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"Tim was absolutely the best! Much more than I ever thought I was going to get. A true professional "
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"Nicole is an excellent Bartender and a host. We are extremely happy that we had her in our party."
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Stanley was incredible and provided seamless service and great communication throughout the process - our event was a great success thanks to all his hard work!!
Caterer/Chef & Cocktail Waiter
$140
Sherin was amazing- super helpful, cocktails were amazing and the service she provided was great.
Bartender-cocktails
$160
Ruth was awesome !!
Cocktail waiter
$200
Vee was amazing from the start, organised our menu & ingredients, was professional and friendly. Would absolutely use Vee again and highly recommend!!
Bartender/Cocktail Mixer
$300
Another great event!
Bartender/cocktail maker for party
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It doesn’t matter what type of event you are planning. It’s often the food and beverages that excite guests the most. The best way to anyone’s heart is indeed through their stomachs, so it’s important to knock it out of the park when planning your event’s food options. You need to meet your guests’ different dietary needs and build a menu around the event theme, all while making sure the food tastes great and feeds everyone in attendance.
To make it an easier task, you can enlist party catering experts with years of experience in crafting exceptional menus tailored to any taste, crowd size, and preference. Whether it's for a corporate event, wedding, or baby shower catering, you can find the perfect party caterers near you through Airtasker. Simply post a task, select the caterer you wish to work with, and book the service!
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This will depend on the Tasker’s terms and conditions. An advance deposit might be required to procure supplies and consumables for the event, such as ingredients, as well as upfront labour fees. To ensure your expectations are aligned with the service to be provided, it is best to discuss this matter with your Tasker.
While many caterers available on Airtasker are equipped to service different types of events, it may still depend on the individual if they are willing to take on a baby shower catering request. Consult the party caterer near you before officially booking the service or specify your needs when posting your task.
Party caterers near you will come equipped with a complete set of equipment including plates, utensils, and everything they will need to serve the food. They are also responsible for setting up your tables and linens. You will not need to provide anything else.
Not all the time. This depends on the party catering service you have chosen for your party. Plated dining service requires a staff member as they will be serving dishes for every course. However, a buffet catering service will not always require staff.
Yes, you can! While caterers can advise on ideal food options for a given event or to accommodate specific dietary restrictions, you have the freedom to select every food item on the menu. This includes drinks, which you can also customise. If you request a specific brand of liquor, your Tasker may arrange this for you, provided you give ample time for preparation and are ready to cover any extra costs for this special request.
Yes, party caterers near you will need an on-premises liquor licence to serve alcohol, including cocktails. This is issued by the local government where the business is registered. In addition to this, Taskers must also have a valid business permit to operate a cocktail catering business. Feel free to reach out to your Tasker if you need to discuss this in detail.
Airtasker can cater to all your party needs from food to event documentation. You can hire event planners on Airtasker for a hassle-free experience organising your event or book a local photographer to capture those special moments.
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What do party catering services include?
What’s a party without food? If you’re short on time or have hundreds of guests to feed, leave it to the experts and book a party catering near you!
With Airtasker, hiring party caterers is now easier than ever. Taskers can assist you with every aspect, from planning and crafting a menu everyone will love, customising it to match your event's theme, serving food during the event, and even taking care of after-party cleanup.
Ensure a hassle-free celebration by selecting any of these party catering services for your next event:
Buffet style catering
Buffets stand out as a popular and versatile catering option suitable for any type of event. This is because they offer several advantages: they are more economical and easier to organise, while still delighting guests with a wide selection of food choices. Buffets are particularly ideal for accommodating large crowds and sizable events like weddings and company events, as they allow hosts to cater to various dietary preferences. This type of party catering also encourages guests to serve themselves, so there’s no additional expense for servers and waitstaff.
Cocktail catering
If you’re hosting a party centred on mingling and socialization, such as corporate networking events, cocktail party catering is your best bet. This dining style features small plates, handhelds, outdoor herbs, and other appetiser-style food options, complemented by a bar and beverage service. Guests can savour these delightful offerings while standing at high-top cocktail tables or opt for bar stools or traditional dining room table seating.
Perfect for smaller venues, intimate gatherings, and pre-events preceding larger occasions like conferences, cocktail party catering is often more cost-effective than other dining choices.
