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Corporate Headshot Required

$100

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

Michelle was incredible. She pumped out cocktails for hours and was so friendly and personable with all of our guests. She was picking up glasses and tidying in between and just went totally above and beyond - we so appreciate it Michelle, thank you!

Making cocktails

$300

Carlos is the man for the job! Highly recommend

Professional Cocktail Maker/Mixologist

$150

thank you all done

Cleaning bbq

$100

We’ve partied in London, New York, Spain, and now thanks to Kristie in our own backyard! We highly, highly recommend Kristie for your next event be it organising and or managing your bar, or cocktail party. Professional, personable an excellent communicator from start to finish, incredibly detailed and organised, proactive she knows what guests like, want, and made sure we were aligned a d prepared so that everything was on point. And even better every guest loved her. She treats it like her brand and business and goes above and beyond to make everything easy for us so we could just focus on having fun with our guests. Makes a killer margarita and expresso martini. One step ahead of it all. She could run the whole night I expect and organise it as well. Highly highly recommend. Thanks Kristie.

Cocktails in the garden for my 40th

$300

What's the average cost of a caterer

$150 - $340

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$150

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$225

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$340

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Best rated breakfast caterers near me

Recent Breakfast Catering reviews

Petrus came and cooked for my wife and friends. He did an absolutely amazing job and the breakfast was delicious. Very professional and arrived with his own gear as well. We would highly recommend using Petrus for a home restaurant experience.

Chef/professional cook for breakfast (4 ppl) in K

$60

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

Legend. So efficient and easy going.

Boozy breakfast helper

$80

Great job. Highly recommended

Deliver breakfast from cafe

$15

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

What's the average cost of a breakfast caterer

$175 - $387

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$175

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$220

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$387

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Average reviews for Breakfast Catering Services

based on 14 reviews

5

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Recent Brunch Catering reviews

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

Perfect, such great food and service. Samantha was lovely

Personal chef for brunch at home - 6 people

$300

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

What's the average cost of a brunch caterer

$250 - $450

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$250

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$390

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$450

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based on 7 reviews

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Best rated lunch catering experts near me

Recent Lunch Catering reviews

Wow, 5* experience from start to finish. A pleasure to deal with and wonderful chef - arrived on time communicated well took care of everything and cleaned up after. The food was fantastic and Samantha was a pleasure to have in our home - definitely recommend!!

Private Chef - Lunch for 2 people

$350

Amazing addition to the party. Kat ran the bar like a boss

Bartending / hosting at a birthday lunch

$180

amazing service thanks so much!

Help at Christmas party lunch, food prep and clean

$200

Matti is a SUPERSTAR! She was the best. She came to my house to waitress and was incredible. She's so organised and efficient and did an amazing job serving guests, cleaning up etc. I'm so thankful I found her and would recommend her for lots of tasks. She's really easy to communicate with and has great initiative. Thank you for making my birthday lunch such a success!

Waitress at lunch tomorrow

$120

Bexs was an absolute joy to have helping us. Kind, calm and highly competent. She worked independantly and also followed any direction. I would get her back in a second! What a find!

Bar person helper for Sunday lunch 11.30 am - 3.30

$120

Thank you Jade for all your help at the baby shower! Punctual, friendly and reliable. Jade helped prepare the food and served our guests. Highly recommend!

Waitress/ Lunch clean up

$120

What's the average cost of a lunch catering expert

$136 - $260

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$136

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$190

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$260

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Average reviews for Lunch Catering Services

based on 101 reviews

4.91

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Best rated dinner catering experts near me

Recent Dinner Catering reviews

Thanks Chef T for a great night , catering for my 50th Birthday with a fabulous 3 course meal including home made ravioli demonstration with the kids . And spotless kitchen to finish the night . Highly recommended

Home cooking class for dinner party

$200

We hired George for a dinner party and he worked so well with the other musicians on trumpet and made the night one to remember I will definitely be hiring him again for our next event! He was super professional and so happy we found him!

