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I really enjoyed working with Ranjeeta. She was flexible and hard working and made great suggestions - thank you

Washing, drying and boxing glasses (1000) and general kitchen cleaning

$400

Tory was our bar tender for a private party at home! The cocktails were delicious and Tory went above and beyond for our guests. Thank you so much and I would highly recommend Tory!

Bar Tender - House Event

$250

I would have no hesitation in recommending Andrea. She is professional , caring and very able. Andrea was excellent in assisting with our wedding day celebration at home, handling drinks, food and washing up.

Wait staff

$80

Vee was both a Fabulous & professional mixologist who enjoys her craft. Our guests loved the way she worked. Highly recommend.

Cocktail Mixologist

$200

Ness did a fab job. Thanks Nessa!

Clean our Christmas lunch dishes

$120

Maggie was a great listener & her communication was excellent. Did the job required flawlessly and was attentive to detail. Thank you!!

Wait staff required this Saturday

$180

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

$150 - $300

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$150

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$200

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$300

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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 be added manpower to help your entire team deliver the best service, or they can also be convenient replacements if you have key staff members calling in sick or needing a day off work. Having them on board can help you focus on important tasks while keeping your guests well-fed and entertained.

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 dedicate your energy to focusing on your primary duties. Whether you need a last-minute executive assistant, receptionist, or a 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. 

Recent Staffing tasks in East Melbourne

Person to mix drinks

$10

Canterbury VIC, Australia

22nd Nov 2025

We need someone to mix and serve basics cocktails and drinks for our nye party.

Entertainer/magician for kids Christmas party

$100

Doncaster East VIC, Australia

19th Nov 2025

Looking for an entertainer/magician for 45 mins for a kinder Christmas party on 13 Dec, approx 11:15am-12:00 noon. Work with children check is required.

Help hosting dinner party

$120

Glen Iris VIC, Australia

18th Nov 2025

Having a few guests over for dinner, need help managing the kitchen, heating food, serving, clean up

Elopement Ceremony + Reception Stylist, Organizer, etc.

$600

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

16th Nov 2025

This task will run sometime between 11:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. on 25 November 2025(with a 1-hour break, a 15-minute tea break, and a meal included). We’re hosting a very intimate elopement ceremony (Couple + 1 guest + 1 child) followed by a small reception at an Airbnb, and we need assistance with the following: - Basic styling of the space (Having prior styling experience is preferred so everything runs smoothly) - Organizing and coordinating small details - Cleaning throughout the event (Basically whatever was set-up) - Helping set up food ordered via UberEats (plating and arranging on the table) - Playing music at specific times (playlist will be provided, just follow cues) - Serving as a witness during the ceremony (as the couple only has one adult guest) - Pack down after the event (removing décor, cleaning, and organizing) - It’s also preferred if you have your own ladder for styling purposes. - This can be handled by one person, but if you prefer to bring someone along, whether it’s a friend or anyone else, both the tasks and payment will be split between the two of you. - A mock-up of the preferred décor style is attached for reference.

Style an intimate elopement ceremony and reception

$600

Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

16th Nov 2025

This task will run sometime between 11:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. on 25 November 2025(with a 1-hour break, a 15-minute tea break, and a meal included). We’re hosting a very intimate elopement ceremony (Couple + 1 guest + 1 child) followed by a small reception at an Airbnb, and we need assistance with the following: - Basic styling of the space (Having prior styling experience is preferred so everything runs smoothly) - Organizing and coordinating small details - Cleaning throughout the event (Basically whatever was set-up) - Helping set up food ordered via UberEats (plating and arranging on the table) - Playing music at specific times (playlist will be provided, just follow cues) - Serving as a witness during the ceremony (as the couple only has one adult guest) - Pack down after the event (removing décor, cleaning, and organizing) - It’s also preferred if you have your own ladder for styling purposes. - This can be handled by one person, but if you prefer to bring someone along, whether it’s a friend or anyone else, both the tasks and payment will be split between the two of you. - A mock-up of the preferred décor style is attached for reference.

