Cold Store Operative - Seasonal 6month contract Location: Kent Farms Department: UK Leaf Farming Reporting to: Harvest Supervisor Company: Vitacress Salads Ltd Pay: £12.21 Hours: 40 per week About Us Vitacress Salads Ltd is a leading supplier of fresh salads and herbs, committed to delivering quality produce through sustainable farming practices. We pride ourselves on innovation, teamwork, and a passion for excellence. The Role We are looking for a Cold Store Operative to join our UK Leaf Farming team. This role is key to operating the intake, cooling, labelling, and dispatch of salad crops, ensuring they are processed efficiently and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Offload harvest trailers and load Arctic lorries with salad crops using a forklift. Operate the vacuum cooler to chill salad crops. Weigh and label salad crops accurately. Process daily orders as instructed by the Harvest Supervisor. Carry out daily checks on equipment in line with operating procedures. Assist with general farm duties during quieter periods, including weeding, cleaning, and strimming. Working Conditions Farm-based role, working inside the cold store and outdoors when required. Physically demanding tasks requiring strength and stamina. What We’re Looking For Experience & Skills: Physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks. A reasonable level of spoken English for Health & Safety communication. Ability to work well in a team and adapt to changing priorities. Willingness to work overtime when required. Qualifications (Ideal): Driving licence. Forklift licence. Personal Attributes: Hardworking and motivated. Team player with a positive attitude. Safety-conscious and proactive. Interested? Apply now to join a team that values hard work, safety, and collaboration.