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Waiter for small dinner

$75

:) great stuff

Need a cocktail bartender for engagement party

$5

Awesome work and great attitude

Dishwashing after dinner function

$100

Carlos is the man for the job! Highly recommend

Professional Cocktail Maker/Mixologist

$150

Kelly was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend! 🤩

Someone to make cocktails

$200

Andrea was really lovely and pleasant woman to have her to help out at the large gathering and lots of food handling. She did everything she could to keep things clean and serve the guests. I will definitely call her again. Thank you Andrea for massive job so I can relax!

Female helper for dinner party!

$160

What's the average cost of a caterer

$150 - $335

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$150

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$230

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$335

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Best rated breakfast caterers near me

Recent Breakfast Catering reviews

Words cannot describe the exquisite photography Ken delivered and his professionalism from start to beginning. I highly recommend him

Photography of Bed'n Breakfast -Phillip Island

$500

Chelsea was a delight to work with. No full, wonderfully professional and fully met our brief

Breakfast event photographer 8:30 - 9:30am

$200

Geoff was amazing! Geoff came to our house to cook a small family breakfast for my wife’s birthday. His cooking and service were amazing and it will go down as one of the best birthdays we’ve celebrated. Thank you Geoff so much for your delicious food and incredible service.

Chef to cook breakfast for family

$200

Stanley cooked a special breakfast for our daughters 14th Birthday. What a truly amazing event. Menu catered to my daughters special requests. Food was just exceptional and unbelievably delicious. But SO MUCH food Stanley!! I would recommend Stanley without hesitation and we will be having you back sometime. Thank you for everything - including a wonderful rendition of Happy Birthday.

Cook breakfast for Daughters 14th Birthday

$200

Very reliable, very professional. Thank you again

Waiter for breakfast shifts

$385

Parashar was perfect to deal with. Arranged the night before, punctual and photos turned around so fast.

Breakfast event photographer 9:20-10:20am tomorrow

$200

What's the average cost of a breakfast caterer

$197 - $386

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$197

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$245

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$386

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Average reviews for Breakfast Catering Services

based on 14 reviews

5

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Best rated brunch caterers near me

Recent Brunch Catering reviews

Beautiful food, great service thank you!

Chef / catering for a Boxing Day brunch

$795

Amazing food (all gluten free!), well thought out menu, friendly and professional!

Private chef to cook brunch for 4

$400

Nada exceeded our expectations. She communicated well, was very professional and easy to work with. I would highly recommend her to others!

Photography for post wedding brunch

$400

The best!! Can’t wait wait to use Stanley again

Looking for an experienced bartender for a brunch at home (approx 20)

$200

Prompt and reliable service. Great tasting, freshly made and clean food. Honest and nice, down to earth people.

Cater Brunch / High Tea for a family of 10

$5

Rod did a wonderful job bartending our brunch. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire him again.

Help bartend my brunch

$200

What's the average cost of a brunch caterer

$250 - $500

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$250

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$440

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$500

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Average reviews for Brunch Catering Services

based on 6 reviews

5

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Best rated lunch catering experts near me

Recent Lunch Catering reviews

Very good service and the food was delicious

Catering for a birthday lunch

$350

Nina is fantastic - everyone took her number after the dinner party for their own events. She is very friendly, warm, professional, enthusiastic and speedy with an eye for detail. We arranged for Nina to work a couple of extra hours as it was a big task hosting 14 people for dinner - we were lucky that she was flexible to do this. Nina took control in the kitchen, allowing me to enjoy the afternoon/evening with our guests. She helped me with, or more accurately she did most of the the set-up, preparation, cooking, serving, clearing and washing up, plus the rest. She is a great cook and presents the food beautifully. Her crispy roast potatoes and creamed leeks were a hit! Nina is an absolute superstar, we will definitely be engaging her again and referring her details on - we all need a Nina in our lives!! Thanks so much for all of your help and your bright and bubbly personality.

