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What do party catering services include?
It’s nearly impossible to pull off a successful event without a trusted caterer, especially if you’re set to feed hundreds. With Airtasker, you can find the most suitable party caterer near you and let them handle the food service on your behalf.Â
Taskers can help you every step of the way, from developing a menu everyone will adore, customising it to match any theme requirements for the occasion, serving food during the actual event, and managing the after-party cleanup.
Here are some popular service options for to try at the next party catering near you for a worry-free celebration:
Buffet style catering
If you’re working with a limited budget, buffets are a wise catering option to consider. They’re considered versatile and practical for their many advantages. Aside from being the economical choice, they are also much easier to organise compared to other options. The wide selection of food choices also always results in satisfied guests. Buffets are recommended for parties with a large number of attendees, such as weddings and company events, as hosts can cater to different dietary restrictions or preferences. The self-serving nature of buffets also means that organisers need not shell out extra payments for servers and waitstaff.
Cocktail catering
If you want to encourage guests to socialise and mingle, you might appreciate cocktail catering. Ideal for corporate networking events and similar affairs, this dining style is best known for small plates, handhelds, outdoor herbs, and other appetisers, along with a lovely bar and beverage service. Guests typically stand at high-top cocktail tables to enjoy their meals, but hosts can also opt for bar stools or traditional dining room table seating.
Cocktail catering is perfect for intimate gatherings and pre-events for larger occasions like conferences. Given the setup, it is also usually more cost-effective compared to other dining options.
Food stations
For parties that require a hint of creativity, consider getting food stations. Comparable to buffets for the variety of food and beverage options, this dining style offers a more interesting take as each table highlights a specific—and often uniquely served—type of food or drink. In the UK, some exciting trends include stations for cheeses, sushi, and even artisan bread and antipasto salad.Â
Food stations are adaptable to any venue size, making it a practical choice. It is also ideal for theme-specific events, Halloween parties, or baby shower catering, as dining options can also be easily customised.
Plated dining service
For more sophisticated or formal gatherings like fundraisers and galas, your best choice is plated dining. Another popular party catering style, typically fancier in comparison to others, plated dining also comes with a higher price tag.
Selecting this for your event requires organisers to be hands-on with the planning, not only with the food choices, but also the other various elements that affect 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 pick out from a predetermined menu provided when they RSVP to the event.
Recent Party Catering tasks in London Central London
Adult birthday party catering
£400
Summerstown, Greater London
7th Sep 2024
20-30 people. Buffet style standup food.
House party cocktail bar
£200
New Cross Gate, Greater London
21st Aug 2024
House party - looking for bar tender to mix cocktails for around 50 guests from 8pm- 11pm
Help serving wine, beer and making/serving simple cocktails
£110
Maitland Park, Greater London
13th Jun 2024
I am looking for someone to serve drinks at a bbq in my backyard garden from 1 pm to 7 pm
Super professional. Hope to use for my next event.
Cocktail making
£45
Battersea, Greater London, SW11
11th May 2024
I need a social person to come and make cocktails for my birthday, please if you could wear a white outfit what ever you like. I will provide all ingredients for it. Only 3 types of cocktails to be made.(loud environment) your more than welcome to have a drink too 😌 10pm-1pm
Cocktail Maker
£300
Shoreditch, Greater London, EC2A
3rd May 2024
We are looking for a mixologist to come to an intimate event we are running from 5:30-9:30pm on the 16th May in Shoreditch
Party catering
£60
South Kensington, Greater London, SW7
26th Apr 2023
Help with catering at a party with 20 people (ofer champagne / juices / canapés) - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 29 April 2023
Change wedding dress into cocktail dress
£200
Charing Cross, Greater London
4th Apr 2023
Change a wedding dress into a cocktail dress - Due date: Flexible
Cocktail maker
£100
Canonbury, Greater London
20th Nov 2022
It’s our daughters first bday party. There will be about 20 adults and we were thinking about getting someone to make cocktails. - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 4 December 2022
Bartender for drinks party - cocktail maker
£100
Hackney, Greater London, E8
7th Nov 2022
Looking for a bartender to make drinks for a small cocktail party of 20 people 7:30pm-10:30pm. Ideally an experienced professional who can make a mean vodka martini! - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 26 November 2022
Catering for a baby shower event
£500
Kilburn, Greater London, NW6
7th Oct 2022
Food catering needed for a baby shower event. Small food dishes that look special. If you also provide cupcakes and pastries that would be great. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 26 November 2022
Catering for a baby shower
£300
Clapham, Greater London
1st Sep 2022
Catering to be provided for a party of 10 guests, food to be delivered. Doesnt need to be served. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 15 October 2022
Cocktail drinks/serving prosecco for a showroom party
£2,000
Farringdon, Greater London
26th Jul 2022
Fritz Hansen furniture company - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 20 September 2022
Professional cocktail maker and mixologist for agency party
£200
Canonbury, Greater London
14th Jul 2022
My creative agency is hosting summer drinks in our office in Netil House East London. We need a professional mixologist / cocktail maker to work 4.30-8.30pm , making margaritas and picante for 35 guests. - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 26 July 2022
Cocktails
£150
North Kensington, Greater London, W10
21st Jun 2022
Birthday party. 3 cocktails to make throughout the night - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 9 July 2022
Waiting staff for a baby shower
£50
Marylebone, Greater London
7th Jun 2022
I am hosting a baby shower for a small intimate group. I need 1-2 waiting staff to help serves drinks, serve food and clean up. I need trustworthy staff who are attentive, happy and friendly. It will be for around 3/4 hours. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 18 June 2022
Cocktail barman
£150
Brondesbury, Greater London
6th May 2022
Birthday party in garden, about 40 people. We’d like cocktails to be made, we will supply the alcohol. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 18 June 2022
Experienced Cocktail Bartender / Mixologist
£120
Muswell Hill, Greater London, N10
23rd Apr 2022
Experienced/knowledgeable cocktail bar tender / mixologist for private party. After someone who knows how to mix drinks; understands the importance of a strong shaking action and double straining; who can serve with style and a smile; has experience of doing such work for events in the past. Please don't offer if you don't have the skillset and experience. Cocktails: 20.00 to midnight (Party runs later) There is a fixed cocktail bar. All glassware, Ice, drinks provided. There are a few shakers and strainers. The venue are supplying 2 bar-staff (so general assistance with bar work not needed) 40-50 Guests The plan is to offer a limited range of cocktails: Pre-mixed cosmopolitans, Porn-star Martinis, Espresso Martinis and Margaritas. With batches being premixed in the morning and chilled: ready for shake, strain and garnish. Above that there will be Gin, Vodka, Spiced rum, Whiskey and various mixers / soft drinks Fees negotiable - Certainly willing to pay more for someone with professional / 'Flair Mixologist' skills who is capable of entertaining - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 25 June 2022
Bartender make cocktails, serve drinks
£12
Soho, Greater London, W1F
7th Dec 2021
i need a temporary bartender, until i find a full time bartender - Due date: Flexible
Cocktail making and serving drinks
£100
De Beauvoir Town, Greater London, N1
8th Nov 2021
To make and serve 2 types of cocktails, wines and beer etc from 4-9pm - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 12th Dec 2021
Cocktail bartender for party
£150
South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8
20th Oct 2021
Bartender needs to make cocktails for 1-2 hours for c.25-30 guests. Bartender needs to bring cocktails making kit. I can supply the booze an glasses - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 13th Nov 2021