Bernardushof is a large asparagus farm. During the season we work with around 150 people. We try to create a safe, respectful and friendly place to work and live. Many workers come back to us every year,

• We work during the asparagus season (may - june). This is the busy time of the year.

• Tasks are divided by type of work:

  • Field work (mostly men): cutting asparagus in the field.

  • Sorting and packing (mostly women): sorting by size and quality and packing for sale

• Everyone works together as one team to make the harvest successful.

Experience with asparagus is not required. We will teach you everything.

3. Housing

We provide housing for all seasonal workers.

Our accommodation includes:

• Heating

• Kitchen

• Toilet and bathroom

• Fridge and freezer

• Beds and bed linen

You do not need to bring your own mattresses or blankets.

We try to place couples and family members together in the same room or house when possible, so you can stay together during the season.

• We normally work 5 days and 1 day off after.

• We try to give couples the same free day, so you can rest together.

• Your working hours start when the workday begins, including the drive to the fields if the distance is longer. You do not lose time because of transport to the field.

We offer bonuses for good performance as a reward for hard work and quality. This gives you the chance to earn extra money if you work well.

Your salary is paid by bank transfer, usually once per month, according to our agreement.

No experience is required. We give you time and help to learn.

• Experienced workers show you step by step how to do the job.

• We explain how to keep the quality of the asparagus high.

• There is always someone to ask if you have questions or problems, in the field and in the packing area.

We want you to feel comfortable, learn quickly and become part of the team.

We provide

For seasonal workers from other countries we try to make your stay as easy as possible. We provide:

• Housing: heated, with kitchen, toilet, fridge, freezer and bed linen.

• Work equipment: gloves, knives for cutting and peeling, aprons and rain clothes such as boots and raincoats if needed.

• Healthcare support: help with basic medical care and making appointments with doctors if necessary.

• Transport: we organise transport between the accommodation and the work locations.

• Arrival: if you arrive during working hours we will welcome you personally. If you arrive later in the evening or at night, we will prepare a key for you and explain where to find it.

You must bring

Please bring:

• Personal documents: passport, ID card and any work permits if needed.

• Clothing: work clothes suitable for outdoor work and for different weather conditions, and normal clothes for your free time.

• Toiletries: soap, shampoo, toothpaste and other personal care products.

• Kitchen items: cooking pans and cutlery (forks, knives, spoons).

You do NOT need to bring

You do not need to bring:

• Heating devices or air conditioning units

• Washing machine

These things are already available.