Food stations
Setting up food stations is an interesting choice for party catering near you. They're reminiscent of buffets given the diverse variety of food and beverage options, but with a unique twist. For food stations, each table features a different type of food or drink. In Australia, some exciting trends include stations for tapas, taco bars, and even a doughnut wall and a food art station.
Food stations can be accommodated in any venue size, small or large. The dining options can also be easily tailored to theme-specific events, making them an excellent choice for Halloween parties or baby shower catering.
Plated Dining Service
If you want to take it up a notch, consider plated dining services. This is another popular party catering style often reserved for more formal events such as fundraisers and galas. Typically a fancier choice, this option also comes with a higher price tag.
Choosing plated dining requires thorough planning not only of the food options, but also the other various elements that make up the dining experience, including tableware, tables and chairs, linens, and waitstaff. With plated dining, meals are served by waitstaff to all guests at the same time. Guests can also select their dinner options from a predetermined menu provided when they RSVP to your event.
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1x bartender for private residential cocktail function
$200
Moorabbin VIC, Australia
13th Nov 2024
Looking for 1x bartender to serve cocktails and beer/wine/soft drink at a private residential function. Approx 60 guests. 4 hours of work. 4pm start
Looking for 1x waitress for residential cocktail event
$200
Moorabbin VIC, Australia
13th Nov 2024
Looking for 1x waitress/kitchen aid to walk pizzas around and continually clean area. Approx 60 people. Private residential cocktail function. 4 hours of work. 4:30pm start.
Work Christmas Lunch Chef & Cocktail Maker
$300
Hendra QLD, Australia
13th Nov 2024
Looking for someone to help with a relaxed Christmas lunch for a small group of colleagues. We’re after someone to cook a few simple dishes and whip up some cocktails (nothing fancy, just the classics). We’ll provide the ingredients, kitchen, and bar setup – you bring the skills!
I need a professional female bartender for making cocktail
$300
Alphington VIC, Australia
13th Nov 2024
Professional bartender to make cocktails for and evening/night party of 30 people. 18 January 2025. Saturday night (6-10:30 pm)
Cocktail bartender needed
$250
Kellyville NSW, Australia
12th Nov 2024
Hi everyone looking for a cocktail bartender to help our team out at an engagement party on the 30th of November. 60 guests and you’ll have one of our staff working alongside you. 5:30-10:30 is the timing. Must have RSA, experience and your own cocktail tools. Plenty of more work available if you do a good job for us Cheers!
Bartending service / Cocktail making
$150
Rowville VIC, Australia
12th Nov 2024
Looking for someone who can do bartending service / cocktail making for a party on Friday the 15th November 2024 Price negotiable Location Rowville VIC
I need a bartender for my party to make and serve cocktails.
$200
Coromandel Valley SA, Australia
11th Nov 2024
I need a bartender for my party on Nov 16th from 6pm-10pm at my house in Coromandel valley, to make and serve cocktails for guests and would be perfect to bring a mobile bar if possible. I provide the alcohol, glasses and tools. my budget is around AUD 200. If you have experience in bar tendering please reach out! number of guests = 30-35
Mobile bartender / cocktail maker
$250
Tarragindi QLD, Australia
10th Nov 2024
Looking at getting a cocktail maker for our friends Christmas party. Super casual. We are happy to supply all ingredients just looking at someone for 3 hours to make for everyone (option of 4 cocktails). Start time around 3/4pm on sat 21st Dec.
Cocktail maker for 3 hours for 20-30 people
$160
Lane Cove NSW, Australia
10th Nov 2024
Hi there, needing a cocktail maker/bartender to make a chosen selection of x2 spritz & x2 cocktails for around 20-30 people on Saturday 23rd Nov from 2.30pm - 5.30pm. All alcohol, glasses and utensils will be provided. Ideally it would be great if you can bring a table/stand for outside area, be RSA certified. Thank you! Any questions please ask.