Dj needed for pre drinks a dinner party for 2hrs

$240

Fabulous chefs x2 and great food. Made our night. Definitely worth the money paid

Cook/Chef for Dinner Party

$300

Just wow! Cooked an incredible vegan meal for myself and a fish meal for my girlfriend. Went above and beyond! And oh my, the vegan cake, we can't stop drooling. Thanks Juvena - superstar!!

Cook Dinner for 2 People

$70

Boyle S was an outstanding help for my dinner tonight. Nothing was too much trouble and she went above and beyond to ensure a successful evening. I would highly recommend her.

Help with cleaning at dinner

$80

Juvena created a Japanese pescatarian meal for 2 which was our birthday treat. The food was absolutely delicious - an elegant and sophisticated menu. She's a fun easy going person who made us feel at ease being in our home. I would highly recommend Juvena for your catering function!

Private dinner for 2

$200

What's the average cost of a dinner catering expert

$124 - $280

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$124

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$180

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$280

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Average reviews for Dinner Catering Services

based on 308 reviews

4.9

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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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Top Catering related questions

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!

Recent Catering tasks

Wait staff to help at dinner party

$150

Vaucluse NSW, Australia

13th May 2024

I am hosting a dinner party at home so need someone to help serve the food, clear and wash dishes and glasses. General spare set of hands on the night. 6pm-10pm.. $150

2 x bar staff for corporate function in Warriewood

$250

Warriewood NSW, Australia

12th May 2024

We are looking for an experienced and friendly individual to help us host a work function at our office in Warriewood. We need someone to do drinks and another to do simple food prep of food/nibbles and serve. (We have already booed someone for food) Plus clean-up and tidy 5pm till 10pm approx

Play mood music at brisbanes best bakery!

$150

Bongaree QLD, Australia

12th May 2024

Come to bribie island and play mood music/sing on Saturdays. Bring own equipment. 9am-11am

Private chef for dinner party

$400

Wedderburn NSW, Australia

12th May 2024

Need a private chef to prepare and cook a 2 course dinner for 40th birthday for 20 people. All ingredients will be supplied. Chef will have access to large kitchen etc.

Private dinner decor

$200

Albert Park VIC, Australia

12th May 2024

Looking for a private dinner set up similar or inspired by the one below. We will have a chef on the night and will need plates, cutlery and decorations. Tall candles too. Please leave a quote with some pics :)

Kitchen helper at luncheon

$175

Mascot NSW, Australia

11th May 2024

Hello, i have 30 people coming for lunch and need a pair of hands in the kitchen to wash platters and glasses, and also general help serving. Ideally 1pm to 6pm

Barman for Baby Shower

$90

Bondi NSW, Australia

11th May 2024

Need a barman for 2 hours to serve champagne on arrival and then make cocktails for guests. Looking for someone to come with their own mixing kit etc

Corporate headshot

$200

Reservoir VIC, Australia

10th May 2024

Hi, i'm looking for someone with photography experience in corporate headshots to take a new LinkedIn photo

Catering assistant

$210

Ringwood VIC, Australia

9th May 2024

We need someone to do the following across the two days below: Friday 10th May: 3pm-5:30pm Saturday 11th May: 11am-3:30 Hand washing, drying & polishing: 70x cups and saucers 70x sets of cutlery 70x drinking glasses 70x plates We need these washed twice, with a break in between washings. Strict timings, not flexible Dress code: blacks

Great service and very punctual.

Art assistant for a corporate workshop Sydney CBD

$80

Melbourne VIC, Australia

8th May 2024

Looking for someone to assist me in running a corporate art workshop. No art experience needed however we will need you to be bubbly, warm and welcoming. As an Assistant we require someone with people skills so recent past customer service experience and or teaching experience with a interest in art/craft/creativity. You will be required to help with set up Of art materials, welcoming guests and readying out instructions, assist people’s inquiry, help with printing using an instax camera and cleaning up . You’ll be required 11-1:30pm approximately.

