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Wow! I'm a very pedantic lawyer, and I demand very high standards. Christina not only met standard, she exceeded it. Christina is very pleasant, proactive, easy to deal with, communicates well and has a very warm personality. Christina helped us cook, serve 17 guests with canapés, drinks and English roast, and then clean up until everything was spotless and the house was back in order. Christina even stayed late. She was proactive with guests.
Kitchen help and waitress/waiter
$350
Emma was super helpful & took care of everyone so we could also enjoy our family gathering. She worked so efficiently in the background & took care of things for us. Lovely to have her, highly recommend Emma for a family get together to take the stress of having to host it in our own.
Catering/Wait person.
$248
Thank you, karen for an excellent evening, and making everything so much easier!
Waiter for an evening
$250
Emilie was a wonderful addition to our event! Helped out with everything that needed doing and needed no instruction. Thank you so much! You made our little event SO MUCH easier!! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Waiter to serve champagne at store event
$120
I could not recommend Felix more. Highly he made it my party function beautifully.
Waitering
$50
Very polite, efficient snd hardworking. A lovely person to deal with.
Wait staff wanted for engagement party in private home
$100
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Why book wait staff through Airtasker?
Hiring additional wait staff is made easier with Airtasker. Connect with local Taskers who have experience as a waitress or a waiter during peak seasons to help keep shifts manageable and clients well taken care of. You no longer have to worry about posting expensive ads or risking getting someone unreliable during a busy time for your business!
There’s no need to require longer work hours for your full-time staff or risk being understaffed on days when someone calls in sick. Our platform can help you find trustworthy and experienced restaurant waiters and waitresses in just a few taps.
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Top Wait Staff related questions
Hiring a team is doable on Airtasker. You can put up a task asking specifically for a team of people and provide one fee for all of their services. On the flip side, you can also put up several tasks and hire Taskers for each to be part of a team. This way, you can identify the fees for each and indicate any specific responsibilities. For example, a cocktail waitress can have different duties from a barista.
Ideally, the company provides for a uniform for the wait staff. However, if this is not possible given the time constraints or if you think it’s not practical for part-time employees, you can ask them to wear something similar to the full-time staff. It can be black trousers and long-sleeved tops for formal establishments and jeans and a black shirt for more casual places.
There’s no specific degree required in applying as wait staff. However, those with a degree or studying hotel management or culinary arts may be more familiar with what needs to be done. They may also require a higher professional fee as compared to those with zero experience. Consider the overall situation. It may be better to spend higher on hiring an experienced restaurant waitress or waiter instead.
No, there is none! Airtasker doesn’t require a minimum number of hours. However, consider that a shift shorter than two hours might not be an attractive task for someone who still has to dress up, commute, and learn to do the task. An example to consider is hiring a Tasker daily for now but agreeing on an hourly rate.
Definitely. Some Taskers build a connection with clients, especially for services that require knowledge of menus, services, and pricing. Simply coordinate with your chosen Tasker regarding schedule arrangements. We highly encourage booking the subsequent engagements via Airtasker for the safety of both parties.
Yes, there are plenty of professionals who can help you on our platform. If you’re struggling with reconciling some receipts, you can hire a bookkeeper or an accountant. If you need help filling out those tables every night, a sales staff, ads specialist, or a PR practitioner might help you increase reservations and walk-ins.
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What do wait staff services include?
Hiring a Tasker for waiter service can help grow your business and meet expectations on days when there is so much going on. It doesn’t just have to be during the peak seasons for the hospitality industry, like Christmas and Valentine’s Day. It can also be on days when there’s a lot of foot traffic coming in. This can differ for every type of business.
Bars and fine dining restaurants can need more people in the evening, while more family-friendly places may need additional servers during lunch hours and weekends. The trick is finding part-time staff that already have experience in what you need. This saves you time in training them and gives you more peace of mind. When putting up a task for wait staff for hire, here are some positions that you can look for:
Hosting staff
In most establishments, the wait staff and manager double as the host or hostess for the meal. However, there might be days when the table seating is more challenging to manage. Catering for special events done in the restaurant or conference room may also need more people to welcome guests, explain the menu, and ensure that everything goes smoothly. Some Taskers specialise and have years of experience in making clients feel like VIPs during their visit to your restaurant through excellent service and accommodating attitudes.
Serving staff
The serving staff is the backbone of your operations. The work is not easy, either! However, it is possible that hiring twice the number of your full-time team might hurt your financials. If you’re noticing orders getting switched up or staff members taking sick days, they might be not getting enough rest. Take time to review when the bulk of heavy work comes in and put up a Task for those hours.
Depending on the type of your establishments, you can find entry-level and highly trainable Taskers who are looking to make additional money during their free time or experienced wait staff with years of working in fine dining restaurants. Your current team will be happy for the extra help, and you can be sure that guests are adequately served.
