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Recent Catering reviews in Melbourne

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

Help at family dinner

$30

Fantastic. Fabian's can do attitude and professionalism meant I got to get on with other preparation for the dinner party.

Dinner party preparation

$90

Sherin arrived promptly and did everything that was asked of her to a high degree. The BBQ food was cooked very well and my request for medium rare steak was delicious. When things were quiet Sherin asked and suggested other ways to help out. Got the job done, very happy, thanks Sherin!

I need BBQ catering & help

$300

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

Help with dishes during dinner party

$100

Amazing, such good energy

Cocktail Hour 🍸

$50

The catering provided by Sherin well and truly exceeded my expectations. Myself and all of my guests were very impressed. I would not hesitate to contact Sherin again next time I have an event and will also be recommending her to my friends.

I need catering services

$300

What's the average cost of a caterer in Melbourne

$140 - $350

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$140

median

$200

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$350

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Average reviews for Catering Services in Melbourne

based on 243 reviews

4.89

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Recent Lunch Catering reviews in Melbourne

Vee was amazing she was attentive, experienced and made our day much more relaxed than usual by helping at our Christmas party.

Waiter or waitress for Christmas lunch at private residence

$350

Maria was excellent help serving at my birthday party!

Server (1) for small birthday lunch - 3 hrs - Noon to 3pm

$150

Juliana was professional, highly capable, well presented, and can easily “read the room”. She would enhance any function, formal or casual, with her charming and confident nature. I will definitely be asking her back for our next function, and can highly recommend her.

Help with a lunch for 20 guests

$300

Very good, would recommend and definitely use again!

Wash dishes - home lunch Help serve and clear from table

$90

Andrea truly is a fairy godmother as her reviews have already mentioned. I was able to truly enjoy the function as she looked after my guests and I so well. Definitely hire her again!

One wait staff required for a private lunch party at home

$300

Amy was an excellent bartender at my birthday party. Efficient and witty she helped give the experience a great vibe.

Bar staff (1) for small lunchtime party - 3 hrs - Noon to 3pm

$150

What's the average cost of a lunch catering expert in Melbourne

$130 - $337

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$130

median

$145

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$337

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Average reviews for Lunch Catering Services in Melbourne

based on 8 reviews

4.38

6
1
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1

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Recent Dinner Catering reviews in Melbourne

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

Help at family dinner

$30

Natalia was wonderful to work with. She did an excellent job washing and drying our dishes and was happy to help with anything I asked

Dishwashing for dinner party

$100

Great work

Waiter for private dinner

$125

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

Help with dishes during dinner party

$100

Fantastic. Fabian's can do attitude and professionalism meant I got to get on with other preparation for the dinner party.

Dinner party preparation

$90

Juliana was a delight to work with. She was on time, thorough and professional. Highly recommended for any functions!

Help with washing dishes at dinner party

$75

What's the average cost of a dinner catering expert in Melbourne

$130 - $245

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$130

median

$160

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$245

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Average reviews for Dinner Catering Services in Melbourne

based on 34 reviews

4.94

32
2
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0

Best rated corporate caterers near me

Recent Corporate Catering reviews in Melbourne

Michael is exceptional at his work. He is responsive and open to feedback. Our team had a great experience working with him.

I need corporate photographers

$750

A true professional - TP was a great photographer that listened to the brief and nailed it. He was incredibly flexible around COVID lockdowns and all that entailed. Everyone in the firm enjoyed working with him and we have great shots.

Corporate Photography

$800

Very reliable and good work!

Videographer for an hour for corporate interview

$200

Emma was very pleasant to work with and put me at ease during the photo shoot. She was a great communicator and worked hard to make sure I was happy with the result.

Experienced photographer for corporate headshots

$400

Emma was a dream to work with! She is professional, talented and worked to get our photos to us quickly. Thank you Emma, we'd definitely recommend you to anyone and would love to use you again in the future.

Office Launch Photographer

$250

Phoebe completed some short videos, as well as head shots for our business. Her team was great to work with, very responsive and the end product was of a high quality.

Videographer - Corporate Promo Material

$500

What's the average cost of a corporate caterer in Melbourne

$149 - $400

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$149

median

$250

high

$400

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Average reviews for Corporate Catering Services in Melbourne

based on 89 reviews

4.88

82
4
2
1
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Best rated Christmas caterers near me

Recent Christmas Catering reviews in Melbourne

Thanks so much! Really professional service

Photographer for Christmas Party

$200

Very professional and talented. Thanks so much!