Matthew was personable and lovely to work with. Will definitely hire him again :)

Catering Assistants

$500

Ringwood VIC, Australia

6th May 2024

We need someone to do the following across the three days below: Thursday 9th May: 12:30pm-5pm Friday 10th May: 3:30pm-8:30pm Saturday 11th May: 11:30am-6pm Hand Washing, drying & polishing: 70x cups & saucers 70 x sets of cutlery 70 x drinking glasses 70 x plates We need these washed twice, with a break in between washings. Strict timings, not flexible. Dress code: blacks.

Carolina was very helpful with cleaning and catering assistance.

Corporate headshot photo

$50

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

29th Apr 2024

looking for a photographer to take a handful of corporate headshots for myself. Happy to travel to where you are. Must have some experience.

Highly Recommend!! Very efficient , reasonable and great to work with.

BBQ cook for event.

$200

Mascot NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2024

I need 2 people to cook sausages etc on the Bbq for a small business event. We will supply the food and bbq if required but open to suggestions. At this stage it’s around 30 guests over the 2 days confirmed. There will be others attending that haven’t registered. I can hire a bbq or you can supply one. I can buy the meator you can supply it. Open to options Needed for 2 days. Friday 3rd May and Sat 4th May. 11am-2pm each day.

Awesome Guy and awesome Food! Highly recommended

Help set up, handle bbq and serve food for birthday party

$100

Sunshine North VIC, Australia

26th Apr 2024

I need someone to help set up food, cook meat on the bbq and keeping an eye on the food cooking in the kichen. All food will be pre repared and ready to cook.

Very professional and efficient

Waitresses for home lunch

$150

Strathfield NSW, Australia

25th Apr 2024

Hi there! We are looking for a lady to help serve drinks, snacks and tidy at a lunch time event at our home on Sunday 5 May. Date: Sunday 5 May Time: 1pm to 6pm Location: Strathfield Attire: Clean and professional, white shirt and black pants. We will be looking for 4 people in total, so I will be posting this task several times to find the right team. I can pick you up from Strathfield station if needed. Thanks!

Thank you Gabriela for your amazing help! You were professional and caring in everything and we all appreciated your support. Many thanks!

Clean BBQ grill

$120

Carnegie VIC, Australia

20th Apr 2024

Seeking someone who is able to clean my bbq grill! It’s a Beefeater 1200 Series 4 burner BBQ & trolley with side burner. Preferably someone who is experienced in doing similar work!

Franco has been super amazing!! Love his work!!

Need a cleaner for end of the night clean up (baby shower event).

$100

Deer Park VIC, Australia

17th Apr 2024

Clean up a warehouse baby shower party. e.g emptying cups, plates any rubbish into trash bag & sweep up floor. stack chairs and tables.

Lovely lady, was punctual, went above and beyond to clean everything! :)

Need a waiter who can work the BBq as well

$120

Box Hill NSW, Australia

14th Apr 2024

Hi, I need a waiter for an event on 4th May in the evening from 7pm tp 10pm in Box hill, NSW 2765. We need someone for 3 hours who can work on a BBq and serve food as well.

It was great working with Mick. He was very professional and did the task with efficiency.

Kitchen hand for dinner party

$120

St. Ives NSW, Australia

13th Apr 2024

Assistance in the kitchen on the evening of 22nd April for a dinner party with 20 guests. It will involve clearing the table, washing plates, glasses & cutlery. Approx 8.30 or 9pm start for 2-3 hours

Lula exceeded my expectations! She’s proactive, enthusiastic and an absolute delight. Highly recommended!! Thank you Lula :-)

Help needed for BBQ party

$100

South Bank QLD, Australia

11th Apr 2024

Help needed to set up/prepare for bbq party, 3hrs maximum from 11:00 to 14:00 Tasks include but not limited to: - Personal Assistant role - Help set up, decorate - Cutting fruits, prepare salads - Help keep tidy - Cooking/BBQ on electric grill Some lifting, carrying but no heavy lifting Basic food prep knowledge required

Cal was an absolute godsend! She is reliable, trustworthy and so great at multi-tasking. She will go above and beyond for you. Thank you again for helping out, Cal!