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Excellent help! Did everything we needed and more and made our event a complete success!

Wait staff for a small casual drinks event

£60

Everything was perfect

Flat Cleaning

£5

Daisy was great and we really appreciated all her help making our event run smoothly!

Bar staff for a party

£115

Jean helped make sure my party ran smoothly, running the bar, refilling drinks, distributing food and clearing up. She was professional, friendly and helpful, and unphased by the busy house party environment. I wouldn’t hesitate to ask her again next time.

1 x Event assistant for 40th birthday party (private home)

£100

Absolutely amazing service and the photos were beautiful. Fuyuma was very professional.

Take photos at a Naming Ceremony and reception in Arno's Grove.

£150

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

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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

URGENT: Event Decoration Assistant Needed

£50

Kingston Hill, Greater London, KT2

6th Jun 2026

- Removing ceiling decor - Assisting to pack up decor after an event - Assist loading items into a van Time: 8am - 11pm

Looking for 1 wait staff to serve drinks at a North Devon event

£55

Ilfracombe, Devon

5th Jun 2026

Hey! We’re hosting a gathering of 40 people in Ilfracombe, north Devon. Food is already catered for, and I’ll be providing the drinks. I’m looking for 1 person to come help us for the evening, to serve drinks and top up glasses. It’s a smart casual event with a few speeches etc. Thanks! Payment on an hourly rate, ideally there from 5-9pm.

Help with dinnwr

£50

Mayfair, Greater London, W1J

4th Jun 2026

Help with dinner Serving and helping in kitchen

Help bartend my party

£9,999

Harringay, Greater London

4th Jun 2026

Dj Markfield@Nite Party 🥳🎉

Volunteers for community dog event!

£15

Bermondsey, Greater London, SE1

4th Jun 2026

We are having a pride community and dog event and looking for dog friendly people to assist with general activities during event

House waitering support

£70

Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire

4th Jun 2026

Support Brief – Child’s Birthday Party Date: 7th June Time: 12:00pm – 5:00pm Location: Gerrards Cross (full address to be provided upon confirmation) Role Overview: We’re looking for a friendly, proactive individual to support during our child’s birthday party. The role will mainly involve light cleaning duties throughout and at the end of the event. Key Tasks: • Clearing plates, cups, and general rubbish throughout • Light kitchen support (helping load/unload dishwasher or wash up as needed) • Wiping down surfaces and general tidying as the party progresses • Helping reset the space post-party (sweeping, binning rubbish, light reorganisation) Requirements: • Positive, can-do attitude • Comfortable working around children and families • Previous experience in similar roles a bonus Please confirm availability ASAP. Thank you!

Event decorator

£60

Fitzrovia, Greater London, W1T

4th Jun 2026

I have a room that needs decorating for my civil ceremony lunch one hour before the lunch. I have all the decor and it is purely a case of putting things in place and arranging. I have inspiration but I trust you to also have a good eye. It is a very small room and should take half an hour max. I need to hand you the things at 10.30 am and then you should be able to access the venue at 11am and leave it all ready and set up for us. The event starts at 12 so the entire thing should take 1.5 hours Max.

I need a balloon party arch assembled

£60

Becontree Heath, Greater London, RM8

3rd Jun 2026

Ordered a ballon party arch for a baby shower. Struggling to follow the instructions to build it and need help

Clean up inside a marquee after a wedding reception ready for brunch

£150

Bletchingdon, Oxfordshire

3rd Jun 2026

Clean up the inside of a marquee next to the church at Tackley, Oxon, after a wedding reception the night before (about 100 people attending). Must be complete by 9.00 am ready for commencement of preparation for breakfast. Crockery, glasses and food from the wedding reception the night before will have already been taken away by the caterers. Work will involve cleaning down tables and chairs and straightening them up, clearing the floor as necessary, cleaning the food service areas and taking away any rubbish. Estimated at about 2 hours for two people. Payment in cash if required.

Coffee Barista for morning event on 5th June only

£120

Hampstead, Greater London, NW3

2nd Jun 2026

Looking for an experienced barista for a private event in NW3 on Friday 5th June 9-11am. Only experienced baristas need apply. Please explain your experience if making an offer.

Washing up dishes from a festival

£40

North Ascot, Berkshire, SL5

1st Jun 2026

Cleaning and washing up Cookery dishes from a food truck after a festival! Shouldn’t take longer than an hour

James was very punctual, tackled the task with a smile and determination would reccomend to anyone !!

Bartender

£100

Barnsbury, Greater London, N1

1st Jun 2026

We will be hosting a party with about 50 guests. This tasked will be required to do bartending, light food service, clean up. The event will be from 3pm and last approximately 5 hours. Arrival at 130pm. Queer taskers preferred.

Wall decoration with balloons lights written happy 1st anniversary

£20

West Green, West Sussex

31st May 2026

Decor a wall of 7 feet with anniversary theme of red colours balloons with light and write happy 1st anniversary

Put up my party decorations

£30

Chigwell, Essex

30th May 2026

I hsve decorations - background and balloons. Need someone to set it up

Barista sage water just drips out no pressure

£100

London Colney, Hertfordshire

30th May 2026

The water just drips so maybe pump blocked

Help out in an event and be at the bar

£90

Islington, Greater London, N1

29th May 2026

EVENT ASSISTANT / BAR SUPPORT — IDEAS ON ICE We’re looking for a friendly, proactive and reliable person to help with our upcoming talk series Ideas on Ice. This is a casual event support role ideal for someone with hospitality, events or arts experience. Date: June 10th, 2026 Location: The Arc Collective, N1 7DF Hours: 4 PM to 10 PM Rate: £15 / hour Responsibilities Helping set up the venue before guests arrive Carrying boxes, drinks and event materials Assisting with general event logistics and organisation Serving beer, wine and Aperol spritz behind the bar during the event Assisting with pack-down after the event We’re looking for someone who is: Friendly and approachable Comfortable speaking to guests Physically able to lift and move boxes/crates Reliable and punctual Calm in fast-paced environments Ideally has basic bar or hospitality experience The atmosphere is creative, relaxed and community-oriented.

Mixologist/ bartender for 50th birthday. Drinks provided by uss

£160

Oakwood, Greater London

28th May 2026

We are throwing my mum a 50th birthday party at our house and would like an experienced mixologist/ bartender to be in our kitchen bar making cocktails and any drinks that guests request. If you have any particular presentation skills to impress guests even better! We will provide everything you need including the drinks but if you want to bring your own equipment feel free. Let me know if you have any questions!

Shop decoration, shelving and WC tiling

£50

Nuneaton, Warwickshire

28th May 2026

I want decorations, shelving and WC floor tiling.

Make and serve cocktails at a gala night

£500

Hoxton, Greater London

28th May 2026

- Gala night for end of year salsa school party - Make and serve 2 branded cocktails: spicy margarita, lychee martini - We can buy the table and furniture depending on the cost of you bringing it. - We can also buy the cocktail ingredients depending on the cost of you bringing it. - Expecting around 60-70 people - Job to run between 8pm and 12am

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!