Waiter for lunch/dinner party Sunday 23rd

$120

Amazing support - Hannah is lovely and does an excellent job can’t recommend enough

Serve drinks and food for lunch party

$200

Cal was a wonderful help with our small lunch of 7 people. She helped serve canapés and drinks, prep main meals and clean up. She had a friendly, courteous manner and was a delight to be around. Highly recommended!

Waiter / server for lunch

$75

Wonderful! On time. Presentable and extremely helpful.

Party Attendant/ Helper - FREE LUNCH

$115

Jess was great! Thank you for all your help!

Waiter for a birthday lunch

$100

What's the average cost of a lunch catering expert

$140 - $300

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$140

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$200

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$300

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Average reviews for Lunch Catering Services

based on 121 reviews

4.91

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Best rated dinner catering experts near me

Recent Dinner Catering reviews

Absolutely fantastic. They were quick, thorough and very professional. Highly recommended.

Help with dishes during dinner party

$100

Christine is fabulous! Such a lovely person and carried out the task efficiently. I would highly recommend her to help you out.

Dinner Party Help

$125

Outstanding. So happy with her work

Waitress for dinner party

$120

Lovely lady. Made my life so much easier! Thank you so much 😊

Kitchen Help for Family Dinner Party

$100

Excellent turned up on time and was very helpful

Wash dishes for a dinner

$120

Hemanth did a great job! He worked really hard and is a lovely guy. Would absolutely recommend him. Thanks!

Help at family dinner

$30

What's the average cost of a dinner catering expert

$124 - $290

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$124

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$180

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$290

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Average reviews for Dinner Catering Services

based on 307 reviews

4.91

290
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Best rated corporate caterers near me

Recent Corporate Catering reviews

Masa was absolutely amazing! Very nice guy and the pictures he took was really good. He came 20 mins earlier and stayed a little bit more. Very professional. He had all his gears with him. Highly recommended.

Professional Corporate Photographer Needed

$800

Great service and will certainly use again!

Corporate marketing photos

$50

Joep was a photographer at our corporate event. He was extremely professional and needed little instruction to capture the night perfectly. Joep provided full resolution digital photographs promptly after the event. I would have no hesitation in recommending Joep and will be using him in the future.

I need corporate photographers

$300

Rod did a great job for our office event! He was proactive, knew exactly what to do, and designed a delicious cocktail for us. Would definitely recommend!

Bartender for an office event

$100

Excellent skills! highly recommend

I need corporate photographers

$100

Tammy is a fantastic photographer. She did our corporate photoshoot. The photos turned out great and everyone had lots of fun during the photoshoot. I highly recommend Tammy and will definitely work with her again.

Corporate photography

$1,500

What's the average cost of a corporate caterer

$150 - $400

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$150

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$250

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$400

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Average reviews for Corporate Catering Services

based on 395 reviews

4.94

378
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Best rated Christmas caterers near me

Recent Christmas Catering reviews

Absolutely awesome. Felt comfortable in what was suppose to be an awkward situation. Thank you so much!

Stupid Christmas photos

$100

Peter arrived ahead of time, was organised and polite. He did an awesome job djing our Christmas Party.

DJ for Christmas Party - Brand Exposure Opportunity

$400

Andrew was an amazing photographer! Worked well with my kids and was friendly and accommodating! Thank you for your patience… much appreciated!

20min photography session for Christmas card

$80

Amazing work! Very professional and the photos and video are stunning!

Corporate Christmas Party Photos

$700

Steven was the photographer for our work Christmas Party and it couldn't have gone better! The photos turned out perfect :)

Christmas Event Photography

$175

Very pleased with the result. Don was great to work with and quick to get our photos to us.

Photographer for Work Christmas Party

$150

What's the average cost of a Christmas caterer

$173 - $352

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$173

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$250

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$352

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Average reviews for Christmas Catering Services

based on 229 reviews

4.97

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Why book a catering service through Airtasker?

