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Recent Staffing reviews in South East Melbourne

Amy went above and beyond to help ensure that our event ran smoothly. Not only did she follow the instructions given for the evening, she also showed great initiative and foresight. I would definitely recommend hiring Amy for your next task!

Wait staff for Xmas party

$80

Amazing person , lovely photos . Highly recommended

Photographer

$50

Laura was fantastic! The kids absolutely loved her. Her mannerisms and joy are well suited to this role.

Facepainting

$100

Andrea was great, was way early on time and very efficient in helping us.

Waitress/Helper Kids Birthday Party

$120

What's the average cost of a staffing service in South East Melbourne

$130 - $280

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$130

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$200

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$280

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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.

Recent Staffing tasks in South East Melbourne

Kitchen house help for Saturday for minimum 5 hours

$25

Hallam VIC 3803, Australia

4th Nov 2026

Vegetables cutting, warming food, serving food, refilling of dishes n at the end washing dishes and putting them in place.

Engagement Backdrop Decoration

$200

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

Hi, looking for someone to do a backdrop setup for our engagement party on 13 December in Cranbourne. We're after something similar to the attached photo, roughly 6m wide and 2.2m high, with white curtains, red flowers and decorations. Ideally someone who can supply everything, including the couch, set it up and pack it down afterwards. The event starts at 5pm, so it'll need to be ready before then. Please let me know your price and what you can provide. Thanks!

Creative Event Decorator Home Event

$180

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

We are looking for a creative, experienced event decorator to transform our home in Berwick for a very special spiritual celebration where our Guru will be visiting. We have a beautiful design concept called Moonlit Lotus Sanctuary and will provide photos of our actual home and inspiration images. THE LOOK WE WANT A magical, elegant, peaceful atmosphere featuring: * Flowing ivory sheer curtains draped beautifully around the entrance, corridor and living room * Warm golden fairy lights glowing through the curtains * White hanging lanterns at different heights, creating a floating, moonlit effect * Beautiful glowing lanterns and illuminated lotus lights arranged along the floor * Soft ceiling draping wherever safely possible * An elegant illuminated backdrop behind our existing wooden swing, where our Guru will sit * Two traditional tall brass lamps (we own these), decorated with beautiful white floral arrangements * Subtle greenery and warm ambient LED lighting We want a luxurious, immersive sanctuary, not ordinary party decorations or balloons. WHAT WE NEED Someone to install and style all the decorations, including curtains, hanging lanterns, floor lights, flowers and fairy lights. The swing and TV must remain in their existing positions. Sofas will be removed. Guests will sit on the floor, including in the corridor, so clear views and safe access are important. We prefer no drilling or damage to our plaster walls and ceilings. Please use suitable tension rods, discreet freestanding supports or removable fixings for lightweight wall decorations. All overhead decorations must be safely secured, not attached using ordinary tape or adhesive ceiling hooks. We would love the curtain supports and wiring to be concealed for a seamless, professional finish. MATERIALS We are happy for you to supply your own materials or for you to source them for us and we will pay for them separately.

Birthday decorations

$150

Clyde VIC 3978, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Hi! I’m looking for someone to decorate a room at my home in North Melbourne for a birthday celebration. My budget is $150 AUD, including decorations, materials and setup. I’d love a simple luxury theme using burgundy, champagne gold and white balloons, with a beautiful balloon garland, Happy Birthday backdrop and a small cake table. I’d prefer someone who can bring all the decorations and set everything up at my home. Could you please share your available packages, photos of your previous work and your best price?

Event staff required for wedding week.

$25

Narre Warren North VIC 3804, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Experienced event assistance require for the following days: Sun 22 Nov - Clayton Mon 23 Nov - Epping Sat 28 Nov - Epping More assistance may be required mid-week in both Epping and Hampton Park Ideally same staff should be available on all dates and at all locations. Heavy lifting will be required. Previous event decor/styling experience highly regarded. Payment per hour (based on actual hours)

Decorations for wedding venue’s entrance, outdoor chapel & indoor

$800

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

1st Nov 2026

Decorating the entrance/driveway, outdoor chapel & small bridge for outdoor ceremony. Also decorating indoor reception area including staircase. I’d prefer someone who already has all or most of the decorations needed like artificial flowers, vines, ribbons, fabric etc..My colour palette is: olive/moss green, hot pink, baby pink, bright coral/tangerine & salmon/peach. I have attached photos for your reference.

Server for a party

$75

Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia

29th Oct 2026

Party server needed for setup and waitering.

I need someone who can blow up balloons to the point they pop

$200

Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia

29th Oct 2026

I need someone who enjoys blowing up balloons to the point of popping, plus who ever takes on the job has to come back and pop them all

Bartender Needed for Birthday at Home

$25

Chadstone VIC 3148, Australia

27th Oct 2026

Looking for a friendly and reliable bartender to serve drinks at a private birthday party in Chadstone. All alcohol, mixers, ice, glassware and cocktail-making equipment (including shakers) will be provided. You just need to bring yourself! Duties include: - Making simple cocktails and mixed drinks - Pouring wine, spirits and other drinks - Serving guests throughout the event - Keeping the bar area clean and tidy Ideally looking for someone with previous bartending experience who is friendly, efficient and comfortable working at a private birthday party at home. My listing price is for the first hour and we can discuss further how many additional hours might be required after for additional payment - thanks!

