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Eva, was so polite and friendly and well organised. She handled the job with ease and made it so simple for guest to handle.

Host to run coat check for an event

£300

Thank you Hugh, you were a star and really helped us out at our Christmas party. Great communication, friendly and helpful, everyone said how great you were and we wouldn’t hesitate to ask for your help again!

Event staff

£100

Dan is an amazing person! He went out of his way to help me with my task. Great attitude and so hardworking. Highly recommend him to anyone wanting help with a task

Party decorations

£50

She was ok She didn’t understand a lot

Party help with serving food and drinks

£80

Maurice helped us with our kids birthday party and he was great! Meticulous, polite, helpful and punctual

Event helper for child’s birthday

£75

Proactive! Told her the general idea and she did what she was told and more, thank you!

I need 2 chefs for a private event, and also 1 waiter

£80

What's the average cost of professional staff

£60 - £125

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£100

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£125

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Top Staffing related questions

Hiring staff through recruitment 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 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. But whatever that role is, make sure to find someone who has suitable skills and experience. 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 Tasker’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 or require assistance marketing a one-time campaign. You can always hire them again if you need their services in the future! 

You can pay for your staffing service in cash. If you prefer a cashless transaction, Airtasker Pay is also available on our platform. Remember to discuss your preferred payment method with your Tasker and the payment frequency. You can pay them at once if the two of you have a one-time engagement, or you can pay them weekly or monthly for as long as you need their service.

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

Wedding wait staff needed!

£200

Maidstone, Kent

11th Apr 2026

Two waiting staff needed for my wedding to light candles, pour welcome drinks, clear plates and glasses, refill ice buckets etc. The bar is self serve so no serving of drinks needed, just replenishing the bar and keeping everything tidy! Needed from 3:30pm - 7:30pm.

Waitstaff for kids birthday

£160

Wimbledon, Greater London, SW19

10th Apr 2026

Having a birthday party for my 5 year old daughter. Need 1-2 waitstaff for serving kids and their parents. Expected 30 kids.

Balloon arch

£250

Scawsby, South Yorkshire

10th Apr 2026

I would like a Toy Story themed balloon arch & sailboard for my son’s birthday party - please only consider if you can show me previous balloon arches you have done

Need a help handing for birthday decorations

£25

Bexley, Greater London

10th Apr 2026

Need someone to help us with decoration - blowing balloons, setting up the room before the birthday starts. I have all the materials. You will need to reach in Bexley area before 9 am.

Decorate the loft 869 sqt for Hen Party

£150

Hackney, Greater London, E8

9th Apr 2026

We need a decorator for a Hen party on 20th June at 1 pm till 2 pm to create an atmosphere. The references are on the images. The last photo is the loft’s scheme

Waiting on staff to serve afternoon tea and drinks

£300

Hutton, East Riding of Yorkshire

7th Apr 2026

Im looking for waiting on staff for an afternoon tea wedding for a few hours on Saturday 15th August 2026 at Wolds Escape in Driffield, YO25 9AF. I will have prepared the food beforehand so would need it plating onto cake stands and serving at the tables. Id also need them to serve guests tea and coffee, pimms on arrival and prosecco for toasts. Also clearing tables and washing plastic glasses. The tableware is all disposable. There are 2 dishwashers at venue and it has a cookery school kitchen so plenty of space. The afternoon tea will be served outside under gazebos directly outside kitchen.

Que magnent for a 2 day event

£400

St Luke's, Greater London

7th Apr 2026

We are hosting a two day activation. You will be required to be behind a curtain and shake members of the publics had when they ring a bell. You will then hand them a token. you will be projected from the elements and able to sit the whole time. Tuesday19th and Wednesday 20th May. 11am-4pm.

Room Decoration for Birthday

£100

Ratcliff, Greater London

7th Apr 2026

I’m looking for someone to help decorate a room for a birthday celebration. The task will involve setting up decorations such as balloons, banners, and general room styling to create a nice birthday atmosphere. Some decorations will already be provided, but help with arranging and setting everything up is needed.

Bar work for private event

£50

Wormwood Scrubs, Greater London

7th Apr 2026

Private event. Need help with serving drinks

Serve drinks and bbq

£60

Brook Green, Greater London, W6

5th Apr 2026

Help at small bbq event with cocktails and bbq

First birthday baloon board decorater

£70

Leyton, Greater London, E10

4th Apr 2026

So i needed someone who can set up a ballon arch and board for my daughters first birthday

Extra hand to help with decorating a venue for a 60th birthday event.

£30

Warley, Essex

4th Apr 2026

To decorate a venue for a 60th birthday event. All props available and materials available . It will including hanging and assembling props. Max hight 9.8 feet

Decoration

£240

Thurcaston, Leicestershire

4th Apr 2026

All materials supplied, just need a decorator

First birthday decorations prep

£200

Beckenham, Greater London, BR3

31st Mar 2026

Looking for someone creative to make and ideally install colourful but tasteful first birthday decorations (paper chains, hanging shapes, bunting etc.). See inspiration photos. Ideally floral-ish themed soft rainbow tones, not bright plastic. Will pay for all materials (price provided is just for labour). Open to ideas / styling input. Party is 18 April.

On the day help wedding

£170

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1

30th Mar 2026

Need help to decorate ready made decorations for a wedding space. Help with moving tables chairs. Help clear tables after eating. Wash up so the hall gets its crockery clean . Help clean / clear up at the end. Approx 3- -11.30

Help i do all work helping

£15

Sunny Bower, Lancashire

30th Mar 2026

Party helping and catering helping setting

Help to set up and serve a buffet

£300

Effingham Common, Surrey

30th Mar 2026

I need two people to set up and serve a buffet for about 16 people in my garden

Waiting Staff

£100

Tooting, Greater London, SW17

30th Mar 2026

2 Spanish & English waiters needed for baby shower event. Will help serve food/drinks as well as clean up. (3pm - 8pm)

I am looking for some young waiters/waitresses for a Masked Ball party

£50

Chart Corner, Kent

29th Mar 2026

I require 4 young waiters/waitresses to serve canapés and drinks at my Masked Ball Party at my home. The job is for 4hrs for £50

Event staff for small party

£75

Kentish Town, Greater London, NW5

5th Feb 2026

Hours: 4pm to 9pm (£15 p/h if required for more hours you will be paid per hour) We’re looking for a reliable and friendly assistant to support a small private gathering in London. The role involves helping set up the space, serving food and drinks throughout the event, keeping the area tidy, and assisting with clearing and cleanup at the end. Responsibilities Set up glassware, drinks station, and light event décor Welcome guests and offer drinks on arrival Serve wine, beer, soft drinks, and simple mixed drinks Keep the tables and serving area clean and well‑stocked Collect empty cups and maintain general tidiness Assist with clearing food/drink items during and after the event Final cleanup of the event space (surfaces, glasses, rubbish removal)

Very professional, punctual and friendly. She helped with everything we needed assistance with e.g. serving food, cleaning, dispensing drinks, meeting and greeting etc. We would definately request her services again!