With busy times just around the corner, the hospitality industry will be well and truly back in the swing of festive celebrations and events.
Planning for these events with the right hospitality wear for your team's needs is important.
You might think all aprons are the same, but there are actually a lot of factors to consider. As a hospitality manager, it's important to choose the right aprons for your waitstaff to get the best performance from your team.
With so many different styles and materials available, it can be tricky to know which is the best option.
We'll discuss some of the key factors you need to consider when choosing aprons for your event staff and also provide some tips on how to find the perfect apron for your business and wait staff.
Do aprons come in a variety of shapes, fabrics and sizes?
Yes! There’s a lot to consider for your wait staff when it comes to selecting the right apron.
Hospitality managers who are responsible for outfitting wait staff have a few factors to consider when choosing aprons.
The most important factor is matching your team's appearance to your event or venue. Fine dining establishments will want a more sleek and elegant look, whereas a more casual cafe may prefer a more relaxed and comfortable look, and events require the perfect match to the "flavour" of the event.
The next factor to consider is the size and shape of the apron. Aprons come in a variety of sizes and shapes, so it's important to choose one that flatters the figure and allows for easy movement. Consider to the size variances within your team. You wouldn't want tiny aprons on hulky guys, and you wouldn't want wrap around aprons on petite staff.
Last but not least, don't forget to consider the fabric. No matter the hospitality venue or event, you'll want to choose an apron made from a durable and easy-to-clean fabric.
With a little bit of planning, you can find the perfect aprons to complete your hospitality team's look.
What are the key features to look for when choosing an apron for your waitstaff?
Event service staff and foodservice professionals know that the right apron can make a big difference. Hospitality managers want their staff to look professional, and choosing an apron is an important part of that process.
When selecting an apron for your waitstaff, there are several key features to keep in mind:
Fabric
Aprons come in a variety of fabrics, from lightweight linens to durable organic cotton
Choose a fabric that will be comfortable for your staff to wear and that will hold up well to repeated washings
Style
Bib aprons offer more coverage than waist aprons, making them a good choice for servers who will be handling food
However, waist aprons are look more sophisticated and and suit a fine dining environment.
Details
Aprons with pockets can be helpful for servers who need to keep track of utensils or other small items.
Choose an apron colour that complements your restaurant's decor and brand identity.
Are there eco-friendly options to consider when investing in aprons?
With the growing awareness of the impact of our clothing choices on the environment, more and more people are looking for eco-friendly options when it comes to their own wardrobes.
When it comes to hospitality uniforms, here are a few things to consider if you want to choose an eco-friendly option.
First, look for aprons made from sustainable materials like 100% organic cotton.
Choose aprons that are designed to last, such as those made with durable stitching and companies who offer lifetime sewing repairs.
Choose aprons which have no plastic components. Look at the straps and buckles to see what they are made from. Are the straps labelled "vegan friendly leather" as vegan friendly leather is typically plastic and are the buckles made from plastic, as plastic is not planet friendly.
Choose aprons which are vegan friendly, and have no animal by-products in them such as leather.
Choose an aprons company that has zero tolerance for plastic packaging in it's packaging.
Choose an apron company that offers carbon-neutral delivery.
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Cream Collection offers a variety of stylish and functional aprons perfect for any restaurant and hospitality business.
Our hospitality aprons are made with high-quality materials and construction that will hold up to daily wear and tear.
We know that a well-fitting, attractive apron can make your wait staff look polished and professional.
That’s why we offer several different styles and colours to choose from – so you can find the perfect match for your establishment.
Store owner replied:
Wow! What awesome pics Josh, you look great as usual :) Thanks for your ongoing support.
Whether working the grill, pass or larder. You are always going to look good in the shirt. Comfortable & cool (if you are standing over a coal grill for 12hrs you are gonna sweat no matter what you wear). Always feel proud rolling into a shift in one of these.
Store owner replied:
Wow! You look great Olly, and Thank you for your beautiful review. It's much appreciated and we are sure this will assist other chefs who work in hot environments and want to look and feel cool. Thank you again.
The apron is well made of a lovely quality material, was well packaged and delivered promptly. Very happy with the purchase!