Photography- Christmas family portrait at home

$5

Rebecca was an amazing support to our event and super helpful and efficient

Setting Up Corporate Christmas Market

$140

Verad did a great job making sure our Christmas Party went smoothly. She was proactive in helping out and her drinks were delicious :) We will definitely use her again for any functions we have!

Bartender for Work Christmas Party

$240

Very helpful at our family business Christmas party! Would recommend:)

Bar staff + BBQ help @ Private Home Christmas pty!

$150

Amy did our work Christmas party photos - some group shots, candids and posed photos. She was so easy to work with and did an amazing job. Would definitely recommend and hire again!

Photography (Christmas work party)

$150

What's the average cost of a Christmas caterer in Melbourne

$165 - $291

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$165

median

$230

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$291

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Average reviews for Christmas Catering Services in Melbourne

based on 36 reviews

4.92

34
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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.

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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!

Recent Catering tasks in Melbourne

Professional corporate photos

$150

Batman's Hill VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Looking for professional head/body photo shots for my new website,

Wait Staff with RSA for Corporate Event

$35

Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia

14th Feb 2025

Job Title: 2 x Wait Staff with RSA for Corporate Networking Event 📍 Location: Cremorne Digital Hub, Melbourne 📅 Date: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM (3.5 hours) 💰 Pay: $35 per hour Job Description: We are looking for two professional and reliable wait staff with a valid RSA to assist with food and beverage service at a corporate networking event. Responsibilities: Serving beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks Managing and maintaining the canapé/platter table (restocking, tidying, ensuring presentation) Keeping the event space tidy (clearing empty glasses/plates) Assisting with basic event setup and pack down as needed Providing friendly and professional service to guests Requirements: ✔ Valid Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate ✔ Prior hospitality or event experience preferred ✔ Professional, well-presented, and punctual ✔ All black attire is required (black shirt, pants, and shoes) ✔ Friendly and proactive approach to service If you’re available and interested, please reply with your experience, RSA certification details, and any relevant references. Looking forward to working with you!

I need a videographer for a corporate event

$500

Albert Park VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2025

The type of shots we need are: • Atmosphere of the suite • Branding & placements • F&B served • Candid moments of guests • Special guests in attendance • Venue Before Guests arrive and packed with guests Video: • Dimensions 1x1 square, 16:9 ratio Horizontal and 9:16 ratio Vertical • Mp4 file in considerable file size • 15s edit & 60s edit in both Horizontal and Vertical format • Music similar to what we have used in that past (examples will be provided) • RAW files to be included

Photographer for corporate event

$300

Docklands VIC, Australia

5th Feb 2025

We need a cost effective photographer to take some pictures of a networking event to distribute in post-event comms. Do not require editing. Event is 530 to 830pm. Will require the photos back by midday on Friday.

Did an awesome job taking pics for corporate event. Barely noticed he was there and the photos were awesome. Edited and sent within hours after the event. 5 stars

2 x bar and catering staff for a party in a house

$480

Northcote VIC, Australia

2nd Feb 2025

We need 2 experienced hospo people to serve drinks and food and do some food prep (putting things in an out of an oven) for a party with about 100 guests in a house. 4.30pm - 10.30pm

We hired these guys to run the bar and kitchen for our 120 person house party they did an amazing job. Super fun and did everything we needed them to do and 10x more. Very glad we hired them. Would give more stars if that were possible. Thanks!!!

Photographer for Business Brunch Event

$600

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

1st Feb 2025

I am looking for a professional, experienced photographer to capture a small corporate brunch in the Melbourne CBD. The job will run from 10 am to 1pm. The date is Wednesday, February 26 . 40 guests. Looking for photos of the event set up, speaker profile/ corporate team photos , candid guest shots throughout the presentation and also an area set up for the guests to get a professional (but fun) headshot done. Will need a photographer to have a green screen/ suitable backdrop and lighting. Will need the photos to be edited and touched up and at least 20 shots made available same day for social media posting with remaining photos available within 24 hours of the event.

