Whites Chefs Hats

A tall chef hat is called a toque, and taller versions are sold under names such as Tallboy. It is the traditional upright white kitchen hat, most often worn by head chefs and by brigades working in open kitchens where customers can see them.

Chef hats keep hair and perspiration away from food, which is a basic food safety measure in any commercial kitchen. They also identify kitchen staff to the rest of the team and give the brigade a consistent look in front of customers.

A tall hat gives the traditional chef presentation and is usually worn by head chefs and in open kitchens. A peaked cap sits lower and stays in place during fast movement, so it suits grill and fryer sections and staff moving between the kitchen and storage.

Whites Chefs hats are listed in sized options as well as one-size styles, so a brigade can be fitted rather than issued a single size for everyone. Check the sizing shown on the specific line before ordering for a whole team.

Polycotton chef hats are made to be laundered repeatedly as part of a uniform rotation. Wash them as often as the rest of the uniform and keep spares, so every shift starts with a clean hat and worn hats can be taken out of service.