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Recent Staffing reviews in South East Melbourne

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

Facepainting

$100

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

Amy was amazing at our daughters engagement party serving drinks and cocktails behind the bar would definitely recommend and hire her again

Waiter/waitress bar staff

$30

Excellent work. Thanks heaps

Assemble a Weber BBQ

$50

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

Party Helper Needed

$175

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

11th Nov 2026

We're looking for a friendly, reliable and hands-on party helper for a festive celebration Nothing too formal, just someone who is happy to lend a hand throughout the event, keep things running smoothly and help us stay on top of the mess so everyone can enjoy themselves. What You'll Be Helping With - Helping set up before the event and pack down afterwards. - Serving food and drinks to guests. - Checking in with guests to see if they need a drink or snacks. - Collecting empty plates, glasses, bottles and rubbish throughout the event. - Washing dishes, clearing tables and keeping the kitchen and entertaining areas tidy. - Emptying bins, replacing bin liners and separating recycling from general waste. - Rubbish disposal after the event, including collecting large bin bags and taking them away for appropriate disposal. - General cleaning and helping out with anything else that pops up. What We're Looking For - Someone proactive who can spot what needs doing without being asked all the time. - Friendly, easygoing and comfortable around guests. - Happy to get stuck in and help wherever needed. - Organised and good at keeping things clean and tidy. - Previous hospitality or event experience is a bonus, but definitely not essential! We're after someone for at least 6 hours, with the possibility of a few extra hours if needed. It's a fun, relaxed festive gathering, and we'd love someone who can take the initiative and help keep everything under control. If you're interested, please let us know a little about yourself, any relevant experience and whether you're available on the day!

Serving food for a Xmas lunch. 1 hour.

$30

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

10th Nov 2026

Heat and serve food. Clean as you go.

Bartender needed

$125

Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia

7th Nov 2026

Small house party 20 people

Bartender, cocktails

$500

Nangana VIC 3781, Australia

5th Nov 2026

classy, intimate pool party to celebrate our engagement, not looking to spend too much

Bbq help for 8 people

$150

Mount Waverley VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2026

I have food ready. Need help with bbq. Cutting salad and serving

Bbq and Bar help

$20

Mount Waverley VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2026

Help with bbq drinks and serving

Bbq for monday

$150

Mount Waverley VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2026

Need help with Indian bbq for 8 people. Food is all prepared. Need someone to handle the bbq and serve food

Very helpful and understanding

Cotton candy machine operator needed 7th of November

$120

Hampton Park VIC 3976, Australia

5th Nov 2026

**Cotton Candy Machine Operator Required – Kids Birthday Party** I am looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic person to operate a cotton candy machine at a children's birthday party on **Saturday, 7th November**. **Job details:** - **Date:** 7th November - **Time:** 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM (4 hours) - **Pay:** $30 per hour ($120 total) - **Location:** To be confirmed - **Event:** Children's birthday party **Responsibilities:** - Operate the cotton candy machine throughout the event. - Prepare and serve fresh cotton candy to the children and guests. - Keep the serving area clean, tidy and presentable. - Be friendly, patient and welcoming when interacting with children and families. - Ensure the machine is used safely and responsibly. Previous experience operating a cotton candy machine would be preferred but is not essential, as long as you are confident, reliable and willing to assist. If you are available and interested, please send through a message with a little information about yourself and any relevant experience. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Serving food for a lunch Xmas party

$100

Berwick VIC 3806, Australia

5th Nov 2026

Food prep, heating and serving. Setting up buffet, cleaning up, washing dishes.

Experienced Cocktail Bartender Needed for Engagement Party

$550

Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

21st Oct 2026

I’m looking for an experienced and friendly cocktail bartender for my engagement celebration in Glen Waverley, Melbourne. Event Details * Date: Saturday, 7 November 2026 * Time: 6:30 pm onwards * Location: Glen Waverley, VIC * Event: Engagement celebration * Guests: Approximately 30–40 people What I’m Looking For * Experience making a range of cocktails. * Ability to serve drinks efficiently and professionally. * Friendly, approachable and well-presented. * Confident managing a bar at a private event. * Able to assist with basic bar setup and pack-down. I am happy to provide the alcohol and mixers Ideally, I’m looking for someone who can help create a cocktail menu featuring a selection of popular cocktails and serve them throughout the evening.

Caitlin was incredible. She made all the drinks, spoke to the guests and was so easy to work with

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

Heat and serve food for funeral wake about 70 people

$160

Springvale VIC 3171, Australia

13th Oct 2026

Heat and serve food for funeral wake about 70 people

Giselle did a wonderful job. She was very good with communication and did exactly as I asked of her

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!