Southside

Southside supplies hospitality workwear, and Hospitality Connect lists 49 Southside lines. The range covers bib aprons and short aprons in denim, cotton, black and tan, along with chefs jackets for kitchen and front-of-house staff.

A bib apron covers the chest and lap and protects the whole front of the uniform, which suits kitchen and dish work. A short or waist apron covers from the waist down and leaves the shirt visible, which suits floor and bar staff.

Denim is heavier, wears in over time and hides marks well, which suits front-of-house staff and baristas. Lighter cotton breathes better and feels cooler through a long shift in a hot kitchen, so the choice depends on where the apron is worn.

Southside aprons listed at Hospitality Connect come in colours including denim, black and tan. Venues usually pick a colour that sits with the rest of the uniform, since aprons are the most visible garment on a floor or bar team.

A chefs jacket uses heavier fabric and a double layer across the chest to give protection from heat, steam and splashes. It is also cut to be worn all shift and to look presentable if the chef comes out to the dining room.