Cherry Picking

CHERRY PICKERS WANTED – ROXBURGH, CENTRAL OTAGO!

Looking for an exciting summer job? Join our harvest team January 3rd 2027.

We’re a large orchard in Roxburgh, Central Otago, looking for fit, energetic people to join us for cherry harvest.

THE JOB
You’ll be working outdoors, handpicking cherries into buckets weighing 5kg when full. A good level of fitness, a positive attitude, and attention to detail are important.

GREAT EARNING POTENTIAL
We pay piece rates, meaning the more you pick, the more you earn! It’s a great opportunity to make good money over a short period.

• Top pickers can earn $250–$300+ per day
• Extra earning potential through bonuses
• No experience? No worries! We’ll help first-time pickers improve their speed and picking technique so they can become top pickers too.
• With over one-third of our cherry crop protected by rain covers, we’re working to give our team the best possible harvest season.

️ ACCOMMODATION & TRANSPORT
Accommodation options include dorm-style beds, tent sites, and van sites. Shared kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities are available.

A daily van service runs from the main street of Roxburgh, just a 5-minute walk from the accommodation.

☀️ Ready to spend your summer earning money in Central Otago?

Get in touch for more information, or check us out on Facebook and Instagram!

We look forward to welcoming you to our harvest team!