Store owner replied:
Hi Jullo, we are sorry to hear that you are disappointed, but there are numerous images of the "Mystery pack colour combinations" and as it is a Mystery pack with a saving of $32, is no specific colour that you can order. There are numerous images of the various colour combinations for this product, so it is a "mystery pack" as to what colour you will receive. Please feel free to reach out to us directly to see how we can turn your disappointment into a win, as we are here to assist at any time. Hope this helps.
I love the product, comfy and cool to wear. Special the apron really love it with the design.
Store owner replied:
Hi Phillip, thanks for taking the time to leave your comment - glad that you appreciate the quality of the apron which is made here in Australia. You're absolutely correct, this is lightweight denim as we mention on the website. Although it feels lightweight, these aprons last for many years and are absolutely loved by our chefs and I hope that they'll become a firm favourite of yours too. I'm here to assist with any questions you may have.
Store owner replied:
That's great to know that the aprons are comfortable to wear, thanks Nika, your comment is very much appreciated.
I was excited to order and received my 100% organic cotton chef Jackets and Aprons but was disappointed to find that there is a 2% spandex (Lycra) which takes away from the organic that you promote so strongly. Is there a reason for this and why isn’t it on your website under fabric content.
As far as I know the addition of spandex to your products takes it away from the circular economy as it is a synthetic material and makes the whole garment no recyclable.
I have been a chef for over 30 years and don’t think I have ever come across a chefs Jacket with spandex in it (polyester yes) A good fit should make putting a stretch material unnecessary.
Store owner replied:
Hi Sion, Thank you for your review. You are 100% correct, and I personally take full responsibility for this. We have added the fabric content this morning on all products. I can assure you we don't intend to mislead anyone - it was an oversight when changing the product descriptions recently. The 98% cotton is certified organic cotton. The 2% addition of spandex is woven in as when we worked with chefs to develop the collection, they wanted an element of stretch in the garments to allow the garments to be more tailored but move with the wearer to make them super comfortable. I will also email you directly to assist further.
Love it so light weight and breezy good for working in a fast paced kitchen wile still looking sharp cheer
Store owner replied:
Yay! That's great to hear that you're loving the softness of the fabric. Thanks for letting us know and may you enjoy wearing them for many shifts. xxx
This is probably theee best fitting and comfy jacket I’ve ever owned! I’m going to order a few more in the new year!
Thanks again guys for being so easy about the return due to them not fitting properly!
Thanks
Store owner replied:
You chose well Amanda! So glad he loves the fit and comfort of it. Thanks for letting us know.
Very flattering shirt. My only comment would be that the small is quite small. I’m a straight size 8 and I feel this is more like a size 6.5-7. But I’m still very happy with it.
Store owner replied:
Glad you like the flattering fit of this chef shirt Kaye. Thanks for letting us know about the sizing, we will consider this if we repeat this style in the future.
I have been a professionally trained cook for the past 40 years, so I have come through the traditional whites in a brigade system.
So far one of the best aprons / gear you can see some thought has been put into the design
Very nice
Les
Store owner replied:
Thank YOU Mr Leslie. Sorry you had to wait 40 years to wear "one of the best" but glad you found Cream Collection eventually. Enjoy every moment wearing the gear.
Was a present for my son. He is very happy with it.
Store owner replied:
Thanks Bea for your 5 star review, glad you love the comfort of the chef shirt. Enjoy!
I purchased the white Jo apron. Great quality apron, however the design was slightly different from the other photos of the same apron in different colours. I would prefer the pen pocket to be straight at the top (rather than slanted) and from an aesthetic standpoint I wasn’t fan of the round ring on the neck strap (but that’s probably me being picky)
Store owner replied:
Hi Andrew, Thanks for your 4 star review. I'll contact you about the images as the image of the white apron is as per the image on our website. The reason the pocket opening is slanted is that it is designed for ergonomic reasons, but we understand that every wearer has their personal preferences. Hope you are enjoying the comfort and fit of the apron. Thanks again.
Store owner replied:
Thank you Philipp! What a lovely review you have given, we appreciate it and glad that you are happy with the "insane quality" Thank you again.
