Food industry: which kitchen apron to choose?

Short, long, with bib, half-chef, with or without pockets, cotton, stain-resistant... There are almost as many kitchen aprons as there are cooks. If you are a professional in food trades or catering, you are in the right place to find your gem in our wide selection of work clothing.

Summary: 

• Kitchen apron vs service apron
• How to choose your kitchen apron
• Our selection of kitchen aprons

The first criterion to consider when choosing the apron that will suit you best is the profession practiced. Indeed, a cook or a professional in food trades (fishmonger, confectioner, chocolatier, butcher-delicatessen, baker-pastry chef...) will need more of a comfortable and protective kitchen apron. Conversely, a server, bartender or sommelier will rather opt for a service apron that combines comfort and elegance. This work garment has also become a powerful vector for promotion and image for companies. Choosing an apron can therefore become a real headache. Fortunately, at vetsecurite.com, we offer a wide choice of work aprons and service aprons at an unbeatable price. And if you're still hesitating, this guide will help you make an informed choice!

There are several criteria to consider when choosing the right kitchen apron.

Material

The composition of the kitchen apron is paramount. Indeed, the chosen fabric affects not only the durability of the garment, but also its feel and visual appearance. Most kitchen aprons are made of either cotton, polycotton or leather.

• Cotton: lovers of natural fibers will opt for cotton which is breathable, flexible and soft to the touch.

• Polycotton: blend of cotton and polyester which is ideal for professionals looking for a kitchen apron that is easy to care for and less expensive.

• Leather: natural and noble material. Very resistant, the leather kitchen apron is both firm and warm.

Length

There are three sizes of kitchen aprons:

• Long apron: it can be long like the popular bib apron which is characterized by a neck strap and waist ties. It is useful both at home and for head chefs. This full apron protects the entire body.

• Half apron: the half-chef apron or half apron is a kitchen apron that only protects the lower body. It generally extends to mid-thigh, but some can fall to mid-calf. These waist aprons can be used by servers in bistros and cafés as well as by chefs who want to protect their kitchen pants without hiding their kitchen blouses.

• Short apron: the short apron protects the lower body without restricting mobility. It is mainly used by servers. It is also appreciated in hot weather

Fabric thickness

Just like the material and shape of the apron, fabric thickness influences the weight of the apron and therefore also wearing comfort and freedom of movement. If you wear your kitchen or service apron daily, you need to find a compromise between a fabric that is too thin, not very durable, and a fabric that is too thick which would then be too rigid, uncomfortable. Temperatures can also influence the choice of thickness. Indeed, it is better to favor a thin fabric in summer to avoid overheating! The thickness of a fabric is expressed in grams per square meter (g/m²). A light fabric is less than 200g/m² while a thick fabric exceeds 270g/m².

Easy Care

The easiest kitchen apron to maintain is made of polycotton, as it keeps its shape even after numerous machine washes. The cotton apron is machine washable, but with certain precautions. Indeed, cotton does not appreciate high temperatures at the risk of shrinking when washed. Leather is simple to maintain daily because it is enough to wipe with a damp sponge to remove most stains, but since it cannot be machine washed, it is more difficult to clean it "thoroughly".

Durability

If you want your apron to last over time, opt for a kitchen apron with reinforced seams with double or triple topstitching. Also opt for recognized brands that have built their reputation on the quality of their products like Molinel or Robur.

Features

Kitchen aprons are also distinguished by their features. Depending on the needs related to your activity and your personal tastes, you can opt for a waterproof kitchen apron, oil-resistant, suitable for extreme temperatures, quick-drying, with a ventral pocket, a pen pocket, a snap closure system, etc.