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Hospitality
Chef coats are double- or single-breasted kitchen jackets worn by executive chefs, sous chefs, line cooks and pastry teams in hotels, restaurants and catering. You can choose fabric, closure, sleeve length, colour, piping and embroidered branding or names. To order, request a quote with roles, quantities and sizes.
Overview
Commercial kitchens in the UAE are hot even with extraction and air-conditioning, so a chef coat has to balance protection from splashes and heat with breathability. The traditional double-breasted design gives two layers of fabric across the chest and can be reversed to hide stains during service. Single-breasted, snap-front and short-sleeve styles are lighter and suit fast-paced or casual kitchens.
100% cotton is the classic choice because it breathes and is less likely to melt than polyester if it touches a hot surface, but it creases and stains more readily. Poly-cotton is easier to care for, resists wrinkles and keeps colour through frequent washing. Many coats add mesh ventilation panels under the arms or across the back for comfort in hot kitchens.
Details signal rank and brand. Executive chefs often wear white with contrast piping or black knot (cloth) buttons, while line teams may wear black or coloured coats with studs that can be removed before washing. Embroidered hotel or restaurant logos and chef names are standard. Coordinate coats with aprons, trousers and caps so the kitchen looks consistent.
Specifications
Typical construction options for this garment. The exact specification is agreed and recorded in your quotation.
Fabrics
Common fabric options and where each works best. Compare fibres and weights in the fabric guide.
100% cotton
180–240 GSM
Best for: Executive and fine-dining chefs
Breathable and less likely to melt near heat; creases and needs pressing. May shrink without pre-shrinking.
Typically 65% polyester / 35% cotton
180–220 GSM
Best for: High-volume kitchens and commercial laundry
Easy care, colour-stable and wrinkle-resistant; slightly less breathable than cotton.
Typically 65% cotton / 35% polyester
180–220 GSM
Best for: Teams wanting cotton comfort with easier care
A compromise between breathability and durability.
Poly-cotton or polyester with elastane; polyester mesh panels
150–190 GSM
Best for: Hot kitchens and open-kitchen line teams
Cooler and more flexible; check that mesh areas are away from direct heat.
Customisation
Each method suits different fabrics, logos and quantities. We confirm the method, size and position with a mock-up before production.
Availability of each method for your garment and quantity is confirmed on your quotation.
The standard method for chef coats: logos on the chest, names and titles above the pocket or on the sleeve. Withstands hot washing.
Woven labels and branded loops for hotel or restaurant group programmes.
For restaurant groups wanting their own designed coat with branded trims and labels, subject to quantity.
Rarely recommended on chef coats because transfers may not tolerate hot industrial washing or heat exposure.
Sizing & ordering
Size ranges, colours, minimum quantities, prices and timelines depend on the garment, fabric and branding you choose. They are confirmed in writing on your quotation rather than estimated here.
Sizing differs between garment ranges, so the measured size chart for the exact garment quoted is supplied with your quotation. Collect staff measurements at these points, then compare them with that chart.
Fabric care
Care that keeps colour, shape and branding looking right through repeated washing.
General guidance only. Always follow the care label on the supplied garment.
Buying advice
Cotton suits chefs who value breathability and have coats pressed. Poly-cotton suits high-volume kitchens and commercial laundries. Vented styles help in hot line kitchens.
Chefs commonly change coats daily, so plan several coats per person to cover laundry cycles, plus spares for new starters.
Piping, button colour or coat colour can distinguish executive, sous and commis chefs while keeping a consistent brand.
Knot buttons look traditional but must survive washing; removable studs need to be collected before laundry. Choose the closure that suits how coats are cleaned.
| Fabric | Breathability | Behaviour near heat | Care | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% cotton | High | Chars rather than melts | Needs pressing; may shrink | Executive and fine dining |
| Poly-cotton | Moderate | Polyester content can melt with direct contact | Easy care, colour-stable | High-volume kitchens |
| Cotton-rich blend | Good | Better than poly-rich blends | Moderate care | Balanced choice |
| Stretch with mesh | High in vented areas | Keep mesh away from direct heat | Cool wash recommended | Hot line kitchens |
FAQ
The double layer adds protection from splashes and heat, and the front can be re-buttoned the other way to hide stains during service.
Cotton is more breathable and less likely to melt near heat; poly-cotton is easier to care for and holds colour. Many kitchens choose a cotton-rich blend as a compromise.
Yes, names and titles are a common addition. Cost and timing for individual names are confirmed in your quotation.
Standard chef coats are not flame-retardant. If your operation requires certified protective clothing, it must be specified and supplied as a certified product.
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