It’s shocking to know how many hours and how much energy goes into preparing a delicious meal, especially for a big group of people. Don’t worry, though! Airtasker can connect you to professional catering companies in just a few taps. There’s no need to ask for recommendations or send messages to caterers for quotations.

Finding food catering near you starts with putting up a task. What kind of catering services do you need? Is it for a wedding, a corporate event, or a simple gathering in your house? Make sure to include details like locations, dietary requirements, number of pax, and budget.

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Food catering prices can start as low as $10 and go as high as $180 per head. The cost of catering depends on the type of event, the kind of food, and the number of people. 

This depends on the menu your selected Tasker offers. You can make your choice of cuisine, like French, Italian, or Japanese. Alternatively, simply choose between breakfast catering, lunch catering, brunch catering or dinner catering. You can even get appetizer catering for a cocktail party. Ultimately, it depends on the type of event.

Taskers offering event catering services already have the equipment needed to prepare the meals you ordered. They may also already have a system for buying and preparing the raw ingredients for the food they need to serve. However, if your preferred menu has a specific ingredient, you can tell your Tasker to include it too!

Ideally, you would have booked a month before the event. For peak months like June for weddings and November to December for holidays, it may be best to book earlier, up to three to six months ahead. Some couples book a caterer a full year in advance if that caterer is quite popular in the area. For smaller events, give the caterer at least two to three days lead time.

Yes. When you hire mobile catering, much work is removed from your list. This includes cleaning up the cookware, the kitchen used, and even the dishes. However, the event venue or your home isn’t included in the cleanup. If you need a pre-or post-event cleaning service, you can also find a Tasker for that!

This depends on the caterer and the size of the event. Hosts of smaller gatherings prefer a buffet for the guests to freely get their food, while more formal or bigger events require wait staff to serve the plated meals. If you need a wait staff with your catering service, make sure to check the inclusions in the offer sent to you and clarify.

Airtasker offers an easy payment system with our Airtasker Pay. This secure payment feature allows you to pay for all your needs with your credit or debit card connected to your Airtasker account. Once you accept an offer, we charge the fee to your card. However, we only release the payment to your Tasker after completing the task. It’s cashless, contactless, and hassle-free!

Yes. Peak seasons may require an additional helping hand for your business. Try working with a Tasker instead of worrying about staffing and going through dozens of applications. This allows you to easily manage your costs during the busy months and lower them back when bookings start to slow down.

What do catering services include?

Professional chefs often say that the secret to a delicious meal is time, but we understand that not everyone has hours to spend in the kitchen. All that chopping, boiling, baking, and cleaning can eat up a big chunk of your schedule. Let Airtasker connect you with catering services near you so that you can get more done.

Whether you need only need cooked food delivered to your home or a full setup for corporate events, there’s a Tasker who can do it for you. Get free quotes from local catering near you when you put up a task on the platform. This makes transporting food and equipment easier and faster. Plus, a local Tasker would know the fresh ingredients available and the popular recipes in your location. Here are some types of catering that you may want to book via Airtasker:

Event catering

Special occasions, grand or intimate, always require good food. From birthday parties to weddings, turn it into a feast on a special day with the help of an experienced caterer. Airtasker also allows you to find catering packages within your budget. Make sure to indicate it right away so that Taskers also know how much you’re willing to pay and if they can accommodate that rate. This way, you can shorten the process of going through offers that do not match.

After you’ve found the right caterer, you can start searching for other suppliers you need for the event, like singers, bands, performers, and even magicians. You don’t even have to leave the site!

Appetizer catering

Let’s face it. Party guests will never forget how good or bad the food is at any cocktail party. Good food equals a good time. It’s crucial to have a great spread of finger foods and delicious appetizers made from the best ingredients. Because food can make or break any party. Hors d’oeuvres catering near you can help make your event a success. 

