Melbourne’s #1 provider of temporary events and functions staff
Sidekicker connects thousands of Melbourne businesses with top-tier temporary events and functions staff every year.
10,000+ customers
1.5m+ shifts completed
95% fill rate
We have thousands of Melbourne-based events and functions staff ready to go
Chef
Cashier
Kitchen Steward
Kitchen Hand
Cook
Bartender
Promotional Staff
F&B Attendant
Event Assistant
Exhibition Stand Builder
Ticketing Staff
Bump in & Bump out Staff
Chef
$698
Cashier
$430
Kitchen Steward
$512
Kitchen Hand
$540
Cook
$630
Bartender
$476
Promotional Staff
$370
F&B Attendant
$390
Event Assistant
$568
Exhibition Stand Builder
$440
Ticketing Staff
$350
Bump in & Bump out Staff
$481
Chef
$698
Cashier
$430
Kitchen Steward
$512
Kitchen Hand
$540
Cook
$630
Bartender
$476
Promotional Staff
$370
F&B Attendant
$390
Event Assistant
$568
Exhibition Stand Builder
$440
Ticketing Staff
$350
Bump in & Bump out Staff
$481
Chef
$698
Cashier
$430
Kitchen Steward
$512
Kitchen Hand
$540
Cook
$630
Bartender
$476
Promotional Staff
$370
F&B Attendant
$390
Event Assistant
$568
Exhibition Stand Builder
$440
Ticketing Staff
$350
Bump in & Bump out Staff
$481
Pre-vetted, skill tested and reliable staff
Thorough screening process
Every Sidekick undergoes a comprehensive screening, including interviews, document checks, OH&S compliance, and personalised inductions. Whether it's counter staff, event assistants, or other Melbourne-based roles, our process guarantees you receive top-notch personnel.
Worker profile accountability
Sidekicks are rated and reviewed after each shift, with their reliability scores visible on their profiles, incentivising high performance. You select who works in your business, unlike traditional events and functions staffing agencies in Melbourne.
Talent pools for retention
Drive retention and continuity with your preferred workers – retention has increased by up to 70% for our clients.
Quick and easy
Leading events staffing fill rates
Looking for a temporary ticketing staff on short notice? No issue! Submit a request anytime, and it’s instantly dispatched to available Sidekicks, providing fill rates faster than traditional events and functions staffing agencies in Melbourne.
Control your hiring
Choose Sidekicks from available event staff in Melbourne or let our system select for you.
Continuous support
Our local support team is available 24/7, 365 days a year, ready to help you whenever you need assistance.
Pay less, for more
Save 30% on event staffing fees
Unlike traditional Melbourne events and functions staffing agencies, we don’t use branch networks or recruiters, enabling us to pass on savings to you with our innovative model.
Set your preferred rates
Our pricing engine lets you decide what to pay for your event staff.
Improved compliance
Digital systems guarantee that your temporary staff are qualified, safe, and properly paid.
Gain access to skills tested Sidekicks, like the ones below!
Sidekicker is by far the simplest, fastest and most cost-effective way to source, hire and manage temps and casual staff.
Sidekicker services businesses in a growing number of cities across Australia
Proven results
Sidekicker supports local Melbourne stadiums, events and conference businesses in responding to staffing changes with a top-tier workforce, advanced tools, real-time data, and actionable insights.
Sidekicks are skilled & professional and they are able to back fill any sick calls like magic. What a partnership!
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Sidekicker always provide the professional, talented & experienced staff that we need.
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Sidekicker has greatly enhanced our ability to hire reliable staff when we’re short-staffed. Platform is so easy!
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Case studies
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer a managed service for large events?
Yes! We provide fully managed and customised solutions to help every business get the most out of their hourly workforce, no matter how large or complex. You still get all the benefits of our platform compared to traditional temporary staffing agencies.
How does pricing work?
Sidekicker charges a service fee on top of the hourly rate to the worker, superannuation and other statutory charges. Pricing is clearly stated before you submit your booking request.If you have large or recurring needs we can offer custom pricing. We often find we can save our customers up to 30% compared to traditional temporary staffing agencies.
How do you pre-screen staff?
All temporary staff are screened by our specialist onboarding team and must create a detailed profile listing their experience and any certifications. Unlike a traditional temporary staffing agency you are able to see all of this information before accepting them onto your premise.
Can you work with large complex workforces?
Yes! Sidekicker works with some of the largest businesses in the industry. We can customise our delivery and platform to suit your needs whether it be for 20 Sidekicks or 200.