Custom Chef Shoes in Waffle Knit with Embossing

Custom Chef Shoes — Waffle Knit with Embossing

We build chef shoes programmes from a tech pack or a physical reference sample. This Waffle Knit version is developed for brands that need a repeatable specification: the same cloth, the same hand feel and the same fit on every reorder. Fabric, trims, embossing and packaging are all specifiable, so the garment stays consistent across seasons and across production runs.

Most buyers come to us after one of these problems: color drift between lab dips and bulk fabric, or long lead times that miss the selling season. Our response is to fix the specification first — fabric weight, shrinkage allowance, stitch density and tolerance — before a single bulk metre is cut.

Specification

What you can customise

• Contrast Stitching — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Ultrasonic Welding — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Placement Printing — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Acid Wash — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Woven Label — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Custom Zip Puller — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.
• Laser Cutting — available on Waffle Knit, quoted per position and per colour.

How we produce it

1. Tech pack review and fabric confirmation
2. Lab dips or print strike-off for approval
3. Pattern making, grading and a Waffle Knit-spec prototype
4. Fit sample and wearer test, then a pre-production sample
5. Bulk cutting with embossing applied under controlled settings
6. In-line inspection, final AQL 2.5 inspection and packing

Typical applications

• Sports Teams and Clubs — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Religious and Community — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Trade Shows and Exhibitions — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Surf and Swim Brands — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes
• Real Estate Agencies — chef shoes uniforms, staff wear or resale programmes

Quality control

Every bulk order is checked against the approved sample for shade, hand feel, measurements and workmanship. We record shrinkage, colour fastness and seam strength on the first bulk lot and hold the data as the reference for reorders, so chef shoes batches stay comparable over time. Inspection photos and the measurement report are sent before the balance payment is due.

FAQ

Can you match a specific colour?

Yes. Send us a Pantone TCX reference or a physical swatch. We return lab dips for approval and hold bulk shade within the agreed tolerance band before cutting.

What file formats do you need for artwork?

Vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) give the best print and embroidery results. For raster artwork please supply at least 300 dpi at the final print size. We digitise embroidery files in-house and return a sew-out photo for approval.

What is the minimum order quantity?

Standard programmes start at 500 pieces per style and colour. We can split sizes across a size set, and for first orders we often accept a mixed-colour run to help you test the market.

How is shipping handled?

We quote EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP. Consolidated sea freight is the default for bulk programmes, with air or express options when a launch date is at risk.

Start your chef shoes programme

Book a 20-minute call with our merchandising team and get a written quotation within 48 hours.