Seasonal Jobs | A.J & C.I Snell | Award-Winning Fruit Growers

The job

As one of the UK’s leading growers of fresh and frozen fruit, A.J & C.I Snell proudly supplies major supermarkets across the country. From February to April, our work focuses on tunnel construction and planting, offering employees the chance to work up to 5 days a week (39 hours). During the peak harvest season, from May to October, we focus on picking strawberries, raspberries, blackcurrants, blackberries, and blueberries. During this time, we operate 6 days a week, providing opportunities for increased hours, with employees working approximately 48 hours per week.

Picking is hard work

Picking is demanding and there is an element of bending and lifting. You will be required to pick target kilograms of berries per hour, on a piece work basis. The target will depend on the quality of the crop, the weather and time of the season.

During the summer months work starts early; we aim to pick the fruit in the cooler part of the day. All the berries are grown in different ways. All strawberries are grown on a table top system and with excellent access to the fruit. Training will be given for the correct picking of each fruit type. Most employees develop and good technique within the first seven to ten days, full training is provided.

Earn more than the NLW

There is the opportunity to earn substantially more than the NLW based on:

Quality of berries you pick | How much you pick | How long you pick for

Depending on the availability of work (which depends on customer demand, time of season and the weather) we will normally work 6 days a week. and usually up to 48 hours, this may increase to 60 hours during the peak harvest period. You will have one day off a week, this is determined by the sales / supply into the retailers and is usually a Saturday.

All seasonal workers must be aware that crops can be delayed by weather conditions. This means you may work less than five days per week, but with a minimum of 32 hours. If this happens it is generally for a short period of time and most workers can make this time back as the season gets busier. You will be paid fortnightly. The money will be transferred to your personal account or to pre-paid bank card that we will originate for you as part of our induction process.

How we support our workers

We have a full time accommodation and welfare manager, who is available living on site, this enables us to fully support our workers with all the services you need:

Arranged bus transport for supermarket shopping, each week

Accommodation and welfare manager who will look after you during your stay at A.J and C.I Snell

Organised trips to local tourist attractions, and encourage our employees to interact with each other and the wider community.

Booking transport to doctors, dentist and hospital appointments if you need them

Towns and cities near us

Hereford

The City of Hereford straddles the banks of the River Wye and is the natural center of Herefordshire life.

With a friendly market town atmosphere, Hereford has been the market and commercial center of our Herefordshire farming communities for hundreds of years. There are lots of things to do, not least indulging in some shopping! Wander around the independent stores in the historical center and call in to the adjacent brand spanking new prestigious Old Market, built on the site of the old livestock market. This market has a new, modern home just outside Hereford on Roman Road featuring regular auction sales of the region’s livestock.

Places to visit: 13th Century Mappa Mundi at Hereford Cathedral, The Cider Museum, The Discover Herefordshire Centre, The Courtyard Theatre and The black and white house

Ross-on-Wye

There’s no mistaking Ross-on-Wye in south Herefordshire as a market town. St Mary’s Church spire has shaped the skyline of Ross on Wye for over 700 years.
Perched dramatically above the River Wye, Ross is the southern gateway to Herefordshire, the Wye Valley & Forest of Dean and the dramatic Symonds Yat.
Draped on a hill, the centre of Ross is rapidly gaining a reputation as a town that celebrates independent shops. From clothing and couture to furnishings, food, and fantastic places to stop and unwind – it’s a thriving place for those who prefer their high street a little less corporate.
If scenery that leaves you breathless is your thing, then a stop at The Prospect viewpoint in St Mary’s Churchyard in Ross or a stroll along part of the Wye Valley Walk is a must.

Ledbury

Nestled at the foot of the Malvern Hills to the east of Hereford, Ledbury is a haven for poetry and culture. The area has seduced and provoked more than its fair share of notable Poets. It’s not hard to see why.
Climb above the town to the Malvern Hills, or the nearby Marcle Ridge and marvel at the as-far-as-the-eye-can-see landscape. You just can’t help but be inspired. The surrounding countryside is an unspoilt mix of orchards, rolling fields, woodlands and meadows that is teeming with wildlife.
Big enough to be bustling and vibrant, but small enough to keep a strong sense of community, Ledbury is a market town with a unique feel. At the center of Ledbury is the Black and White Grade 1 listed Market Hall. Built in 1653 by the King’s Carpenter John Abel – it is one of the finest examples in England and still hosts markets on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Seasonal jobs are available at A.J & C.I Snell

We are proud to welcome employees from the UK, Eastern Europe and Central Asia

The job

Want to work outdoors and as a team?

Picking is hard work

Rates of pay

Earn more than the NLW

Location

Windmill Hill

Pencoyd Court Farm

Accommodation

How we support our workers

Towns and cities near us

Hereford

Ross-on-Wye

Ledbury

Interested in working for us?