Bartender for Sat 31/10, 1-5PM

$40

Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

24th Oct 2026

Day: Sat 31/10 Time: 1-5 PM Location: Glen Waverley / Southbank Event: Baby shower Guests: ~30

Waitress to heat up and give out finger food at a 60th birthday

$250

Botanic Ridge VIC 3977, Australia

24th Oct 2026

We’re having a 60th birthday party for about 50 - 60 guests. We would like a waitress to heat up various finger foods eg party pies, mini sausage rolls, etc and walk around with a tray offering the food to our guests for around 4 hours. 7:30pm to 11:30pm Sat 28/11/2026

Wedding decoration placement Cranbourne

$250

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Need someone to put 8 artificial centrepiece on the reception table and put two artificial pieces on the arbour for wedding ceremony. Super easy job for any creative person. Items are lightweight and fit in a sedan. Pick up in Greensborough Placement in Cranbourne venue

She did a good job. Creative person

Help for small house party

$120

Mulgrave VIC 3170, Australia

1st Oct 2026

Looking for a reliable and organised person to help during our Diwali party. Responsibilities: * Set up and beautifully arrange all food and serving areas. * Warm food as needed and keep dishes replenished throughout the event. * Coordinate and bring out the main dishes on time, warm them and set them up for serving. * Keep an eye on the food area and ensure everything is tidy and well-presented. * Take photos of guests and short event videos throughout the evening. Looking for someone proactive, organised and comfortable working independently during a busy home event.

She was absolutely amazing with helping my party. Went over and beyond.

Event host for hire

$200

Cranbourne West VIC 3977, Australia

29th Sep 2026

Needing an event host for Friday event 1000-1400 for a senior event

John is very excellent and provided a memorable event

Make 55 Satin Ribbon Bows

$100

Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia

9th Sep 2026

I need 55 satin ribbon bows made for a product photoshoot. There are 11 different colours, with 5 bows of each colour. Each piece of ribbon is 37 inches long and all ribbon will be supplied. I’m looking for someone who can make them neatly and consistently, similar to the attached example. Located in Clyde North.

Happy with everything! Great communication, very helpful and lovely to deal with. Thanks so much!

Serving staff for at home function

$150

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Help serving food, cleaning up as you go for at home bridal shower afternoon tea. 2-5pm

Jessica was amazing she was onto it from the moment she arrived, fitted into our family perfectly. Real game changer all I had to do was chat with our family and friends, we will def call on her again. 💯

Party assistant needed for 4 hours casual role.

$108

Oakleigh South VIC 3167, Australia

3rd Aug 2026

Party Assistant Needed. 4 Hour Casual Role We are looking for a reliable and energetic party assistant to help at a private event. Date: Saturday, 15 August Time: Evening, approximately 4 hours Location: Oakleigh South Duties include: • Assisting the bartender by quickly collecting and rinsing glasses. • Helping serve food to guests. • Clearing plates, glasses, and rubbish throughout the event. • Keeping the party area tidy and organised. • Assisting with general cleaning during the event. • Helping pack up and clean the venue at the end of the party. • Other general tasks as required to help the event run smoothly. You will be a great fit if you are: • Friendly and well presented. • Reliable and punctual. • Happy to stay busy and take initiative. • Comfortable working in a fast paced environment. • Able to lift light items and be on your feet for most of the shift. Previous hospitality or event experience is preferred but not essential. If you are interested, please send a short message with your name, any relevant experience, and your availability.

Sascha came to our house party and did an amazing job. She was very switched on and excellent at her work.

Barista/Kitchen hand

$25

Ashwood VIC 3147, Australia

6th Jul 2026

Waverley Hockey club requires a person who is experienced with kitchen maintenance, food handling and barista skills. This can be an ongoing position to the applicant successful. We open our canteen for junior/senior games on the weekends and require someone to handle the canteen and its facilities independently. This will more than likely be Saturday mornings, and gaps between regular staff. ($25/hour) please note that payment is organized internally

Very helpful and efficient in the kitchen

Bartending service for small private event

$400

Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

30th Jun 2026

Looking for a bartender preferably 1, who can serve for approximately 4 hours in Cranbourne for a surprise 70th birthday. Half the guests will drink, the others may not. Looking at about serving roughly 30 people. Alcohol, bar cart glassware, ice buckets, ice and a cocktail shaker will all be supplied. Need from 3pm until at least 6:30/7pm

Marcus and his wife were incredible, down to earth and incredibly accomodating. They did a great, seamless job hosting such an important event for our family. We are so grateful and would have them again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much to you both!