Operations Assistant

The Salvation Army has been touching lives in Singapore since 1935 and we remain committed in serving the underprivileged in the community without discrimination. To us, every life is precious and we actively help those in need regardless of age, race or religion.

Throughout the years, we have established a comprehensive network of social services to meet a wide range of needs in our community. Our diverse programmes reach out to children who need care and protection, families in material need, ailing aged requiring quality nursing care and other needy segments in our society.

Our spiritual ministry also reaches out to the people in the community to provide counsel to those in need. We are there to help guide those in need towards finding their identity and purpose in life.

The Salvation Army, Singapore - Peacehaven Nursing Home

With a capacity of around 430 beds, Peacehaven provides compassionate, individualized, holistic care to all without discrimination. We offer a comprehensive gamut of services to care for the sick, frail and elderly who have physical or mental disabilities with minimal or no appropriate caregiver support at home.

Peacehaven has also been awarded the bizSAFE level 4 status which affirms our commitment to safety and health standards at the workplace.

Job Description

The Operations Assistant shall support the Senior / Executive, Operations to ensure the smooth daily running of the Kitchen, Laundry, and General Logistic Support within the Nursing Home.

A. Laundry

• Collect and distribute linens
• Handle and treat soiled and infectious linens safely 
• Ensure safe and proper handling of washers, dryers, and chemicals
• Fold cleaned linens
• Report any maintenance issues within the Laundry Area to Senior / Executive, Operations   
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) 
• Perform general cleaning at the end of each day
• Assist with laundry counts and audits

B. Kitchen

• Wash and clean of kitchen equipment
• Wash, cut and prepare food
• Delivery of items (e.g., Food) to and from the Wards
• Perform any other tasks related to the kitchen and laundry operations, including area cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards.

Qualification

Qualifications & Requirements

• Able to communicate in basic English.
• Food Safety Officer Course Level 1 preferred
• Prior experience in Kitchen and Laundry operations preferred.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Able to work independently and multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Able to work on weekends and on shifts 

Other Information

Working Hours

Total working hours are 44 hours, 6 days per week (according to roster)

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - The Salvation Army Singapore