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"It was wonderful to have Lani's care and attention to detail throughout dinner; she calmly managed the serving and all t..."
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"Andrea was a fantastic help at my sisters hens. She kept warm food coming out of the oven, kept glasses topped up and cl..."
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"Cassendra was so amazing !! Recommend 1000x"
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Recent Party Catering reviews in East Melbourne
What an absolute pleaser Vered was! Super professional, helpful and really knew her stuff. We had such amazing amazing party and Vered took great care of everyone, was so organised and helped the night run so smoothly. My friends all commented on how wonderful she was. Would hire Vered again in a heart beat!
Cocktail Mixologist
$200
Vee was absolutely fantastic at our event! She made sure all the food was prepared and served perfectly throughout the day as well as continually cleaning up. As hosts we were able to relax and enjoy the party with minimal cleaning afterwards all thanks to Vee 😊
I need baby shower catering
$120
Vee was both a Fabulous & professional mixologist who enjoys her craft. Our guests loved the way she worked. Highly recommend.
Cocktail Mixologist
$200
Thankyou we had a great time!
Cocktail making with equippment
$150
Fabulous service, will definitely recommend
Cocktail maker
$160
Did a fantastic job as the bartender for a Hens party. Very professional. Thank you so much!
I need cocktail catering
$100
What's the average cost of a party catering specialist in East Melbourne
$167 - $250
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$250
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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.
Recent Party Catering tasks in East Melbourne
Bartender / Cocktails
$150
Camberwell VIC, Australia
21st Oct 2024
Bartender. Make and serve cocktails, wine & beer. MAX 50 guests. 6-10pm
Bartender for baby shower
$35
Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia
21st Sep 2024
Need a bartender for my baby shower. Will be fair easy as just pouring wines, champagne and maybe a few mix drinks 12:40pm - 3.40pm
Awesome help for bartender task! Thank you Lani!
Support staffing for baby shower / Gourmet Finger Food Assistant
$140
Camberwell VIC, Australia
13th Aug 2024
We’re looking for 1x support staff/canape assistant for our baby shower hosted at our home in Camberwell. Hours 11:30am - 3:30pm (4 hours) We’ll be purchasing all the food ahead of the event and it will be a mixture of platter style canapés (cold) served on a table and roaming canapés (hot). Guests will supply their own drinks so no beverage service needed. Number of guests - roughly 35. Required tasks include: - Assist in preparing the canapés (I can help you with the cold ones) - Help with setup and styling (if you’re into decorations/are a bit of an event planner that’s a plus!) - Help with putting frozen items eg. Mini quiches, arancini, sausage rolls etc in the oven and then serving them on a platter to walk around for guests. - Help with general clean-up of the event (clear glasses, stack the dishwasher, replenish chips/snacks on the canapé table)
Support staffing for baby shower
$135
Camberwell VIC, Australia
25th Jul 2024
We’re looking for 1x support staff/waitress for our baby shower hosted at our home in Camberwell. Hours will be 1pm - 530pm We’ll be purchasing all the food ahead of the event and it will be a mixture of platter style canapés and roaming canapés. Guests will supply their own drinks so no beverage service needed. Only 35 odd guests. Required tasks include: - Help with setup of the canapé table - Help with putting frozen items eg. Mini quiches, arancini, sausage rolls etc in the oven and then serving them on a platter to walk around for guests. - Help with general clean-up of the event (clear glasses, stack the dishwasher, replenish chips/snacks on the canapé table)
Andrea was an absolute delight at our baby shower! So professional, absolutely lovely and incredibly proactive throughout the day. We would absolutely get her back to support at any event - 1 million times recommend!
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
I need a cocktail maker for my 21st
$250
Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia
18th Mar 2024
I have having a 21st and require someone fun and experienced to make cocktails and other drinks. The date is 20th April and it is to cater approximately 50-70 people
Bar tender makes cocktails
$200
Balwyn North VIC, Australia
2nd Mar 2024
It’s my daughter’s 18th, need a bar tender to make great cocktails
Shaz was good. Was on time and the girls enjoyed the drinks.
