Discover a selection of service shoes for the restaurant industry by Shoes For Crews

In the demanding world of food service, employing more than one million workers in 2022 according to figures from the French Ministry of Labour, every detail matters to ensure staff safety and comfort. Service shoes, often underestimated, nevertheless play a key role in preventing accidents and team performance. Slips on wet floors, pain related to prolonged standing or excessive fatigue : these risks can be avoided with the right equipment.

In this article, Shoes For Crews presents the features to consider when making your choice, along with a selection of service shoes for the restaurant industry designed to meet real-world needs.

How do you choose service shoes for the restaurant industry ?

In food service, the pace is demanding, environments are often slippery, and teams are constantly on the move. According to INRS data on workplace accidents, same-level falls account for 31 % of incidents in this sector. As an employer, it is therefore your duty to anticipate these risks by providing suitable personal protective equipment, particularly shoes specifically designed for these conditions.

Important features of service shoes in the restaurant industry

To protect teams throughout their working day, service shoes must have certain essential features :

• Slip-resistant soles : essential in an occasionally slippery environment, they reduce the risk of falling on greasy or wet floors.
• Enhanced cushioning : although comfort may sometimes seem secondary, this type of cushioning helps reduce muscle fatigue during long days spent standing.
• Water and wear resistance : depending on the type of products used in food service, this feature extends the shoes’ lifespan.
• Easy to maintain : the ability to clean personal protective equipment easily and quickly helps ensure optimal hygiene.
• Sober and professional design : although safety remains the priority, appearance is still important and must be suited to appearance standards both front and back of house.

Investing in suitable shoes is much more than a regulatory obligation : it is a strategic decision for your teams’ safety and efficiency .

Our selection of service shoes for the restaurant industry

Freestyle II and Liberty II: our comfortable trainers for food service

Our Athletic footwear range offers outstanding comfort, whether walking or standing all day. Thus, our best-selling models Freestyle II, for men, and Liberty II, for women, offer all the features sought in the restaurant industry. 

With a padded collar and tongue, a removable quilted insole made from recycled EVA, an slip-resistant outsole with spaced tread patterns,, a durable and ultra-light synthetic upper, and a recycled polyester lining, these models keep workers comfortable in all circumstances. What’s more, they are metal-free, water-resistant and vegan certified. An ideal choice for protecting your teams !

Old School IV: a casual food service shoe 

When choosing a service shoe for the restaurant industry, comfort must of course be taken into account. That is why our Casual footwear range offers lightweight models that can be worn all day. Available in white and black, our unisex model Old School IV certified EN ISO 20347:2022 [OB E SR] meets all the needs of workers in the sector.

With a removable quilted insole made from recycled EVA, a double-layer insole with thick cushioning, a leather upper and a recycled polyester, metal-free lining, this shoe ensures a comfortable working day. What’s more, it is water-resistant : ideal for avoiding hassle !

Cambridge III : an elegant service shoe for men

Elegance is an important feature in the restaurant industry. That is why we offer our Dress footwear range, with professional models that do not compromise on comfort. The Cambridge III, certified EN ISO 20347:2022 [OB SR], is a men’s shoe that is perfectly suited.

Its comfortable padded collar, removable quilted insole made from recycled EVA, outsole with reinforced 360° stitching, water-resistant leather upper and recycled polyester lining keep employees comfortable and elegant all day long : the ideal choice for your teams.

Reese : the ballerina-style service shoe for women

Our Dress footwear range offers elegant products for your teams, and the model Reese is a perfect example. Certified EN ISO 20347:2022 [OB SR], this women’s shoe completes a professional outfit without compromising ease, thanks to a heel cavity that allows pressure to escape with every step, ensuring a comfortable feeling throughout the day.

This close-fitting model with enhanced cushioning also features a removable quilted insole made from recycled EVA, a water-resistant leather upper, a recycled polyester lining and a metal-free construction : the perfect alternative for working on your feet without worry !

In such a demanding sector, every preventive measure matters. Choosing service shoes suited to the restaurant industry not only means meeting safety obligations, but above all investing in your teams’ health and performance. By significantly reducing the risks of falls, fatigue and absenteeism, you create a safer and more efficient working environment.

So if you would like to provide your employees with comfortable service shoes to limit the risk of accidents and support their well-being, we invite you to browse our models, discover our catalogue, or contact our Shoes For Crews experts, the leader in slip-resistant shoes since 1984, who can advise you on making the best choice for your needs.