Bartenders and baristas
It’s not a complete meal without drinks, whether a fine cocktail in the evening or a delicious coffee concoction in the morning. There are so many talented bartenders and baristas here on Airtasker that you can work with. This can be when your regular guy (or gal!) can’t come in.
Another instance is when you’re only in need of the service for special occasions like closed-off events or in-house promotions. You may also want to test out hiring a part-time staff before committing to a regular employee on payroll to ensure that it’s well-received by the guests and that the expense is manageable.
Dishwashers
Busy hours mean more plates coming in and leaving the kitchen. If you’re constantly running out of plates, glassware, and utensils during lunch or dinner, it might not be an inventory problem. You might just need more hands shuffling the plates and making sure they’re clean. Hiring a Tasker to help in the kitchen, whether specifically for dishwashing or in general, can also help you avoid a customer becoming irate for seeing a stain on their dinnerware. Avoid the embarrassment and the risk of losing your health licence by investing in a Tasker who can help.
Recent Wait Staff tasks
Waiters for 5 hours
$100
Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia
25th Oct 2025
It's a house party, and we need waiters from 12 PM until 5 PM
Wait staff
$240
Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
25th Oct 2025
We need 2 to 3 people to assist at a party w handing around food platers, collecting glasses and plates. The main job will be collecting glasses and plates and washing them. The dishwasher is a bit slow so hand washing and drying will be required in addition to using the dishwasher.
Front house waitress
$25
Guildford NSW, Australia
25th Oct 2025
Hello looking for a waitress/front of house worker wanted, pizza shop in Georges Hall Shifts: Friday, Saturday & Sunday 5pm - 9pm Please message me if you’re interested Women only and with experience
Looking for a friendly waiter!
$250
Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia
24th Oct 2025
We’re hosting a birthday party and need someone who’s confident, organised, and great with people to serve drinks and refreshments throughout the event. If you enjoy creating a great atmosphere, keeping guests happy, and being part of a fun celebration — I’d love to hear from you! 5pm to 11pm South Melbourne (CBD)
Bartender and waiter service for 40th birthday party
$470
North Kellyville NSW 2155, Australia
24th Oct 2025
Require 2 people. One to help prep and serve food, the other to mix cocktail and mocktail drinks. Bartender to bring own equipment but ingredients will be provided. Event starts at 4pm so need to be there at atleast 30-45min before. Need services for 5 hours. Must wear formal uniform. Can discuss further details once confirmed.
Waiter for Halloween Party TODAY - Oct 25 (7PM-11PM)
$140
Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
24th Oct 2025
Hello - we're in a bit of a bind due to our waiter falling ill. It's last minute, but if you're available and can support, we'd greatly appreciate it! We're looking for someone who can act as a waiter for a private Halloween Party at our home in Darlinghurst on Saturday, October 25th. Due to group size we are seeking an additional waiter for the opening hours of the party. The rate includes 4 hours of service, beginning at 7PM with an hour of set up before guests arrive at 8PM. Please note that this rate does not include a tip, which will be provided in person as long as you arrive on time and carry out the tasks outlined below. I also take into consideration the fees imposed when determining additional amounts. You will assist the designated bartenders as needed, as well as pass drinks around and ensure dirty glasses are collected and cleaned. You will be asked to wear a Halloween themed waiter outfit that will be provided. This includes a white button up shirt, black vest, and orange apron. All that is needed of you attire wise is black pants and ideally black shoes. If you do not have either, please let me know and we can look into alternatives. Thank you!
Experienced waiting staff for private party
$300
South Yarra, Victoria
24th Oct 2025
We need two experienced waiting staff to support a private party, on 22/11 in the Kings Domain garden, South Yarra. The job will start at midday and conclude at 4:30pm. We need assistance with the party set up, managing and tidying the buffets and bar throughout, clearing guest plates and rubbish, and packing up and cleaning at the end of the party. We are expecting approx 45 people. And the fee estimate is for two staff. We are hoping you will have food and beverage waiting experience, and will also bring energy and enthusiasm to the event. Thank you.
Wait staff to clean plates for wedding tomorrow
$250
Karalee QLD, Australia
24th Oct 2025
We need staff to collect plates and cutlery and wash them during our wedding reception at Karalee QLD. Require help 5:30pm to 10pm.
Kitchen Hand/Waitperson - Wavell Heights
$200
Wavell Heights QLD, Australia
13th Oct 2025
4pm to 8pm Friday delivering food to hungry bistro customers and/or helping to plate food.
Anne is prompt and efficient, she is a great communicator and has a wonderful eye for detail. If Anne says she wants to do your task, you can be confident choosing her
Waitress for studio 4 hours
$150
Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia
12th Oct 2025
Waitress/helper For a hair and make up studio Serving tea, coffee and champagne to models Must be well presented and friendly Female Only
Amazing energy!! Lovely personality and will definitely work with her again ✨
Waitress for a work event
$40
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
11th Oct 2025
I am looking for a waitress or waiter for a work event in Sydney cbd. 3 h from 4:30pm. Pass canapés, serve drinks. RSA preferred $40/hours
Efficient, on time and reliable
Waitstaff / kitchen hand to assist with private dinner party
$150
South Tweed NSW, Australia
2nd Oct 2025
I’m looking for someone who can assist making drinks, clearing & washing plates & assist my heating and serving canapé food. Items will be prepped before hand just need someone to plate up, serve guests, and clean up afterwards and make cocktails - ensure drinks are filled.