Dessert catering

Speaking of special events or a special day, another type of catering that has become more popular over time is dessert catering. This can complement your menu or serve as a stand-alone spread for smaller and shorter programs like bridal showers, kiddie parties, or after-office activities. Airtasker is a great place to find a baker who can create a banquet of sweets, pastries, and fruits for you. You can even request a chocolate fountain for a centerpiece!

Food truck catering

Food trucks have become trendier over the last few years because of the variety in taste and the convenience of hiring them for big venues. You can hire food truck catering near you for concerts, school fairs, informal corporate events, or even weddings. They create a relaxed and casual vibe where guests can have a good time and choose which food tickles their taste buds. It can be a trip worldwide through different cuisines, with tacos in one truck and pizza cones in another.

These are just a few of the catering services that you can find on Airtasker. Be as detailed as you want when you put up a task and watch Taskers send you offers!

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Wanneroo WA, Australia

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Hi there, Need someone to assist caterer for the night. Tasks will include: 7pm - arrival 7-7:30 - put out plates / cutlery 7:30 - 9:30 - chill time with caterer 9:30pm - late dinner - guests will take their own food from Bain Marie’s 10:30 - clear plates, put thru commercial dishwasher (super easy) assist caterer in packing up. 11pm finish

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Catering for a private party

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Baulkham Hills NSW, Australia

24th Feb 2025

200 lamb skewers to be cooked and delivered hot at 6.30pm on the night. Need 4-5 seasoned pcs of lamb per stick

Help going to vfs sydney office to track passport status

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Bartender to serve simple drinks & cocktails. Private function at home

$200

Avalon Beach NSW 2107, Australia

23rd Feb 2025

Bartender/Mixologist for Private Event Location: House in Avalon Beach, Sydney, NSW Date: Saturday 15th March Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (3 hours). Guests arrive 1pm Guests: Approx. 48 Alcohol Provided by Host Glassware Provided Looking for a skilled bartender/mixologist to serve simple cocktails, beer, wine, and other beverages at a private event. You must bring all necessary bartending equipment (shaker, strainer, bar tools, etc.) and handle setup and service professionally. Requirements: • Experience in bartending/mixology • Ability to serve cocktails, beer, and wine efficiently • Provide all necessary bartending equipment • Friendly and professional! If available and interested, please reach out with your experience and details!

In need of a helping hand to wash dishes in between family dinner

$20

Auburn, New South Wales

23rd Feb 2025

looking for a helping hand to help me wash dishes in between cooking dinner must be female you will get to have breaks in between as it’s just cooking for my family also have dinner with us looking for help for one month from 6:30-8 $20 a hour

Cooking and serving food and drink at BBQ

$700

Eaglemont VIC, Australia

22nd Feb 2025

BBQ Cook sausages, marinated meats, steak, and presenting food including desserts and salads for up to 60 guests to serve themselves. Assisting with drinks and maintaining food topped up Cook and 2 waiters required for 3 to 4 hours. All food organised and provided by hosts.

Put bbq and stand together

$100

Dee Why NSW, Australia

13th Feb 2025

Put together a new Ziggy classic triple grill and stand . Sunday approx 4 pm

Friendly guy and was on time

Corporate headshot photography

$150

East Perth WA, Australia

13th Feb 2025

Professional headshot required for website and linkedin profile, shoot required for 14th Feb 25 with return of photos ideally in 24 hours - little to no touch ups required.

Would highly recommend Ally - real ease to deal with. Great turnaround time.

Photograph a small office for Rental Add

$80

Camberwell VIC, Australia

10th Feb 2025

Small office suite needs photographing to upload photos to rental add. Require a photo of - hallway entrance, bathroom, kitchenette, 2 offices, external building entrance view and area outside office. Must be experienced in real estate photography.

Great experience. Good communication, punctual, efficient & professional. Very happy.