Videographer for Corporate Lunch Event

$800

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

1st Feb 2025

I am looking for a videographer to capture a small corporate brunch in the CBD. The job will run from 10 am to 1:30 pm. The footage will be used for social media marketing and also needing to capture a speakers,reel/ highlights for a media kit. The date is Wednesday, February 26 .

Videographer and photographer for our corporate office inauguration

$1,500

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

31st Jan 2025

We have office inauguration on 3rd of march. We have govt officials visiting to it. We need professional for our 3 to 4 hours in total ceremony.

Bar tender who makes cocktails

$150

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

10th Jan 2025

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!

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.

Photography of me before a Christmas party

$25

St Kilda VIC, Australia

12th Dec 2024

I need a couple photos before an event on my iPhone

Fantastic! Highly recommend and will use again 😊

$80 per hour - Christmas assemblage - south wharf tonight

$80

South Wharf VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2024

Needing 2 people to add to a team of installers to assemble Christmas props/ decorations within dfo south wharf shopping centre- $80 per person per hour. Start time 6pm tonight.

Very helpful, on time, worked well with the team. Thanks for the help!!

Need two bartenders for a baby shower

$200

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Dec 2024

Need two bartenders to serve drinks at a baby shower on 15 December 2024 at south Melbourne life saving club. Drinks will be provided to serve. Need between 2pm to 5 pm.

Despite hiccups at the event at the start of the day, Dani was super calm helpful and absolutely smashed the day and left all my guests super impressed. Thank you so much

Looking for a Bartender for a private Christmas party

$350

Coburg VIC, Australia

29th Nov 2024

Bartender for the night 3-4 hours

Great guy, great service.

Christmas tree helpers- assemble and decorate

$180

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

28th Nov 2024

We need keen helpers to assemble, decorate and light Christmas trees around our event set. You’ll also be helping move set pieces around and organise the space. The job will start from 9:30am on Saturday 30th November and should take 5-6 hours.

Great job! Did the job well

Help with a dinner party

$150

Toorak VIC, Australia

27th Nov 2024

Just need someone who can help plate up , serve , pour drinks and assist me for a 10 person dinner party for 4 hours from 6- 10pm

She was amazing - served drinks and food cleaned as the night went along . Polite and easy to share instructions with and cannot praise her enough .

Private chef to cater a small 40th birthday

$500

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

8th Oct 2024

A party of 2-4 people for a dinner. Cuisine preferences; Middle Eastern (think Maha), Japanese, Mexican, Indian or Sri Lankan.

Very unique menu and thoroughly enjoyed by all. "Every course had so many flavours" said one of our diners who is a self proclaimed vegan cynic. Restaurant worthy taste and presentation. There is opportunity to engage more with guests to build rapport and comfort which would enhance the experience for all.

Help with a lunch for 20 guests

$300

Prahran VIC, Australia

8th Oct 2024

Hello! We’re looking for some help with a lunch on October 26 in Prahran. We plan to buy most of the food from “Stocked” (quiches, arancini, salads, salmon, eye fillet,etc) and need the food heated. It will be served buffet style. We also need help with making sure everyone’s glasses are full, and with clean up. Please reply if you’re experienced and well presented. 3-4 hours, from around 10:45am. Thanks!

Juliana was professional, highly capable, well presented, and can easily “read the room”. She would enhance any function, formal or casual, with her charming and confident nature. I will definitely be asking her back for our next function, and can highly recommend her.

Roving Photographer for Up Market Corporate Function

$200

Southbank VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2024

An experienced photographer with great camera and decent mounted soft light head to follow the host around for a couple of hours to be directed to get the optimal social images at a Mid-Autumn Corporate Dinner at Crown on Wednesday evening, 18 September. There is a debrief at 6.15 pm with guests arriving from 6.30 pm for pre-function drinks with speeches beginning from 7.10 pm for around 30 minutes.

Very happy for the dedication and commitment to the job. Happy to hire again

Event Assistants for Upmarket Crown Corporate Event

$120

Southbank VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2024

Presentable hostesses required to assist with front of house registration for a Mid-Autumn corporate dinner at Crown Melbourne next Wed evening 18 Sept. Function debriefing at 6 pm sharp. Cocktail attire required. 90 minutes tops. Payment immediately upon completion of shift. Not complicated but pleasant manner critical.

Great work. Much appreciated