

Leura NSW, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Looking for a bartender to make cocktails and serve drinks for approx 20-25 guests at a 40th birthday party in a private residence. Alcohol, cocktail set and glassware will be supplied. Approx hours will be 2.30 - 7.30pm.

G was an incredible addition to our party. He kept the drinks flowing and our guests loved the cocktails! Such a great guys, would highly recommend.

Bar tender

$35

Tamarama NSW 2026, Australia

15th Apr 2026

I need somebody to serve premade cocktails for a party of 30. Start at 1:30 for four hrs.

Sophie was absolutely brilliant. She understood what I needed before I asked so I let her take over my party. I can’t wait to have her in my home again. I can’t recommend her highly enough