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THE CHANGING CHEF HAT These days, a modern chef hat is tall to allow for the circulation of air above the head and also provides an outlet for heat. This type of hat is called a "toque blanche" (French for "white hat"). They are worn because the health department requires restaurant employees to wear a hat or hair restraint of some sort. The wearing of a hat prevents hair from falling into food and prevents sweat from dripping down the face. Chef uniforms have evolved over time. It is believed that the toques originated in the 18th century when professional cooks wore "casque a meche", (stocking caps) which were popular in France at that time. The colour of the casque a meche denoted the rank of the wearer. Bouche, the personal chef to French statesman, Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord, was the first chef to insist that all cooks wear white hats for sanitary reasons.

TYPES OF HATS

These days there are many types of chef hats available; chefs are able to integrate their personal style into their uniform.

Toque

The traditional toque is tall and stiff, while a more modern version of the hat is made in any number of colours and flops over to one side. Today, the pleats and height of the hat hold no bearing in the seniority of the chef, but it does serve to differentiate the chef. Many traditional culinary schools require the students wear the toque during training; these can be found made from disposable paper. The traditional (tall, stiff) toque is still white.

Beanies

The beanie allows for colour to be injected into a uniform. While traditionally these beanies are white, black or checked patterns, a variety of other colours are available to match a uniform. The beanie is either made of cloth or paper, fits close to the head and is fitted with a back tie or elastic. Some beanies have a mesh top that allows for air to escape, making the wearer less hot during his shift.

Skull Caps

Like the beanie, skull caps are available in a variety of colours. Skull caps have a rear elastic band that hugs your head comfortably or ties to secure the fit. They enable you to stay cool and comfortable all day in the kitchen.

Baseball Caps

Each kitchen has its own standards of attire. In a less traditional or more casual establishment baseball caps can be worn by chefs and cooks. Baseball caps will be purchased from chef supply companies, and like the beanie, are available in a multitude of different colours.

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