Singapore’s economy, consumer behaviour and business cycles influence which part time roles are in highest demand. Knowing which sectors are growing helps you target jobs more effectively.

One major sector is Retail & E-commerce. With online shopping and frequent product launches, retailers need extra staff during weekends, public holidays, and sale periods. Stock checks, order packing, merchandising, customer service—in store and sometimes remote customer support roles—are quite common. ([theinscribermag.com][5])

Another strong demand is in Food & Beverage (F&B) due to Singapore’s vibrant café and dining culture. Meal times, weekends, and evenings see spikes in demand. Roles include servers, kitchen assistants, baristas, food runners, dishwashers. Many cafes also hire for shorter shifts or split shifts. ([GrabJobs][3])

Delivery and logistics jobs are very visible too. Food delivery (GrabFood, FoodPanda) and parcel delivery, especially in peak hours/days, are popular part time options. Flexibility of working hours is a big attraction. ([OCNJ Daily][6])

Event-based work: exhibitions, promotional events, concerts, trade shows. These are short-term, often weekend or holiday roles. Great for people who enjoy dynamic environments. Also roles like ushers, booth helpers, brand ambassadors. ([OCNJ Daily][6])

Administrative and support roles: Data entry, office assistant, customer service, cashier work. These may be more stable and less stressful; good for people preferring quieter, more routine tasks. Some can be remote or partial remote. ([GrabJobs][3])