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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

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

Event helper for child’s birthday

£75

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

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

What's the average cost of professional staff

£60 - £125

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£60

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£100

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£125

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Why book staffing services through Airtasker?

Airtasker makes it easy to book staffing services near you. Our platform takes away the guesswork out of hiring part-time workers for your needs. Forget about advertising, recruiting, interviewing, and sorting through piles of applications!

When your barista calls in sick, and you’re already short-staffed, or you’re having a dinner party for your new boss and don’t want to spend the night running back and forth to the kitchen, it’s important to have temporary staffing at short notice. You need those who can apply their professional skills and experience and hit the ground running!

Get fast access to highly skilled and rated staff to help with short-term tasks on Airtasker! Once your post is up, staffing professionals will reach out to you and offer you their services. Take a look at their profiles, ratings, and reviews to see which one is the perfect fit for you before getting the ball rolling!

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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

Venue cleaning

£200

Shenley, Hertfordshire

9th May 2026

Hosting a wedding need a team to clear the tables and sweep the floor by midnight

Bartender for a house party

£100

Tavern Quay, Greater London

8th May 2026

Need a bartender for a house warming party that I'm throwing. There will be about 20 people. I'll buy all the alcohol and other bits based on what cocktails the bartender knows how to make.

I'm looking for event staff to help with my son's birthday party

£60

Shortlands, Greater London

8th May 2026

I'm looking for an event helper to help with my son’s 6th birthday party on 17th May, from 2:30 to 5:30. We expect 50 guests, including 30 children (mostly 4-6), and require one helper to assist with food service and clean-up throughout & after the event.

Party decorations

£80

Ponders End, Greater London

8th May 2026

I need someone to do party decorations for my son’s 6th birthday (have to source decorations yourself)

Balloons birthday stand setup

£50

Stoke Newington, Greater London, N16

7th May 2026

Fast and furious balloon birthday stand setup, balloons and blow up will be provided. We would like it pretty much the same as picture

Cleaning up after our wedding

£200

Andersfield, Somerset

6th May 2026

We need staff to clean up after a wedding party on a campsite!

Party prep, set up, food assembly and cooking

£150

Shadwell, Greater London

5th May 2026

Set up, lay out buffet, platter assembly and light cooking for a party.

Welcome Guest at Apartment (Mayfair) + Small Errand

£70

Mayfair, Greater London, W1J

4th May 2026

We’re looking for a reliable and professional person for a one-off task this evening in Mayfair, London (W1J 5). Task: Welcome a guest (senior professional) upon arrival at the apartment Assist her with access (key box system on site) Provide a warm and reassuring welcome after her flight Details: 📍 Location: Mayfair, London W1J 5 🕘 Time: حوالي 9:00pm (flight lands at Heathrow at 8:20pm) 📄 Bring printed documents (will be provided in advance) 🔌 Purchase and bring 2 EU → UK plug adapters (cost reimbursed) Ideal person: Punctual, reliable, and professional Friendly and presentable Comfortable assisting someone arriving from abroad

Carer Needed

£15

Abington, Northamptonshire

4th May 2026

Carer required to assist with basic household tasks and caring arrangements, occasional overnight stays may be required.

Wedding help

£170

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1

1st May 2026

HI, I'm rewriting this as I'm new to airtasker and my previous description wasn't great. We haven't got all our timings yet but it will be approx 3pm - 11.30pm. We need help with our DIY wedding going well. so general hospitality type tasks, being friendly, helping if you notice something /someone needs help, help with food, drinks, tables, decoration, tidying up, rubbish, washing up (there's also a dishwasher) clearing glasses as and when etc you will get fed too of course. It's a small wedding and very DIY but hopefully with your help it will be relaxed / smooth and be a nice day for you too. if possible a person who is a bit flexible and experienced. We posted before and got great offers but I felt I hadn't put enough info as I've not done this before and didn't really understand how it works so its a clearer repost. Please feel free to offer again if interested. thank you

I think my sage Barista is badly scaled

£200

Chertsey, Surrey

30th Apr 2026

I believe it is badly scaled

Waiters for house party

£100

Peckham, Greater London, SE15

29th Apr 2026

Looking for 1 or 2 people at a private house party to help serve some prepared food and drinks, clean up along the way etc

Balloons and light decorating for birthday

£50

Chadwell Heath, Greater London

29th Apr 2026

I need someone to decorate the garden and the living room. You will have to set up an arch and balloons which I have bought from Amazon. This is for a birthday

Event furniture

£150

Bermondsey, Greater London, SE1

29th Apr 2026

Charity pride and dog event

Workshop assistant in Hammersmith, 8:30am - 12pm

£60

Brook Green, Greater London, W6

27th Apr 2026

Assistant required for an AI design workshop in Hammersmith. I will conduct a workshop for 12 adult learners - see link below for event details. Responsibilities include: * Greet guests and walk them to the meeting room * Help plug laptops in to sockets, and connect to WiFi * Take videos and photos using the supplied camera https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learn-ai-and-design-apps-hands-on-ai-workshop-in-hammersmith-tickets-1986985459999

Waiting staff hire for a party

£80

Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8

27th Apr 2026

I am hosting a kids birthday party for my daughter. There will probably be around 50 guests so would like some help to serve food and drinks. If I can't get a caterer in I will probably order takeaway and prepare the food myself. Would need someone who can help with reheating food and playing it up. Thanks!

Help move wedding decorations and alcohol

£50

Nunhead, Greater London

27th Apr 2026

Help moving wedding decorations and alcohol from a residential address in Nunhead to Peckham Rye station at 10:45am Friday 8th May

Waiter needed

£50

Fullwell Cross, Greater London

26th Apr 2026

Need someone to just help me with a birthday party

Help at birthday party at venue 31st may

£60

Fairlop, Greater London

26th Apr 2026

Having an indoor and outdoor event it’s a barbecue so need help serving everyone even though it’s all buffet service but just help

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!