Bartender to make cocktails at a party

$200

Harrington Park NSW, Australia

23rd Jan 2025

We are hosting a party for 50 adults at our place on the 15/2/25 from 6.30pm. We will be providing all alcohol and mixers as required for the cocktails but we need a skilled bartender with a RSA to make them onsite from 7pm - 10pm. $50p/h

He is very good. But

Boat party catering

$400

Pyrmont NSW, Australia

18th Jan 2025

I’m having a boat party and need someone to help with food to comply with standards for NSW BYO. Doesn’t need to be anything particularly special. Food for 40 people. Wraps / platters or pizzas. Open to ideas and budget can be discussed

Geoff was very good to deal with, easy communication and provided the food at the spot for my party with ease!

Helper to help me bbq , serve food and help clean up .

$100

Randwick NSW, Australia

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Help me bbq food , serve , clean up . Duration : 5pm -7pm It’s for a small family bbq

Gilda was AMAZING . Punctual , friendly efficient and professional. 5 Stars !!

Bar tender who makes cocktails

$150

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

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Preparing and serving cocktails, beer and wine for approx people - house warming party for approx 3 hours. Experience required.

Caitlin rise to the occasion when I’d forgotten items on the shopping list and performed professionally keeping our guests very happy!

8.5hrs labour, Christmas bump out Charlestown.

$680

Charlestown NSW, Australia

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8.5hrs labour with removing Christmas decorations, Charlestown square. 2nd/3rd Jan 2024 - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JGWA5E5XF8667KQM1ZPZCPSK

Jay helped with the bump out of a job that he helped install earlier in December. Jay has been amazing to deal with! Helpful, prompt, diligent, well presented, caring and with a good use of his intuition. Able to work as part of a team as well as independently. Would book again (as I have)

Bartender / drinks waiter for dinner event tonight

$180

Berrilee NSW, Australia

3rd Jan 2025

You will need your own transport as public transport is very limited here. Suburb is Berrilee NSW. We’re having a farewell dinner for a staff member of 25 years moving interstate. The dinner is catered and will be for 24 adults and about 3 kids. Looking for someone to serve drinks (we would supply them) and offer them around the room, refill glasses etc. help clean up, move dishes in between courses etc. I will have pre-made some cocktails in batches hut they would need to be shaken with ice to chill down and also to add some theatre. Otherwise there will the typical beer, wine and soft drinks and water too. Keep people’s drinks full, check in if they want something else, possibly assist the chefs carrying any food plates through if needed. People will arrive from around 6 Pm so you would need to arrive prior and while the start would be the busiest and slow down as the dinner goes on. Some helping out with tidying up between courses, collecting and stacking plates (not necessarily cleaning them) involved. I think it would be safe to put an end time of 10:00. So basically from around 5:30 - 10:00pm. Proposing $40 per hour. Open to offers

Penny was an absolute joy to have at our event and meant we could really sit back and relax knowing she had everything covered! Would most definitely recommend and would hire again in an instant

Cocktail maker/Bar person to help NYE in St Kilda

$50

St Kilda VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2024

Make cocktails - margs and old fashions Clear glasses Help clean up $50 per hour

Tan was amazing for our NYE party, very organised and made great cocktails. He was very professional and fun to deal with and helped clean up. Highly recommend. Would use again. Thanks Tan.

Help at dinner party for 4hrs New Years EVE

$350

Darling Point NSW, Australia

27th Dec 2024

Set up drinks , pour drinks , help with food and clear Small dinner party 12 people

Borja arrived on time and was delightful . Hard worker and fitted in so well with guests Nothing was too much to ask Will empty again 🙏

Waitstaff to serve lunch and clean up kitchen (event at home)

$150

Rye VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2024

1-6pm Saturday 11th January Hens party lunch and drinks service Rye, Victoria Support and guidance will be provided on the day :)

Melissa was great to work with serving food and drinks at our event. Would recommend.