How to Care for Your Chef Coat and Work Shirt

Quick answer

Extend the life of your chef coat and work shirt by washing in cool water, avoiding bleach, and air-drying or using low heat. Treat stains promptly and store on hangers to maintain shape.

Step-by-step care routine

1. Pre-treat stains before washing: Apply a small amount of liquid detergent or stain remover directly to stains, then let it sit for 10-15 minutes. For grease, use a degreasing dish soap. Common mistake: rubbing the stain can spread it. Blot instead.
2. Wash in cool water with mild detergent: Set your machine to a gentle cycle with cool or warm water (max 40°C). Avoid bleach; use oxygen-based whitener for white coats. Turn shirts inside out to protect color. Checkpoint: hot water sets stains, so always use cool for protein-based spills.
3. Dry on low heat or air-dry: Remove from washer promptly. Hang chef coats on a padded hanger to air-dry, or tumble dry on low heat. Work shirts can be line-dried or tumble dried on low. Common mistake: high heat shrinks cotton blends and fades colors.
4. Iron or steam while slightly damp: Use a steam iron on the cotton setting. For chef coats, press collars and cuffs first. For work shirts, iron the body and sleeves, avoiding buttons. Checkpoint: ironing when bone-dry can scorch fabric; keep a light mist of water handy.
5. Store on hangers, not folded: Hang chef coats on wide, padded hangers to maintain shoulder shape. Work shirts can be hung or folded, but hanging prevents wrinkles. Common mistake: folding white coats can cause permanent crease lines.

Products to care for

• Women's Chef Coat - White: Classic white chef coat tailored for women, part of the Women's Chef Coats collection, currently on sale. White coats require extra stain vigilance; treat spills immediately to avoid permanent marks.

  

• Long Sleeve Work Shirt - Warm Grey: Long sleeve work shirt in warm grey, designed for durability and comfort in busy kitchens or workshops. The neutral grey color hides minor stains better than white, but still needs proper washing to maintain color and fabric strength.