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Farmer Picker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Night Picker

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Night Picker

Austin, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

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With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Night Picker

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

New

Night Picker

Houston, TX · On-site

$22/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Night Picker

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

New

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Order Picker

Falconer, NY · On-site

$19.35/hr

The Order Picker will retrieve stock to fill customer orders and transport items to the shipping dock for loading. 40+ hours a week. Starting pay $19.35/hr. This is a 3rd shift position Sunday thru ...

Order Picker

Falconer, NY · On-site

$19.35/hr

The Order Picker will retrieve stock to fill customer orders and transport items to the shipping dock for loading. 40+ hours a week. Starting pay $19.35/hr. This is a 3rd shift position Sunday thru ...

Night Picker

Houston, TX · On-site

$22/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Night Picker

Austin, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Night Picker

Dallas, TX · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Keeping farm clean * Catch loose chickens * Help with other farm projects as needed Egg Picker - Responsibilities include but not limited to: * Wear egg carrier with stack of egg trays * Walk an ...

Night Picker

Dallas, TX · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

Driver (Tractor/Trailer)

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Deliver feed, eggs, and farm supplies to local farms * Pick up eggs and transport to processing facility * Load and unload product (forklift/pallet jack when needed) * Complete basic delivery ...

Night Picker

Dallas, TX · On-site

$21 - $22/hr

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends ... Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several ...

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How much do farmer picker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for farmer picker in the United States is $16.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a farmer picker?

Farmer Pickers are agricultural workers responsible for harvesting crops by hand or with the aid of simple tools. They typically pick fruits, vegetables, or other produce on farms, ensuring that only ripe and undamaged items are collected. The work can be physically demanding and may require standing, bending, or lifting for long periods. Farmer Pickers play a crucial role in the food supply chain by helping to bring fresh produce from the fields to consumers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a farmer picker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Farmer Picker, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and reliability, often with experience in agricultural or manual labor roles. Familiarity with harvesting tools, packing equipment, and sometimes basic machinery operation is typically required. Strong teamwork, time management, and the ability to follow instructions are important soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining crop quality, ensuring efficient harvests, and supporting the overall productivity of farm operations.

What are some common challenges farmer pickers face during peak harvest season?

Farmer Pickers often experience long hours, physically demanding tasks, and exposure to varying weather conditions during peak harvest times. They may need to work quickly to ensure crops are picked at the optimal ripeness, which can be challenging when dealing with large volumes. Additionally, Farmer Pickers must pay attention to quality standards and handle produce carefully to prevent damage, all while working as part of a coordinated team to meet tight deadlines.

What is the difference between Farmer Picker vs Farm Worker?

AspectFarmer PickerFarm Worker
Primary DutiesHarvesting crops, selecting ripe produceGeneral farm tasks including planting, tending, and harvesting
Required SkillsManual dexterity, knowledge of cropsVaried skills depending on tasks, physical stamina
Work EnvironmentFields, orchards, farmsFields, greenhouses, farm facilities
CertificationsNone typically requiredNone typically required

Farmer Pickers focus specifically on harvesting and selecting crops, often working in fields or orchards. Farm Workers perform a broader range of farm-related tasks, including planting, tending, and harvesting. Both roles usually do not require formal certifications but are essential in agricultural operations.

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Infographic showing various Farmer Picker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $35,221 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Hardie's Fresh Foods

Hardie's Fresh Foods has been delivering the freshest produce and finest specialty ingredients to Texas kitchens for over 80 years. Family-owned and Texas-proud, Hardie's started with a single truck and a passion for quality. Today, we're a trusted partner to chefs, restaurants, and foodservice professionals across the Lone Star State—supplying everything from peak-season fruits and vegetables to artisan cheeses, premium olive oils, chocolates, and center-of-the-plate proteins like meats and seafood. With deep relationships across local farms and global producers, we stay ahead of culinary trends while staying true to what matters: dependable service, outstanding quality, and helping chefs create memorable menus. Rooted in tradition, driven by innovation—Hardie's is here to fuel kitchens with the ingredients that make food shine.

Position Summary:

Receives, stores, and distributes material, tools, equipment, and products within establishments by performing the following duties.

What You'll Do:
  • Reads production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Conveys materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
  • Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, or product code.
  • Sorts and stores perishable goods in refrigerated rooms.
  • Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to production workers or assembly line.
  • Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves or conveys orders to packing station or shipping department and prepare for shipping.
  • Marks materials with identifying information.
  • Opens bales, crates, and other containers.
  • Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed.
  • Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards. Assists in billing process.
  • Arranges stock parts in specified sequence for assembly by other workers by location.
  • Uses computer to enter records.
  • Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications.
  • Drives vehicle to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations for shipment.
About You:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The above job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Perks & Benefits:
  • Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays
  • Health, Dental and Medical Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Life Insurance
  • 5% above cost for our high-quality food products
  • Employee discounts for travel and events
  • 401k
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Chefs' Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. We are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.


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About Chefs' Warehouse

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The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( WWW.CHEFSWAREHOUSE.COM ) is North America's leading distributor of specialty, protein and broadline offerings, providing the world's greatest ingredients to North America's best chefs for over three decades. From the most dish-dazzling center of the plate proteins to the highly sophisticated and luxurious ingredients to integrate across any menu, The Chefs' Warehouse provides their large base of more than 35,000 customers a world-class variety of products that are 2nd to none: supporting chefs in their pursuit of culinary excellence and making their wildest culinary visions a reality.

Industry

Food and beverage stores

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Ridgefield, CT, US

Year founded

1985