Cocktail maker
$300
Ashburton VIC, Australia
20th Nov 2023
Someone to make cocktails for a 40th birthday - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 25 November 2023
Dee was fabulous at making cocktails at our 40th birthday and we would highly recommend her. Thanks, Dee, and look forward to working with you again next time.
Help to serve cocktails, meals and dishwashing for a party of 8
$200
Blackburn North VIC 3130, Australia
26th Sep 2023
I’m having a lunch with friends at home and need another pair of hands to help with serving lunch and dishwashing (inc serving pre-made cocktails, topping up drinks etc - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 28 October 2023
Cocktail bar tender for 2 hours at a 50th birthday
$150
Kew VIC, Australia
15th Sep 2023
Cocktail bar tender needed for 2-3 hours at 50th birthday party - roughly 60 people attending at my house - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 14 October 2023
Couldn’t ask for better service. Highly recommended. Thanks to you both!
Bar Tender- Cocktails
$280
Camberwell VIC, Australia
22nd Aug 2023
I am host a party at mu house I need a bartender from 5pm til 10 pm All alcohol and mixes provide and list given in advance Will need shakers & bat tools etc to make them - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 1 September 2023
Waiter for home cocktail party
$250
Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
18th Aug 2023
Help place food on plates and pick up empty plates and pass the drinks around, help clean as the event goes by - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 30 September 2023
Claire went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, from helping with getting the food ready to serving guests with drinks. Her attention to detail and friendly demeanor really made a positive impact on the event. I highly recommend Claire's assistance for any future gatherings or tasks. Thank you, Claire, for making our party a success!
Bartending, cocktail and mock tails
$150
Ashwood VIC 3147, Australia
3rd Aug 2023
I am looking for a bartender specializing in making cocktail and mock tails for my birthday - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 19 August 2023
Required basic cocktail maker in evening for 4 hrs in Kew
$200
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
6th Jun 2023
I need someone to make basic cocktails for 30 guests for 4 hours . Glassware and all ingredients will be provided - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 29 July 2023
Platter and Cocktail Maker for Birthday
$250
Blackburn South VIC, Australia
1st Jun 2023
Having a joint birthday party with a family member at a house in Blackburn South. Looking to get a nibbling platter and someone that can make cocktails for the guests. Happy to provide the alcohol. Specifically need for the 24th June night for 3hrs, 7:30-10:30pm.
Linden was wonderful to work with. She provided great ideas for my cocktail party. She took the time to understand and give feedback on what would work (given my lack of knowledge). My guests loved the drinks she made and made some additional ones on request. Her earrings were on point for the night!
21st party cocktails
$350
Blackburn VIC, Australia
28th May 2023
Bit late but we are having our daughters 21st on Sat 17 June at home. Will be less than 20 people and a sit down meal that we are preparing. Was looking to serve 3 cocktails - 1 on arrival, 1 during/after entree, 1 after main. Anything else (beer, wine, etc) we will cater ourselves
A true professional and went above and beyond to ensure our event was a success. Cannot speak highly enough of Nicole. Thank you!
Bartender -cocktails and basic spirit mixes
$50
Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia
17th Feb 2023
Private home party of up to 40 people. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 11 March 2023
Juliana was amazing!!! She kept up with all the demands of 45 of our guests with no problem. She worked non stop and Made amazing cocktails. Would highly recommend Juliana for your next event. Thanks Juliana. See you at my next event x
Bartender to pour drinks and make cocktails for a party in our home
$160
Templestowe Lower VIC 3107, Australia
26th Oct 2022
Bartender to pour drinks and make cocktails for a party in our home between 7-11pm. All drinks and equipment provided - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 12 November 2022
Cocktail making
$500
Doncaster VIC, Australia
3rd Sep 2022
Need someone ro make it cocktails for a Mexican themed 40th birthday party at a house - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 22 September 2022