Roving waiter

$120

Ashburton VIC, Australia

16th Nov 2025

A roving waiter to serve food platters for approx. 4 hours for my husband’s 40th birthday celebration on Saturday 29th November. Location in Ashburton, Vic. Time approx 7:30pm-11:30pm.

Cocktail Maker / Bartender for Work Break up

$350

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

13th Nov 2025

Cocktail maker - Work Christmas Break up Cocktail maker required for work christmas break up on 19th of December from 4:30pm for 6hrs for approx. 30 people. Alcohol will be provided, must provide own shakers/bar equipment etc. Tasks also include: Refilling a slushie machine.

Cocktail making and clean up

$180

Surrey Hills, Victoria

11th Nov 2025

Make cocktails for my xmas party of 16 people at my home in Surrey Hills from 7-11pm. Everything you need will be supplied for approx 5-6 different cocktails. Also clear the table and stack the dishwasher in between making cocktails

Hire Bar Staff for Engagement Party

$150

Box Hill South, Victoria

11th Nov 2025

Seeking Bar Staff to Hire for an Engagement Party on 29 November. From 4-9PM. We will provide drinks, glassware & accessories - you/your staff will only need to pour drinks (Beer,Wine,Spirits) and crowd control 150 Guests.

DJ for small house gathering

$100

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

9th Nov 2025

Hosting house party and wanting dj for a few hours in the afternoon

Bartender to serve at 40th birthday

$150

Blackburn VIC, Australia

7th Nov 2025

Looking for someone with general bar experience to pour wines at a 40th birthday party At a residential home residence in Blackburn Required for 5 hours 6:30-11:30pm Saturday 8th Nov

Someone experienced with saris to come and help me get dressed

$50

Doncaster VIC, Australia

7th Nov 2025

Needing someone to help me get dressed in a sari for a Bollywood party.

Bartender

$180

Camberwell VIC, Australia

6th Nov 2025

Bartender and serving drinks

Bar tender

$100

Hawthorn East, Victoria

5th Nov 2025

Looking for someone to make & serve drinks for about 3 hours at our house (40 people)

Waiter to assist with serving food, cleaning up plates, tidying up etc

$200

Burwood East VIC, Australia

27th Oct 2025

Neeeding a spare pair of hands to help with a 21st bday party. Serving of food, tidying up plates, serving drinks, filling glasses etc. Approx during arrival and dinner hours ie 6:30pm - 10:30pm

Liz was fantastic and such a great help for the evening. Liz was friendly and personable and very professional.

Birthday Lunch Charcoal Catering

$300

Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia

28th Sep 2025

Looking for someone to cook/operate grill for approx 25people. Rate is $100ph. 3hr minimum. Extra pay in cash. Supply grill. Eg Large charcoal grill or parilla style. Wagyu beef supplied for mains. Prawn supplied Just needs cooking. -grilled prawn entree (supplied) -Steak main (supplied) We are supplying desserts and canapé entree’s.

Adam went above and beyond to make the day run smoothly. Unbelievably good food 👌

Help at a baby’s first birthday party 12pm - 2pm only.

$80

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Needing helper for a private house party for 1 year old. Serving drinks, food and general help.

Lani was exceptional.

Party Help

$400

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

22nd Jul 2025

2 wait staff required at a 50th lunch. 1pm - 6pm

Thank you so much you were absolutely fabulous. I highly reccommend Caitlin & Jessica.

HELP IN CANTEEN/ BBQ

$650

Doncaster VIC, Australia

19th Jun 2025

Need helping canteen and running a bbq this weekend for a dance competition. Saturday & Sunday approx9am-6pm Previous hospitality experience preferred.

Ben went above and beyond to help us. He helped us out for 2 days at our event running the BBQ and did an awesome job. Highly recommend.

Cook a BBQ this weekend. Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm both days.

$150

Doncaster VIC, Australia

18th Jun 2025

I need help running a BBQ this weekend for an event. We will also have a canteen where we have staff taking payment- just need to cook the meat.

Did a great job- Would definitely hire again!