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Collection: Chef Jackets

A chef jacket is the working core of the kitchen uniform. It has to protect against heat and splashes, stay comfortable through a ten-hour shift, survive constant hot washing, and still look sharp when the chef steps out to the pass or into an open kitchen. This range covers classic double-breasted whites, modern black and coloured jackets, and lightweight performance styles built for the hottest sections.

Start with the heat of the kitchen

The biggest factor in choosing a chef jacket is how hot the kitchen runs. A chef on the wok or chargrill needs something very different from a pastry chef or a front-of-house carver. For hot lines, look for lightweight fabric, mesh back or underarm panels, and short sleeves. For cooler sections and presentation work, a heavier cotton or poly-cotton jacket holds its shape and gives more coverage.

Chef jacket styles

Classic double-breasted jackets are the traditional chef whites. The double front adds a layer between the body and the heat of the stove, and it can be rebuttoned the other way to hide a splash mid-service.

Short sleeve jackets keep chefs cooler and keep cuffs away from food and flames, which makes them popular in busy à la carte and café kitchens.

Long sleeve jackets give the most coverage for forearms at the grill, fryer and oven, and suit fine dining and competition presentation.

Lightweight and mesh-back jackets use breathable panels across the back or under the arms to release heat. They're ideal for hot lines and warm Australian summers.

Black and coloured jackets hide marks better than white and suit modern open kitchens and venues that want a uniform matched to their brand.

299 products

Chef Works

Chef Works Springfield Men's Chef Jacket

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Sale price $50.84$46.22 Regular price $56.95$51.77
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Chef Works Springfield Women's Chef Jacket

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Sale price $50.84$46.22 Regular price $56.95$51.77
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Chef Works

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Chef Works Cannes Press Stud Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $43.70$39.73 Regular price $48.95$44.50
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Chef Works Roxby Women's Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $53.52$48.65 Regular price $59.95$54.50
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Chef Works Nepal Men's Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $60.66$55.15 Regular price $67.95$61.77
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Chef Works Hartford Women's Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $53.52$48.65 Regular price $59.95$54.50
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Chef Works Arcadia Men's Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $58.88$53.53 Regular price $65.95$59.95
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Chef Works Tulum Men's Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $58.88$53.53 Regular price $65.95$59.95
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Chef Works Hartford Men's Chef Jacket - White

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Sale price $53.52$48.65 Regular price $59.95$54.50
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Chef Works Sushi Chef Jacket

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Sale price $43.95$39.95 Regular price $49.95$45.41
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Chef Works Varkala Men's Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $58.88$53.53 Regular price $65.95$59.95
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Aussie Chef

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Aussie Chef Prochef Classic White Long Sleeves-S Jacket

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Aussie Chef Prochef Classic White Long Sleeves-M Jacket

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Aussie Chef Prochef Classic Black Long Sleeves-L Jacket

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Chef Works Macquarie Men's Basic Chef Jacket - White

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Sale price $43.70$39.73 Regular price $48.95$44.50
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Chef Works Marbella Chef Jacket

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Chef Works Bristol Signature Men's Series Chef Jacket - Black

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Sale price $53.52$48.65 Regular price $59.95$54.50
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Chef Works Men's Mojave Chef Jacket - Green

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Sale price $69.54$63.22 Regular price $89.95$81.77
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Southside

Southside Harlem Chefs Jacket Black Short Sleeve Mesh - Size L

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Sale price $33.65$30.59 Regular price $38.40$34.91
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Whites Chefs

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Whites Chefs Whites Ladies Fitted Jacket - Size SBB701-S

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Sale price $28.87$26.25 Regular price $32.90$29.91
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Whites Chefs Whites Ladies Fitted Jacket - Size MBB701-M

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Sale price $28.87$26.25 Regular price $32.90$29.91
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Whites Chefs Whites Ladies Fitted Jacket - Size LBB701-L

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Sale price $28.87$26.25 Regular price $32.90$29.91
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Whites Chefs Whites Ladies Fitted Jacket Black - Size SBA110-S

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Sale price $28.87$26.25 Regular price $32.90$29.91
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Whites Chefs Whites Vegas Chefs Jacket Short Sleeve Black Polycotton - Size XSA439-XS

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Sale price $24.08$21.89 Regular price $27.40$24.91
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Choosing the Right Chef Jackets for Your Business

Hospitality Connect stocks 299 chef jackets and chef coats for restaurant, hotel, catering and institutional kitchens. The range covers short and long sleeve jackets in black and white, from Aussie Chef, Chef Works and Whites Chefs.

Sleeve length is usually the first choice. Long sleeves give more protection from splashes and oven heat, while short sleeves run cooler on a hot line and are easier to keep clean at the cuff. Colour is the second decision: white is the traditional kitchen standard and shows a clean uniform in an open kitchen, while black hides marks and suits front-facing service. Fabric weight then decides comfort, since lighter weaves breathe better through summer and heavier weaves last longer through commercial laundering. Order at least two jackets per chef so there is always one out of the wash. Trade pricing applies and delivery is Australia-wide.

More about Chef Jackets

Why buy chef jackets from Hospitality Connect

  • Chef Works and Whites Chefs authorised: Genuine stock with full warranty.
  • Australian-owned with bulk pricing: Volume orders for venue groups land at trade rates.
  • Real warehouse stock: Standard sizes ship same-week; full size range stocked.
  • Embroidery and branding: Logo work coordinated through the trade desk.
  • Replacement single jackets: Order one or two pieces to top up — no minimum order quantity.
  • No-pressure quoting: We'll quote alternatives at different price points so you can choose what fits your budget and timeline.
  • Local delivery and pickup: Same-day pickup from our Melbourne warehouse; freight to all states with tracked dispatch.

Chef jacket care and longevity

  • Wash separately first cycle: Coloured jackets bleed onto whites in the first wash.
  • Don't bleach polycotton: Sodium hypochlorite weakens polyester fibre and yellows whites.
  • Cool wash and tumble dry low: High heat shrinks blends and warps button placement.
  • Spot-treat blood and oil before laundry: Cold water for blood; degreaser for oil.
  • Inspect studs and seams monthly: Replace before they fail mid-service.

Need help choosing? Talk to us

Tell us venue type, headcount and uniform program and we'll quote a jacket fit-out. Trade accounts come with terms.

Tell us about your timeline, fitout stage and the rest of the equipment in the kitchen so we can match the spec to the wider project. We can quote individual SKUs, full kits or staged rollouts depending on your cashflow. Trade accounts include consolidated invoicing across all our supplier brands and net 30 terms once approved.