Experienced Bartender Needed for Birthday Party - Cocktail Service
$150
Coromandel Valley SA, Australia
10th Nov 2024
I'm hosting a birthday party and I'm looking for a professional bartender to help serve cocktails. If you have experience in cocktail making, a friendly and outgoing personality, I'd love to hear from you! Details: Date: 16/11/2024 Time: 6pm-10pm Location: Coromandel Valley SA 5051 Guests: 35 Bartender duties: Prepare and serve a variety of cocktails (please bring your own tools if needed). If you have a cocktail menu suggestion, feel free to share. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Cocktail maker
$140
Highgate WA, Australia
10th Nov 2024
Celebrating 21st Birthday, require a bartender from 5:30pm to 9:30 pm to make about 3 cocktails for 35 people. Happy to provide alcohol/ingredients/glassware.
Cocktail maker & server
$200
Bulimba QLD, Australia
22nd Oct 2024
We are having a 50th at our home in Bulimba, only about 25 people, would love to serve cocktails for the first couple of hours (made in a batch and distributed) from 4pm-6pm. I will of course buy all the ingredients.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sandra for future opportunities, she was proactive, professional and really leaned in to help in any way she could to make the day successful :)
Server- at a baby shower
$90
Landsdale WA, Australia
1st Oct 2024
We need someone to make drinks (ingredients and menu provided) x3 cocktails/makers 1:45pm-5pm
Amazing! Thanks heaps
Bar staff at private party in Manly - cocktail experience essential
$200
Manly NSW, Australia
23rd Sep 2024
Make cocktails and pour drinks at a private party for 40 people from 6-9pm. Please provide details of experience in response. Possible drinks include Whisky sour, Tommy's Margarita, espresso martini. Thank you
This job began as bar staff and ended with Stanley providing all food and drink services. He was amazing and would definitely use again. I did not have to think about any food or drink prep, service or clean up. Stanley took care of it all and absolutely nailed it. Food was delicious and plentiful, drinks were flowing - he made the party a total success. Would highly recommend
Manage kitchen for a cocktail party
$250
Mosman, New South Wales, Australia
26th Jul 2024
I need someone that is confident to manage my kitchen on Wednesday night to heat and present finger food on platters for 60 people. I will have the finger food here incl mini quiches, gyozas, duck pancakes, rice paper rolls, beetroot and feta blinis and butter chicken bowls. I also need help cleaning up and stacking the dishwasher etc. The event is from 6.30-9pm. So would like you to be here from 5.30-9pm. There will be 2 people here to serve the platters and drinks.
Susan was amazing. Professional, calm, very personable and hard working. I highly recommend her.
Cocktail bartender for 50th birthday party
$300
Brighton QLD, Australia
30th Jun 2024
Looking for 2 people to serve champagne to guests on arrival, make cocktails for guests and clear glasses. Required from 11:30am to 4:30pm
Felix is wonderful! Nothing is too much trouble and we loved having him work at our event. Highly recommend his services!
Cocktail maker
$160
Bulleen VIC, Australia
25th Jun 2024
We need a cocktail marker/bar service for a private at home function. 15 guests. There will be four cocktails that would need making everything will be set up and recipes provided. 7:30-11:30pm. Dinner is included and we appreciate help with clearing the plates and a quick kitchen tidy up.
Cassendra was such a great cocktail maker. She arrived early and kept the drinks flowing.
Cocktail maker
$180
Burwood VIC, Australia
25th Jun 2024
Require a cocktail maker for approx 30 guests (out of which about 15 to 20 drink). Date of the party is the 6th of July. I am happy to speak about and agree on 4 or 5 cocktails and buy all the ingredients for the party. Require someone to: - Help set up (assuming about 30 minutes) - Make cocktails from 2:30 p.m. to 7:p.m. and clean glassware in between making cocktails if time permits - Packing up not required
Caitlin was great to work with. Very helpful planning for the day, turned up on time and created great drinks
Bartender and cocktail mixer required
$100
Marsden Park NSW, Australia
3rd Jun 2024
Need a bartender and cocktail/mocktail mixer for a 40th birthday.. 70 people will be attending
Thank you so much for amazing drinks loved s on beach 🤣
Cocktail maker required for private event
$50
Fremantle WA, Australia
1st Jun 2024
Need cocktail makers to man the bar for a footy parents event from 6-12pm, including clean up of glasses etc. traditional cocktails (5) choices. $50/hr
Amazing - made cocktails all night perfectly