Sarah assisted with serving food and drinks at our birthday party and also some food warming/prep. She was responsive, friendly and so professional. Would definitely engage her again - a great help! ♥️ Thank you so much Sarah!
URGENT - Wait person
$150
Waterloo, New South Wales
30th Aug 2025
Serve finger food/ drink for a event for 3 hours Provide a friendly service to people at an event Experience in food and drink handling from 5pm today
Professional , warm and friendly service to my guests .
Waiter for at home party
$200
Concord NSW, Australia
22nd Aug 2025
I would like a waiter who can serve drinks to guests at a party for about 40-50 people. Professional attire please.
G was great for my at home party. He looked after all the guests and was so fun and easy. He also made up a drink menu to bring and bought all the glasses. Perfect!
Bar Staff / Wait Staff - x2
$700
Hampton VIC 3188, Australia
18th Aug 2025
Looking for 2x bar staff, to come together on this Airtasker task, to serve drinks and tidy along the way. From 4pm to 11pm on Saturday 23rd Aug. Tasks will include mixing and serving welcome drinks (Aperol Spritz & Hugo Spritz). Everything else will be in cans (beer, wine and pre-mixed drinks). Expectation is to serve drinks and tidy glasses and cans during the night
Thanks Rohan - appreciate the work. Good job
Waiter at a wake at a private home
$250
Croydon South VIC 3136, Australia
7th Aug 2025
We need one experienced waiter to assist at a private home for a wake to be held on Saturday, 16 August for 25 people or less. The worker would need to be here from 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm (4 hours) and assist with putting out plates, serving the dishes (which are pre-cooked), serving coffee and tea, and drinks, packing the dishwasher, and washing some serving platters and glasses, and helping with general serving duties. The person needs to be an experienced waiter who has worked at private functions and I would like to hear about your experience. I am offering $100 cash tip on top of the Airtasker payment.
Linden was fantastic in every respect - punctual, courteous, efficient and experienced. At my father's wake she was able to effortlessly fit into our kitchen and serve drinks and food and remember people's preferences. Everything was done without me having to worry about a thing. Highly recommended and I will be employing Linden again for other functions.
Waitress Staff for 30th Birthday (x2)
$40
Woolloongabba QLD, Australia
5th Aug 2025
Waitress staff required for 30th birthday in Woolloongabba. Must wear all black. Prefer someone with experience in serving dishes, cleaning up etc. Tasks include: (1) Serving and re-stocking food (2) Clearing rubbish (3) Assisting bar staff upon request (serving soft drinks only or cutting up garnishes if required etc.) Times: 5:00pm-10:00pm (total 5 hours) @ $40 p/h.
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Looking for waiter
$100
Darlinghurst NSW, Australia
1st Aug 2025
Hello, I'm looking to hire a waiter for a catering function. The main responsibilities will include: Keeping the venue tidy throughout the event Ensuring guests have their wine glasses topped up regularly Maintaining overall order and flow The food will already be set on the table, so the primary focus will be on drinks and general upkeep. Dress code: Black pants and a white shirt (neat and professional appearance required).
She was excellent on time and did a great job
Bartender/waiter
$240
Ascot Vale VIC, Australia
17th Jul 2025
Hi there, looking for a Bartender/waiter to come to my home take make basic drinks- lemonade Prosecco premix cans premix strawberry daiquiris. Then also help with putting food out for guest, all food will be pre-ordered so will just need to be put on platters for me. Also help with making sure empty glasses are put in the dishwasher and cleaned and any other little messes. There will be about 10 guests. It will be pretty chilled. It’s a very homely environment. I usually have the same Bartender and waiter that have been working for me for the last three years but unfortunately they’re both on holidays so looking for someone to fit in and also feel comfortable them self. This is a celebration for my partner 🏳️🌈 I also have a bar on my balcony. I have all that you need for the night. Dress code, please dress in all black with a tie or bowtie . Start time 3.30pm till 9.30pm My home is in Ascot Vale
Would highly recommend hiring, very professional went above and beyond to make everyone happy
Cocktail waiter for small gathering
$300
Mordialloc VIC, Australia
17th Jul 2025
Looking for cocktail waiter(s) to make and serve cocktails at a small gathering at our house. There will be 20-30 people and I can buy the alcohol in advance. From 2pm to 5pm.
Absolutely amazing 🤩 Linden was the star of our function and all the guests raved about her service and the yummy cocktails. Highly recommend.


