Scaling a startup in Singapore isn’t just about securing funding or refining your product—it’s about building lean, efficient operations. And when it comes to staffing, the smartest startups aren’t going full-time right away. Instead, they’re turning to part-time workers to scale faster and smarter.
From F&B ventures to tech-enabled services, part-time hiring has become a secret weapon for early-stage companies looking to grow without overspending.
When your company is still validating its business model or trying to reach product-market fit, every dollar counts. Here’s why full-time hiring might not be the best fit in the early stages:
In contrast, part-time workers offer startups in Singapore the flexibility to experiment, adapt, and grow without overcommitting.
Need help for an upcoming event or a product launch? Part-time workers can be hired on-demand, and their hours scaled up or down as needed.
You only pay for the hours worked, reducing financial exposure—especially helpful for startups still building consistent cash flow.
Need someone for customer service, F&B support, or product sampling? Many part-time workers already have experience in these roles and can plug into operations quickly.
Platforms like Anytime Work let startups post jobs, screen applicants, and fill roles within hours, not weeks.
A delivery-focused kitchen uses part-time prep staff during weekend surges, saving over 40% in labour costs compared to hiring full-time cooks.
A local skincare startup hired part-time retail staff to manage pop-up booths during peak shopping periods—without committing to permanent headcount.
An experiential events company builds a flexible roster of part-time brand ambassadors, promo crew, and runners for campaigns across Singapore.
Startups need speed—but also reliability. Here’s how to get it right:
This minimises hiring friction and ensures smooth scaling.
With Anytime, Anywork, startups can:
It’s everything a growing startup needs to scale lean and fast—without sacrificing control.
Singapore’s startup ecosystem is fast-moving—and hiring needs to keep pace. By leveraging part-time talent, early-stage companies can:
If you’re a founder trying to do more with less, hiring part-time may be your smartest first move.
Jonathan Herbsman is the CEO and co-founder of Anytime AnyWork, a flexible staffing platform connecting businesses with reliable part-time workers in Singapore. With a deep understanding of the gig economy and a passion for empowering people through accessible work opportunities, Jonathan leads the company’s mission to revolutionize how businesses hire and how individuals find work. Driven by innovation and data, he combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership to build scalable hiring solutions tailored to the needs of modern workplaces—especially in industries like F&B, retail, logistics, and events. Under his guidance, Anytime AnyWork has grown into a trusted platform for employers seeking quality staff and job seekers looking for flexible, on-demand roles. Jonathan regularly shares insights on workforce trends, part-time employment, and digital hiring strategies to help both employers and workers thrive in today’s fast-moving job market.
