The traditional chef 's uniform (or chef 's whites) includes a toque blanche (traditional hat ), white double-breasted jacket, and houndstooth -patterned, black and white pants. It is a common occupational uniform in the Western world.
The double breasted jacket can be reversed to hide stains. The thick cotton cloth protects from the heat of stove and oven and protects from splattering of boiling liquids. Knotted cloth buttons were used to survive frequent washing and contact with hot items. White is intended to signify cleanliness and is generally worn by highly visible head chefs. Aprons shield the wearer's garments from food splatters and stains.
The toque is a chef 's hat that dates back to the 16th century. Different heights may indicate rank within a kitchen, and they are designed to prevent hair from falling into the food when cooking. The 100 folds of the toque are said to represent the many different ways a chef knows to cook an egg.
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