Which kitchen shoes to choose?

The food industry requires the wearing of adapted safety shoes to ensure comfort, hygiene, well-being and above all safety at work. Indeed, it is essential to see in detail the requirements of your job and your needs to better choose your equipment.

Catering professionals are forced to stand for long hours on often wet floors and are exposed to splashes of hot liquids and trampling. Thus, their kitchen shoes must therefore be extremely resistant and comfortable.

Kitchen shoes for men and women: which model to choose?

There are several styles of kitchen shoes for men or women. Most are casual in design like Clogs and some are a bit more understated. However, all models meet the required standards.

Lightweight black or white kitchen clogs

It is very important to take into account the lightness of a pair of kitchen shoes. Indeed, the day may be long and you may feel a heavy sensation that would reduce your efficiency and your performance. The ideal would be to opt for kitchen clogs that are both comfortable , lightweight, and suitable for prolonged wear and permanent mobility.

Non-slip and non-slip kitchen safety sneakers

In the restaurant business, accidents are inevitable. The workers are close to the hotplates and are thus confronted with dangers such as the risk of burns or slipping. To avoid this, wearing well-fitting shoes is recommended.

The kitchen trainers have a microfiber lining that is ideal for cooks. The latter protects their feet from heat and sharp objects. These safety shoes also have non-slip soles that prevent possible accidental falls due to wet ground.

High-end kitchen moccasins

All high-end kitchen moccasins are easily washable thanks to their unique design and high-quality materials. This work shoe comes in two colors, white and black.

The kitchen moccasins provide maximum comfort and optimal safety against slipping. There are also waterproof models that are waterproof, and protect your feet against shocks, crushing and hot liquids.

What are the requirements for professional kitchen shoes?

Kitchen shoes must first have a leather upper or a synthetic material such as microfiber. There are several models that contain important criteria such as resistance to water infiltration and splashing.

kitchen shoes must also have an outsole SRC and SRA standard anti-slip. The other pairs are HRO standardized thanks to their high heat resistance.

One of the most important features of a pair of kitchen shoes is also the breathability to prevent bad smells. Then there is the protective shell which must be resistant to an impact of 200 joules, as well as a crushing of 15 kN.

And finally, kitchen shoes are often unisex so that they can be worn by both men and women.

Where to find and buy kitchen shoes?

The products sold on the Oxwork online store are very varied. It brings together the major brands of safety shoes for each sector of activity. You will find clogs, loafers and kitchen sneakers from Puma, Lemaitre, Robur, Coverguard or Safety Jogger or Maxguard.